HayLee Rubenstein
O'Fallon,Illinois
Summary
Dedicated education professional with experience in academic coaching, special education coordination, and instructional strategy supporting diverse student populations. Skilled in developing individualized goal plans, monitoring student progress, and implementing evidence-based interventions to improve academic and behavioral outcomes. Strong background in IEP development, evaluations, and ensuring compliance with special education law and confidentiality requirements. Proven ability to collaborate with families, faculty, and outside agencies while mentoring staff and strengthening instructional practices. Recognized for driving student success through structured support, motivation-building, and individualized learning strategies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Academic Coach
Capella University
Minneapolis, Minnesota
08.2024 - Current
- Delivered individualized academic coaching to help students meet learning benchmarks and improve academic performance.
- Created structured goal-setting plans with students to strengthen accountability, motivation, and consistent progress.
- Tracked student growth using progress monitoring and adjusted support strategies based on academic and behavioral needs.
- Provided targeted resources and skill-building strategies to improve organization, study habits, and classroom readiness.
- Empowered students to make positive academic decisions by building confidence, reinforcing effort, and promoting long-term achievement.
Special Education Coordinator
Fairbanks North Star Borough School District
Fairbanks, Alaska
07.2022 - 07.2024
- Mentored faculty in case load planning, student behavior management, and intervention strategies to improve student outcomes
- Enhanced student learning by implementing innovative curricula that cater to diverse learning needs
- Drives continuous improvements by regularly monitoring student and instructor performance, and offers proactive solutions to diverse problems
- Coordinates and executes hiring processes for special education providers and support personnel
- Oversees case loads for early learning and elementary resource
- Supported special education providers, students, and families through the evaluation and IEP process, ensuring compliance and promoting individualized support
- Networks with outside agencies to promote a smooth transition to school age special education services
Special Education Strategist
Minot Public Schools
Minot, North Dakota
08.2017 - 05.2022
- Created and implemented IEPs in accordance with special education law
- Coordinated schedules with special education staff to facilitate IEP review and evaluation meetings
- Monitored student progress through formative assessments and observations to inform instructional decisions
- Collaborated with general education teachers to provide tailored instruction and interventions for students
- Communicated regularly with students and families to address questions, concerns, and provide updates on student progress
- Administered assessments to determine eligibility for special education services
- Teamed with district professionals to construct and implement evidence-based practices
Student Instructor
Eastern New Mexico University
Portales, NM
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Hosted sessions to reinforce academic concepts for degree-dependent students, improving their academic performance
- Collaborated with higher education professionals to create targeted tutoring methods and materials enhancing student understanding
- Managed session data to track attendance and participant engagement, informing future tutoring strategies
Education
Master of Arts - Psychology
American Military University
Charles Town, WV12-2022
Bachelor of Science -
Eastern New Mexico University
Portales, NM05-2017
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Clovis Community College
Clovis05-2014
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Clovis Community College
Clovis, NM05-2014
MBA - Business Administration
Strayer University, JWMI
O'FallonSkills
- IEP development
- Progress monitoring
- Data analysis
- Collaboration
- Leadership
- Mentorship and coaching
- Effective communication
- Cultural awareness
- Conflict resolution
- Motivator
Certification
Licensed Educator with Certification in General Education K-8 and Special Education K-12
Accomplishments
Earned 2018-2019 Minot Public Schools Emerging Educator Award
Timeline
Academic Coach
Capella University
08.2024 - Current
Special Education Coordinator
Fairbanks North Star Borough School District
07.2022 - 07.2024
Special Education Strategist
Minot Public Schools
08.2017 - 05.2022
Student Instructor
Eastern New Mexico University
08.2015 - 05.2017
Master of Arts - Psychology
American Military University
Bachelor of Science -
Eastern New Mexico University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Clovis Community College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Clovis Community College
MBA - Business Administration
Strayer University, JWMI