Deborah Mallery
High School Liaison
Eugene
Summary
Special Education Teacher and High School Coordinator with strong background in fostering and maintaining strong relationships between schools and communities. Understanding of individual student needs, helping support students through complex topics and overcoming obstacles in learning. Guides the needs of students and requirements of tailored educational programs, working alongside high school administrators and support teams to meet specific student needs. Expertise in effective communication and problem-solving between students, teachers and families. Reliable team collaborator with focus on achieving results and forward thinking strategies.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Special Education Coordinator
Wellsprings Friends School
08.2018 - 06.2025
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Facilitated IEP meetings by using family-centered, strength-based approach.
- Collaborated with external agencies and local district professionals
- Facilitated ongoing communication between school personnel, families, service providers, specialists, and district administrators regarding student goals and progress.
- Managed a caseload of special education students, ensuring timely completion of required documentation and IEP meetings.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings focused on identifying unique strengths and challenges faced by each child while developing effective solutions.
- Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs.
Special Education Teacher
Bethel School District
09.1995 - 06.2017
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adjust strategies.
- Participated in teacher training teams and district meetings with outside agencies (University of Oregon) to optimize student outcomes
- Designed and delivered tailored instructional materials for varied learning styles.
- Monitored student progress using data-driven assessments to inform instruction.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Developed individualized education plans to meet diverse student needs.
- Trained and mentored new staff on effective special education practices
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Education
Graduate Level Classes in Education - Education
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 97404 05.2001 -
B.Ed Minor Sped - Education
University of Calgary
Calgary, Alberta, Canada 05.2001 -
Skills
Strong verbal communication skills
Demonstrated professional integrity
Engagement with families and students
Established relationships with educational administrators
Strong relationship-building abilities
Commitment to student success
Peer collaboration
Confident speaking abilities
Flexible in supporting diverse learners
Competent in special education law, IDEA, (individuals with disabilities act, 504 policies and FAPE
Accomplishments
- Fostered student success, leading to increased participation, through effective, individualized skills support
- Delivered accurate and timely completion of all updated IEPs, contributing to effective case management and student support
- Partnered with high school leaders and colleagues to create personalized student educational plans
Certification
Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Special Education Coordinator
Wellsprings Friends School
08.2018 - 06.2025
Graduate Level Classes in Education - Education
University of Oregon
05.2001 -
B.Ed Minor Sped - Education
University of Calgary
05.2001 -
Special Education Teacher
Bethel School District
09.1995 - 06.2017