Elizabeth Lindsey
Albuquerque,New Mexico
Summary
Talented administrative leader with over nineteen years of experience in the education sector backed by significant project management and customer service experience. An effective communicator skilled at developing and implementing academic programs to create high-quality learning environments. Exceptional relationship building skills with a track record for developing meaningful partnerships with major community stakeholders. An articulate public speaker with strong presentation and facilitation abilities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
Certificate
Work History
Preschool Inclusion Resource Teacher
Albuquerque Public Schools
Albuquerque, NM
08.2021 - Current
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Director
Preschool Impressions LLC
Albuquerque, NM
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Oversaw interview and hiring process of classroom personnel for selection of high-quality teachers and staff.
- Provided training and professional development for teachers.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
High School Assistant Principal
Albuquerque Public Schools
Albuquerque, NM
07.2019 - 08.2021
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Supported hiring, training and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
- Inspected facilities and equipment in order to determine operational and functional capabilities in emergency situations and compile comprehensive school site safety plan.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
Special Education Teacher
Albuquerque Public Schools
Albuquerque, NM
11.2016 - 06.2019
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Provided life skills programming for students with intellectual disabilities.
- Served as Head Teacher for one year - collaborate with department, provide trainings, ensure student servies and due dates were met.
- Served as Teacher Liaison with public education department
Special Education Instructional Leader
Rio Rancho Public Schools
Albuquerque, NM
08.2016 - 11.2016
- Oversaw all aspects of special education department, except for teacher evaluation, to include collaboration with teachers, ancillary service providers and diagnostician
Coordinator
State Of New Mexico, Department Of Corrections
Albuquerque, NM
01.2016 - 07.2016
- Oversaw Special Education, Cognitive and Vocational Programming for 11 adult prisons
- Participate in the New Mexico IDEA Advisory Council
- Ensure compliance to established policies, procedures and regulations
- Ensure compliance with state and federal law regulating provision of special education services
- Provide private and public agencies with information, assistance, support and training in cognitive programs to emphasize the substitution of desirable patterns of thinking.
- Establish guidelines for vocational education programs and provide the knowledge and skills necessary for a released offender to obtain viable employment in career fields that are in demand.
IEP Specialist and Mentor
Albuquerque Public Schools
Albuquerque, NM
08.2012 - 12.2015
- Assure that IEPs are in compliance with IDEA, state regulations, and district policies
- Serve as Local Education Agency (LEA) representative for average 7 schools, 50 teachers and 1000 students each year
- Facilitated IEPs and manifestation determination meetings and all aspects of IEP development
- Trained school staff on IEP requirements; collaborate in scheduling of IEPs.
- Mentored first year teachers through The Mentor Program: An APS/ATF/UNM Partnership
Special Education Teacher
Albuquerque Public Schools
Albuquerque, NM
08.2007 - 12.2015
- Served homebound students (2 years)
- High school intensive needs special education with vocational focus (1 year)
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students. (2 years)
- Head special education teacher and resource room (1 year)
Education
Educational Leadership Licensure Certificate Program - Educational Administration
New Mexico Highlands University, Rio Rancho Campus
Rio Rancho, NM12.2015
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Special Education, Severe Disabilities
Fitchburg State College
Fitchburg, MA06.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Massachusetts
Boston, MA12.2002
High School Diploma -
Del Norte High School
Albuquerque, NM05.1988
Skills
- Solutions-oriented Complex Problem Solving
- Facility Maintenance Oversight
- Emergency Planning
- Design and Build Master Schedule (co-pilot)
- Accreditation
- Restorative Practices
- Student Performance Data Analysis
- Federal, State and Local Regulations Adherence
- Budget Recommendation
- Recruiting and Hiring
- Coaching and Mentoring
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Many people today believe that cynicism requires courage. Actually, cynicism is the height of cowardice. It is innocence and open-heartedness that requires the true courage—however often we are hurt as a result of it.
Erica Jong
Certification
- Level 3-A - Instructional Leader: Special Education (Pre-K to 12), exp. 2029, #322212
- Level 3-B - Pre-K to 12 Administrative, exp. 2025, #322212
- National Board of Professional Teaching Standards - Exceptional Needs Specialist, exp. 2030 (since 2010)
Timeline
Director
Preschool Impressions LLC
01.2022 - 04.2022
Preschool Inclusion Resource Teacher
Albuquerque Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
High School Assistant Principal
Albuquerque Public Schools
07.2019 - 08.2021
Special Education Teacher
Albuquerque Public Schools
11.2016 - 06.2019
Special Education Instructional Leader
Rio Rancho Public Schools
08.2016 - 11.2016
Coordinator
State Of New Mexico, Department Of Corrections
01.2016 - 07.2016
IEP Specialist and Mentor
Albuquerque Public Schools
08.2012 - 12.2015
Special Education Teacher
Albuquerque Public Schools
08.2007 - 12.2015
Educational Leadership Licensure Certificate Program - Educational Administration
New Mexico Highlands University, Rio Rancho Campus
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Special Education, Severe Disabilities
Fitchburg State College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Massachusetts
High School Diploma -
Del Norte High School
- Level 3-A - Instructional Leader: Special Education (Pre-K to 12), exp. 2029, #322212
- Level 3-B - Pre-K to 12 Administrative, exp. 2025, #322212
- National Board of Professional Teaching Standards - Exceptional Needs Specialist, exp. 2030 (since 2010)
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