Deborah L. Beggs
Glendale,AZ
Summary
Professional education consultant with track record of driving impactful special education programs. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability to meet changing needs. Skilled in curriculum development and behavioral intervention. Reliable and results-oriented with focus on fostering inclusive learning.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Exceptional Learner Program Coordinator
West Valley Christian School
08.2021 - 09.2025
- Supervised special education, intervention, and enrichment programs
- Increased program enrollment from 20 students to over 100 students by improving special education services and starting intervention and enrichment programs.
- Coordinated academic programs, aligning curriculum with educational standards and student needs.
- Managed communication between faculty, parents, and students to ensure transparency and collaboration.
- Supported staff training initiatives, fostering professional development and enhancing teaching effectiveness.
- Designed program implementation and maintenance plan.
- Monitored and evaluated program outcomes, applying findings to refine and improve future initiatives.
- Implemented evaluation tools to measure program effectiveness, utilizing data-driven insights for continuous improvement.
- Monitored performance metrics closely to evaluate areas requiring intervention or adjustment, making data-informed decisions that contributed positively towards overall results.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Coordinated academic programs, aligning curriculum with educational standards and student needs.
Special Education Consultant
Exceptional Student Services of Arizona
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Conducted professional development to teachers regarding best practices for teaching students with special needs
- Provided special education services for elementary students in a pull-out, resource program
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to implement effective strategies for student support and engagement.
- Analyzed student assessment data to identify areas for improvement and tailor interventions accordingly.
- Developed individualized education plans aligning with student needs and state guidelines.
Special Education Teacher
Nadaburg Unified School District
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Taught Pull-Out Resource Room, Grades Pre-Kindergarten – 8
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments and data analysis.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
Special Education Teacher
Soliant Health Care
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Taught Pull-Out Resource Room, Grades K-3 at Desert Cove Elementary School, Paradise Valley SD
- Co-Taught 4th grade math at Desert Cove Elementary School, Paradise Valley SD
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to students' unique learning needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement effective teaching strategies.
- Administered assessments as part of special education evaluations
- Provided behavioral support for students with Behavior Intervention Plans
Special Education Teacher, Long-Term Substitute
Maxim Health Care Services
01.2019 - 01.2019
- Taught Pull-Out Resource Room, Grade 5 and Co-taught math, Grade 4 for Bellevue School District, temporarily replacing a teacher on maternity leave at a Title I school
- Developed individualized education plans to meet diverse learning needs, including Behavior Intervention Plans.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
Special Education Coordinator
Dartmoor School
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Oversaw state approved Non-Public Agency program, Grades 1-12
- Coordinated special education services between school and student’s home district
- Provided professional development for Dartmoor staff/faculty
- Mentored/advised instructors on best practices according to student’s specific needs
- Met regularly with individual instructors and campus managers
- Ensured student needs were met and services were provided as stated in the IEP
- Modified curriculum to meet student needs as well as state standards
- Planned student course of study to ensure graduation requirements were met
- Met with parents and school district representatives on a regular basis
- Wrote quarterly IEP Progress Reports
- Maintained compliance with state Non-Public Agency regulations
- Attended monthly regional Special Education Director meetings at Puget Sound Educational Services District Headquarters
- Developed individualized education plans (IEPs) in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Coordinated training sessions for staff on special education regulations and best practices.
- 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.
Special Education Teacher/After School Academy Outreach Specialist
Washington Elementary School District
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Taught Pull-Out Cross-Categorical Resource, Grades K-6 at a Title I school
- Organized family/school connections for After School Academy
- Developed IEPs and maintained data to show student progress toward goals
- Scheduled and held IEP meetings
- Provided accommodations and/or modifications to meet student needs
- Participated in Weekly Management Team meetings
- Met regularly with classroom teachers and administrators
- Administered Woodcock-Johnson Test of Achievement IV
- Participated in Multi-Disciplinary Team evaluations
- Planned school-wide Math and Reading Nights
- Organized and ran weekly parent meetings
- Kept records of parent involvement
- Organized and oversaw fundraisers for the After School Academy
Special Education Teacher
Fowler Elementary School District
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Taught Cross-Categorical Classroom, Grades 6-8 at a Title I school
- Taught Resource Math, Grade 6
- Presented professional development on Co-Teaching to district-wide special education personnel
- Developed IEPs and maintained data to show student progress toward goals
- Scheduled and held IEP meetings
- Provided accommodations and/or modifications to meet student needs
- Administered Alternate State Testing
Special Education Teacher
Harford County Public Schools
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Co-taught in general education classes, Grades K-3 and Grade 5.
- Developed alternative assessments and corresponding lessons for students with significant intellectual disabilities at both the school and county level, which aligned to state standards
- Adapted grade-level state curriculum to meet the needs of students with significant intellectual disabilities
- Collaborated with colleagues and administrators as a member of the School Improvement Team to review student data and address areas of strength and weakness
- Participated in County-Wide Special Education Trainings and then presented the information to the school-based Special Education Team
- Developed daily schedules for special education para-professionals and support staff to ensure all students received required supports throughout the day
- Chaired the Math Committee and co-developed school-wide Math Nights
- Developed IEPs designed to promote educational, physical and social development
- Prepared and sent documents/data to be presented at IEP meeting to parents prior to the meeting
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs
- Monitored student performance toward IEP goals and reported progress to parents
- Assisted School Site Testing Coordinator to ensure appropriate accommodations were provided on State Testing
- Trained and Certified by Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)
- Supervised field work students from local community college
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
California State University
San Bernardino, CA08-1997
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
California State University
Los Angeles, CA08-1991
Skills
- Program management
- Inclusion strategies
- Instructional coaching
- Collaborative Problem-solving
- Team building and leadership
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Data-driven decision making
- Special education law
- Behavior management strategies
- Individualized education plan expertise
- Professional development facilitation
Certification
- Arizona Standard Professional Teacher, 2019 - Current
- Endorsements: Mild/Moderate Special Education K-12 and Elementary Education
Timeline
Exceptional Learner Program Coordinator
West Valley Christian School
08.2021 - 09.2025
Special Education Consultant
Exceptional Student Services of Arizona
08.2021 - 06.2022
Special Education Teacher
Nadaburg Unified School District
01.2020 - 01.2021
Special Education Teacher
Soliant Health Care
01.2019 - 01.2020
Special Education Teacher, Long-Term Substitute
Maxim Health Care Services
01.2019 - 01.2019
Special Education Coordinator
Dartmoor School
01.2015 - 01.2019
Special Education Teacher/After School Academy Outreach Specialist
Washington Elementary School District
01.2014 - 01.2015
Special Education Teacher
Fowler Elementary School District
01.2013 - 01.2014
Special Education Teacher
Harford County Public Schools
01.2008 - 01.2013
Master of Arts - Special Education
California State University
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
California State University
Other Training
- Teaching and Learning in the Community College Glendale Community College, 2020
- Structured English Immersion - 45 Hour Provisional Endorsement Arizona State University, 2014
- Boundless Learning Co-Teaching Fellows Program Johns Hopkins University – Center for Technology in Education 2009 – 2011
- Elementary Teaching Certification Program Redlands University, Redlands, CA 1995
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