Courtney Liggett
Mary Cariola Children’s Center
Rochester,NY
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Certification
24
years of professional experience
School Principal and Board Certified Behavior Analyst experienced in supporting diverse learners through evidence-based behavior intervention plans and comprehensive functional behavior assessments. Led CSE/IEP processes to ensure compliance and high-quality program development, effectively monitoring student progress and fostering growth. Cultivated positive school culture through strong relationships with students, staff, and families, while implementing strategic planning to enhance academic programs and support a collaborative learning environment.
Work History
Principal
7 Years- Directed educational programs to enhance student learning
- Directed the implementation of policies, regulations, and procedures for student supervision in a safe, individualized learning environment aligned with the approved curricula and IEP goals.
- Collaborated with assistant principals and school leaders to direct continuous learning for all school team members.
- Oversaw the provision of special education services to students within the school.
- Evaluated and supervised procedures for school operations, ensuring alignment with our philosophy, mission, values, and goals, including instructional programs and PBIS systems.
- Ensures all necessary regulations are followed by school staff including but not limited to NYSED Part 100, NYSED Part 200, and Medicaid regulations.
Behavior Supervisor
4 Years 6 Months- Trained and modeled techniques for effective assessment and treatment of challenging behaviors, enhancing staff competency in behavioral interventions
- Oversees the development, implementation and revisions of FBAs and BIPs for students on assigned campus
- Trains and models techniques necessary for proper assessment and treatment of challenging behaviors
- Provides direct supervision, coaching, evaluation, and support to BCBAs, BCaBAs and RBTs on assigned campus
- Oversaw development, implementation, and revisions of FBAs and BIPs for students on assigned campus, ensuring tailored support for individual behavioral needs
- Ensured ongoing professional development for the Behavior department and Agency staff.
- Participates in ongoing professional development to maintain BCBA and NYS licensure
Behavior Therapist
6 Years 8 Months- Conducted comprehensive Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) with educational team using multiple data sources, ensuring timely compliance and accurate identification of challenging behaviors' functions
- Conduct experimental functional analyses when needed and appropriate to determine the function of challenging behaviors
- Developed and analyzed hypotheses to decrease negative behaviors and promote positive behaviors, enhancing overall behavioral interventions
Special Education Department Head / Special Education Teacher
2 Years 10 Months- Conducted CSE meetings throughout school year; developed, implemented, revised IEPs for students requiring support, ensuring alignment with individual needs
- Conducted all CSE meetings throughout the school year; developed, implemented, and revised IEPs for each student requiring an IEP
- Supervised special education department staff; trained team and conducted fidelity checks to ensure effective teaching techniques were utilized
Special Educator
3 Years- Attended CSE meetings throughout the school year; developed, implemented, and revised IEPs to meet individual student needs
- Designed lesson plans appropriate for students based off their Individualized Education Plans
- Supervised classroom staff, providing training and conducting fidelity checks to ensure effective teaching techniques
- Designed individualized lesson plans aligned with students' IEPs to enhance learning outcomes
Education
Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS) - School Leadership
Post Graduate Program - Behavioral Intervention in Autism
Master of Science - Psychology
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Skills
Performance evaluations
Team leadership
Communication skills
Training mentorship
Professional development
Stakeholder collaboration
Leadership strategy
Curriculum design
Data instruction
Instructional guidance
Stakeholder relations
Performance enhancement
Certification
- Special Education Permanent Teaching Certification
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst
- New York State Licensed Behavior Analyst
- New York State Building Leader Provisional Certification
- New York State District Leader Professional Certification
Timeline
Principal
Mary Cariola Children’s Center
08.2019 - CurrentRead More
Behavior Supervisor
Mary Cariola Children’s Center
02.2015 - 08.2019Read More
Behavior Therapist
Mary Cariola Children’s Center
06.2008 - 02.2015Read More
Special Education Department Head / Special Education Teacher
Oasis Charter Elementary School
08.2005 - 06.2008Read More
Special Educator
Wayne Finger Lakes BOCES and Eugenio Maria de Hostos Charter School
08.2002 - 08.2005Read More
State University of New York College at Geneseo
Bachelor of Science from Special Education
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University of Phoenix
Master of Science from Psychology
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University of Massachusetts Lowell
Post Graduate Program from Behavioral Intervention in Autism
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University of Rochester
Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS) from School Leadership
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