DENISE BLUMBERG
Daytona Beach
Summary
Dedicated and student-centered professional with experience delivering Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) to diverse learners. Skilled in facilitating instruction in job exploration, workplace readiness, self-advocacy, and postsecondary planning, while creating engaging, real-world learning experiences. Proven ability to coordinate and supervise work-based learning opportunities, including job shadowing and college tours, to support career development and independence. Strong background in providing individualized and small-group instruction, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining accurate, compliant documentation. Committed to empowering students with the skills, confidence, and knowledge necessary for successful transition to employment and postsecondary education.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Employment Specialist
Like A Boss, Inc.
Daytona Beach, Florida
05.2023 - Current
- Facilitate Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS), including job exploration, work readiness, self-advocacy, and postsecondary planning.
- Coordinate and supervise work-based learning experiences such as job shadowing and college tours, while maintaining accurate and compliant documentation.
High School ESE Teacher
Volusia County School District
Daytona Beach, Florida
09.2000 - Current
- Develop individualized education plans to address diverse student needs.
- Implement evidence-based instructional strategies to enhance student engagement.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support student progress and development.
- Utilize assistive technology tools to facilitate learning for students with disabilities.
- Serve as a mentor and role model for fellow teachers seeking guidance in working with ESE students.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Stetson University
DeLand, Florida07-2003
Bachelor's of General Studies - General Studies And Psychology
Jacksonville University
Jacksonville, Florida12-1999
Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Parent Communication
Documentation and Recordkeeping
Data Management
Information Confidentiality
Certification
- Teacher certified in Exceptional Education (Grades K-12)
- Educational Leadership
- Driver Education
- Psychology
- Social Science
- Civic Seal of Excellence
Timeline
Employment Specialist
Like A Boss, Inc.
05.2023 - Current
High School ESE Teacher
Volusia County School District
09.2000 - Current
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Stetson University
Bachelor's of General Studies - General Studies And Psychology
Jacksonville University