G. DENISE SAULSBURY
Randallstown,MD
Summary
Hard-working Supervisor with exceptional experience leading teams, delivering results and exceeding expectations. Creative and motivated leader adept at utilizing exceptional design and planning strengths to accomplish complex projects. Skilled in teaching new concepts and best practice strategies.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor
Baltimore County Public Schools
07.2014 - Current
- As Supervisor, I provide leadership in the delivery of instruction and support services to all students on the Home and Hospital Program
- I collaborate and coordinate with district offices to integrate appropriate learning experiences into the program
- Responsibilities include, providing direction and recommendations for students receiving services to school based administration, staff, and parents, manage and monitor the provision and services to BCPS students, provide training and professional development to staff throughout BCPS, evaluate teaching and office staff regarding performance, develop policies and procedures for BCPS Home and Hospital program specified by Code of Maryland Regulations, collaborate with MSDE and other LEA's regarding the provision of Home and Hospital services
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
- Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
- Solicited customer feedback to identify and improve on areas of weakness.
- Streamlined operations for increased efficiency through regular process reviews and implementing necessary changes.
- Led major initiatives within the department that drove innovation or addressed critical business challenges.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
Educational Associate
Baltimore City Public Schools
01.2011 - 06.2014
- As an Educational Associate, I served as the Principal's designee
- Responsibilities included student discipline, facilitating collaborative planning sessions with teachers, staff development training, curriculum training, overseeing various school partnerships, parent meetings, coordinating all literacy initiatives, monitoring and implementing standardized and systemic test protocols and procedures, serve as a member of Instructional Leadership team, assist administrative team with budgeting, selection of staff, school operations and performing informal observations
- Continuously enhanced professional skills through attendance at workshops, conferences, and other professional development opportunities.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Employed differentiated instruction techniques to cater to the diverse learning needs of students, providing an inclusive classroom environment.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in extracurricular activities and serving on various committees.
- Actively participated in curriculum development initiatives, ensuring alignment with state standards and educational trends.
- Encouraged student growth in both academic and personal domains by setting high expectations while offering guidance and support to achieve those goals.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective instructional strategies.
- Supported center's success and partnered with center leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation and engagement.
- Promoted parent involvement in education by maintaining open lines of communication and encouraging participation in school events.
- Implemented data-driven instruction practices to monitor student progress closely and make informed decisions regarding instructional adjustments as needed.
- Strengthened collaboration among team members by leading regular meetings focused on sharing resources, discussing challenges, and celebrating successes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary units, fostering a deeper understanding of connections between subjects.
Special Education Teacher
Baltimore City Public Schools
08.2000 - 08.2011
- As a Special Education teacher I planned and implemented all subject area lessons for elementary through middle school students, created and implemented IEP's(Individualized Education Plan) for students with a variety of disabilities, reported on student performance, and progress, evaluated student performance, managed classroom, conducted weekly meetings as team leader, arranged transportation, supervised staff and budgeted funds for specific summer programming
- 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.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- 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.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Increased parent involvement through the organization of workshops, conferences, and informational sessions on topics relevant to special education services.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
Administrator
Baltimore City Public Schools
01.1997 - 04.2000
- As an ARD (Admission Review and Dismissal) Manager, I served as a liaison between BCPSS and nonpublic day and residential facilities, managed and the process for students receiving special education services, maintained confidential records and computerized data in order to maintain compliance in special education, facilitated meetings and staff development sessions, explained legal information to parents and stakeholders regarding special education procedures and parental rights
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress towards goals, allowing for targeted intervention when necessary.
- Coordinated services with outside agencies, such as therapists and specialists, to ensure holistic support for students.
- Facilitated regular meetings with school staff to review and update individualized education plans as needed.
- Reviewed assessment data regularly, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal student outcomes.
- Managed caseloads efficiently, ensuring timely completion of all required documentation and reports.
- Advocated for appropriate accommodations and modifications based on each student''s unique needs and abilities.
- Analyzed student assessment data to determine next steps.
- Monitored student achievement and gathered evidence to deliver individualized instruction and support aligned to student's goals.
- Facilitated IEP meetings by using family-centered, strength-based approach.
- Coordinated with outside state agencies to acquire services for special needs children.
- Collaborated with families to provide resources for children outside of school district.
- Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
- Collaborated with administration staff to develop functional budgets within allocated funds.
Special Education Teacher
Laurel, Maryland
07.1995 - 01.1997
- 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.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- 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.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
Special Education Teacher
Baltimore City Public Schools
08.1994 - 06.1995
- 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.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Organized field trips and community-based experiences that enriched students'' understanding of real-world applications for their skills.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
Education
Master of Education - Special Education
Coppin State University
Baltimore, MD08.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro
05.1994
Skills
- Communication Skills (Verbal and Written)
- Training and mentoring
- Staff Management
- Employee Motivation
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Strategic Planning
- Staff Development
- Processes and procedures
Accomplishments
- Awarded Supervisor of the Year for Baltimore County Public Schools 22-23 School Year
- Served as a member and Co-Chair of the Strategic Planning Team for incoming Superintendent for the 23-24 School Year, Baltimore County Public Schools
- Supervised office staff of 22 and contractual staff of over 200
- Collaborated with Office of Special Education and the Law Office on numerous cases
Certification
- Maryland State Department of Education State of Maryland
- Advanced Professional Certification Real Estate Salesperson
- Generic Special Education 1-8
- Administrator I Certification
Activities
- Instructional Leadership Teams (Present)
- Youth and Young Adult Choir, New Psalmist Baptist Church (Past)
- PBIS Committee- School Climate (Past)
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (Present)
- National Coalition of 100 Black Women (Present)
- School Improvement Teams (Past)
- Team Leader (Past)
- Strategic Planning Teams
References
References Available Upon Request
Timeline
Supervisor
Baltimore County Public Schools
07.2014 - Current
Educational Associate
Baltimore City Public Schools
01.2011 - 06.2014
Special Education Teacher
Baltimore City Public Schools
08.2000 - 08.2011
Administrator
Baltimore City Public Schools
01.1997 - 04.2000
Special Education Teacher
Laurel, Maryland
07.1995 - 01.1997
Special Education Teacher
Baltimore City Public Schools
08.1994 - 06.1995
Master of Education - Special Education
Coppin State University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro