Ildefonso Arellano
Marlborough,NH
Summary
Dynamic, forward-thinking, experienced public school
administrator with strong analytical, interpersonal, and
communication skills. Focused on supporting the
educational and social-emotional needs of 2200 school-aged
special education students in Framingham Public Schools.
Comprehensive knowledge of issues related to special
education law, finance and due process; thorough skill
establishing policies and procedures to adhere to changing
laws and regulations. Proven record of strong leadership,
equity focused; and a commitment to developing highly
effective special education programs insisting on, and
achieving, high standards, and quality instruction for all
individuals with disabilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Special Education
Somerville Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
- Enhances the quality of special education programs by implementing evidence-based instructional strategies and interventions.
- Streamlines communication between special education staff, general education teachers, parents, and external service providers to better support student needs.
- Manages budgetary allocations for the special education department, maximizing resources to improve student outcomes.
- Implements professional development initiatives for special education staff to enhance teaching techniques and knowledge of current best practices.
- Develops data-driven progress monitoring systems to track student achievement and inform instructional decision-making.
- Keeps schools in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Ensures compliance with federal and state mandates related to special education services by maintaining accurate documentation and staying informed on policy updates.
Assistant Director of Special Education
Framingham Public Schools
08.2011 - 06.2023
- Provided administrative oversight of all district special
education programs, which includes specialized self-contained programs for students with Developmental
Delays/Intellectual Impairments, Autism,
Learning/Language disabilities, Emotional Disabilities,
and Multiple Disabilities. - Established procedures for screening, placement,
evaluation, assignment, and reappraisal of students'
special education program. - Prepared all federal, state, and local reports.
- Cooperated and maintained external partnerships with
public and private agencies, support services, physicians, parents, etc. in securing and providing services. - Consulted and problem-solved with district leaders,
building administrators and staff regarding difficult
and/or potentially litigious special education issues. - Monitored compliance with special education due process requirements, staff caseloads, and continuum of services within FPS.
- Assisted the Director in analyzing, developing, and
modifying special education program to meet student
needs. - Collaborated directly with district departments,
administrators, including Health and Wellness,
Multilingual Education, Office of Teaching and Learning, Office of Equity, Diversity, and Community Engagement; F-SEPAC; local behavioral health care providers; community agencies and coalitions in support of district students, staff, and community.
Team Evaluation Coordinator
Framingham Public Schools
08.2009 - 08.2011
- Arranged, organized, and conducted all IEP
(Individualized Education Program) teams to determine
initial eligibility and re-determine continued eligibility for
special education in collaboration with students, parents,
special and general education staff and appropriate
parties. - Coordinated reviews of existing evaluation data to
determine what, if any additional assessments are
necessary to determine if students are eligible or
continue to be eligible for special education. - Develop all IEP (Individualized Education Program) plans
for any student determined eligible for special education
either initially or through re-determination for continued
eligibility. - Conducted and chaired Manifestation Determination Team meetings for students with special needs.
- Participated in case conferences concerning individual
students, as needed. - Served as a consultant to the district's professional staff
on matters pertaining to the education of children with
disabilities. - Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher
strategies and effectiveness. - Kept school in full compliance with established policies,
legal requirements and student safety standards. - Communicated with parents to encourage active parental
participation in education.
Education
C.A.G.S. - Special Education Administration
American International University
Springfield, MA05.2009
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Emerson College
Boston, MA05.2003
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Boston University
Boston, MA05.1996
Certification
Special Education Administrator, All Levels, Professional
Sheltered English Immersion - Administrator, Endorsement
Timeline
Director of Special Education
Somerville Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
Assistant Director of Special Education
Framingham Public Schools
08.2011 - 06.2023
Team Evaluation Coordinator
Framingham Public Schools
08.2009 - 08.2011
C.A.G.S. - Special Education Administration
American International University
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Emerson College
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Boston University
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