Cynthia Shields-Devian

· Participated in Individual Education Program (IEP) meetings to assist the IEP team in determining eligibility for special education services, and discussed appropriate educational placement, services, and accommodations for students.

· Conducted psycho-educational assessments and participated in Individual Education Program (IEP) meetings to interpret findings of individual case studies to principals, teachers, parents, students, and all stakeholders.

· Provided parent consultation and facilitated in family and school partnerships and interactions with community agencies to enhance academic and social-behavioral outcomes for students.

· Participated in prevention and intervention activities through the Student Support and Progress Team (SSPT) by promoting pre-referral intervention supports and assisting with progress monitoring.

·Served as a liaison between families, school personnel, community agencies, and other professionals involved in the care of students with special needs or disabilities.

· Conducted group and individual counseling sessions to general education and special education students to help support their social-emotional and academic needs.

·Maintained accurate records and documentation in accordance with district policy and state regulations, ensuring confidentiality and ethical practices across all professional settings.

· Advocated for equitable access to educational opportunities by utilizing the 504 plan to assess students needs for potential accommodations within the general education setting.

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