Darla Weisman
CLEVELAND,OH - Ohio
Summary
Empathetic Intervention Specialist with compassion for special needs individuals and excellent comprehension of developmental issues. Professional yet warm and committed to gaining trust of children and families. Strengths include client education, counseling, referral services and outreach programs.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Intervention Specialist
Berea City School District
08.2007 - Current
- Established trusting and friendly relationships with parents and colleagues.
- Assessed students using effective testing instruments and tools.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
Day Camp Director
Mayfield Country Club / Oakwood Country Club
01.2001 - 08.2020
- Maintained fun, learning-focused atmosphere by smoothly handling conflicts and developing culture centered around collaboration and personal responsibility.
- Offered campers compassionate support for personal and social issues, helping each develop positive skills for dealing with interpersonal conflicts.
- Oversaw team of counselors and support team members.
- Arranged packed activity schedule with numerous outdoor activities, crafts and learning opportunities.
- Supervised camper and team safety by issuing clear directives for ideal behaviors and required monitoring strategies.
- Coached and mentored camp counselors and instructors in effective strategies for relating to students and teaching important life skills.
- Promoted camp across Cleveland, skillfully coordinating social media, print ads and website content.
- Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.
- Trained and supervised staff to consistently meet performance goals and customer service standards.
- Partnered across departments to run smooth, professional events and activities.
- Monitored budget and expenditures, keeping facility within budget.
Intervention Specialist
Solon City School District
08.2003 - 07.2007
- Established trusting and friendly relationships with parents and colleagues.
- Completed observations of students in classroom and social situations.
- Improved behaviors through modeling, role-playing and other effective strategies.
- Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
- Met with teachers to establish goals for students in intervention program.
- Developed intervention plans based on established guidelines and individual needs.
- Assessed students using effective testing instruments and tools.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
Intervention Specialist
Garfield Heights City Schools
08.2001 - 07.2004
- Increased student engagement through the use of differentiated instruction tailored to individual learning needs.
- Supported students with diverse needs, ensuring their academic progress aligned with IEP goals.
- Built strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Provided ongoing assessment of student progress, adjusting interventions as needed to optimize results.
- Developed data-driven intervention plans based on thorough analysis of assessments and observations.
- Strengthened collaboration among general education teachers, special education staff, and related service providers through regular meetings and communication.
- Established trusting and friendly relationships with parents and colleagues.
- Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
- Met with teachers to establish goals for students in intervention program.
Education
Education Specialist - Leadership in Early Childhood Special Education
University of Toledo
Toledo, OH05.2017
Master of Arts - Special Education
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH09.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH09.1994
Skills
- Group Dynamics
- Strategy Development
- Educational Strategies
- Family Education
- Mastery of Intervention Strategies
- Early Intervention Services
- Special Needs Support
- Nonviolent Intervention
Timeline
Preschool Intervention Specialist
Berea City School District
08.2007 - Current
Intervention Specialist
Solon City School District
08.2003 - 07.2007
Intervention Specialist
Garfield Heights City Schools
08.2001 - 07.2004
Day Camp Director
Mayfield Country Club / Oakwood Country Club
01.2001 - 08.2020
Education Specialist - Leadership in Early Childhood Special Education
University of Toledo
Master of Arts - Special Education
Cleveland State University
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
Ohio State University
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