Fleur Pavelka
Oswego,IL
Summary
Driven Education Coordinator at School of Expressive Arts and Learning, enhancing educator support and student success through tailored professional development and effective IEP management. Excelled in program management and educational leadership, fostering strong stakeholder relationships and improving special education practices. Skilled in Google Suites and adept at teamwork, consistently achieving positive outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Coordinator
School of Expressive Arts and Learning
08.2018 - Current
- Provided ongoing support for educators through regular check-ins, feedback sessions, and professional development opportunities tailored to their unique needs.
- Facilitated IEP meetings by using family-centered, strength-based approach.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings focused on identifying unique strengths and challenges faced by each child while developing effective solutions.
- Evaluated 16-person special education staff through classroom observation, feedback and reviews
- Maintained contact with parents and school districts to address concerns and needs of children.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere for all stakeholders involved in the education process through open lines of communication and transparent decision-making.
- Assisted in the development of individualized education plans for diverse learners, ensuring personalized support for each student''s needs.
- Mentored new educators through orientation programs and ongoing guidance to promote their professional growth within the organization.
- Served as a resource for parents seeking guidance on academic matters, fostering strong relationships between home and school environments.
- Reviewed high school transcripts and chose classes for high school students
- Tracked teacher budgets, PTO days, and payroll
Special Education Teacher
Dewey Elementary School (Evanston/Skokie D65)
08.2013 - 07.2018
- Case manager for 8-12 students, grades K-3
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- 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.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
Special Education Teacher
Park School (Evanston/Skokie D
08.2007 - 07.2013
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range neurodiverse students.
- Coordinated 7-10 special education students and 5-10 teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Organized field trips and community-based experiences that enriched students'' understanding of real-world applications for their skills.
Special Education Teacher
Smyth Magnet School (Chicago Public Schools)
07.2006 - 07.2007
- Case manager of 4 students, grades 6-8
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Education
No Degree - Certificate For Principalship
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN02.2025
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Special Education
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL12.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education And Elementary Teaching
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI12.2005
Skills
- Microsoft Office and Google Suites
- Educational leadership and School administration
- Performance Evaluations and Staff training
- Special Education, IEP paperwork
- Policies and Procedures Enforcement
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Program Management
- Excellent Communication and time management abilities
- Professional Demeanor
Accomplishments
- Promoted to Lead Teacher, January 2019
- Teacher of the Year, June 2020
- Promoted to Education Coordinator, June 2021
Timeline
Education Coordinator
School of Expressive Arts and Learning
08.2018 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Dewey Elementary School (Evanston/Skokie D65)
08.2013 - 07.2018
Special Education Teacher
Park School (Evanston/Skokie D
08.2007 - 07.2013
Special Education Teacher
Smyth Magnet School (Chicago Public Schools)
07.2006 - 07.2007
No Degree - Certificate For Principalship
American College of Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Special Education
Northeastern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education And Elementary Teaching
Wayne State University
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