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Janice Rakoczy

Queen Creek,AZ

Summary

Experienced educator with a history of successfully planning, delivering and assessing reading interventions for a diverse population of learners. Passionate about education in general with specific determination to use professional knowledge, education and love for reading to improve literacy and raise academic outcomes for students in Arizona.

Work History

ESSER Program Specialist

Arizona Department Of Education
06.2023 - Current
  • Review grant applications and budgets to ensure programmatic and fiscal compliance for 150+ LEAs
  • Provide differentiated technical assistance, service, and professional learning support through face to face and virtual methods
  • Support stakeholder inquiries; ensure the provision of effective and positive customer service
  • Engage in aligned and applicable outreach activities to assist LEAs with effectively implementing ESSER grants
  • Engage in a high degree of collaboration with ADE program areas to ensure alignment with agency plans and initiatives
  • Engage in programmatic monitoring of the implementation of ESSER fund for LEA grantees as defined by federal requirements and guidance
  • Support the collection and review of ESSER Fund LEA data to ensure reporting guidelines and deadlines are met

Human Services Specialist II

Arizona State Department of Economic Security-Division of Developmental Disabilities
01.2023 - 06.2023
  • Conduct client interviews for intakes on assigned caseload 60+ members
  • Approve or deny applications following state and federal statutes
  • Collaborate with contracted providers to authorize, change or stop services
  • Research and prepare case histories.

Special Education Lead/ Resource Teacher

Higley Unified School District
07.2015 - 10.2022
  • Provided efficient and effective case management to a diverse population of special education students 35+ students
  • Designed and implemented lessons and teaching strategies to meet the academic and behavioral needs of atypical learners
  • Collaborated with general education teachers to provide instructional advice regarding appropriate modifications and accommodations to meet the IEP requirements for individual students
  • Wrote and maintained compliant Individualized Education Plans and related paperwork
  • Scheduled and conducted IEP meetings in accordance with district and State policies
  • Established methods of capturing data to measure and monitor progress toward IEP goals
  • Provided training, coaching, and supervision to colleagues and instructional assistants
  • Audited special education documents and procedures for compliance with district and State policies
  • Mentored and provided ongoing professional development to new special education teachers.

Special Education Lead/ Resource Teacher

Benjamin Franklin Charter Schools
07.2013 - 05.2015

Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional

Gilbert Public Schools
07.2008 - 05.2013

Financial Services Manager

BMO Financial Group
07.1984 - 05.2008
  • Provided exceptional customer service
  • Managed and audited daily branch operations to ensure compliance with company policy and Provincial/Federal regulations
  • Managed a portfolio of clients and assessed their individual needs to offer advice-based lending and investment solutions
  • Adjudicated loan and mortgage applications in accordance with company policy and government regulations
  • Sold investment products such as GICs, mutual funds, and money market instruments to match clients' individual risk profiles
  • Trained and coached coworkers in all aspects of retail banking policies and procedures.

Education

Master of Education - Special Education

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
05.2013

Bachelor of Arts with Distinction - Psychology

University of Victoria
Victoria, BC Canada
05.2001

Skills

  • Knowledge of K-12 educational curriculum, evaluation, evidence-based practices, education reform models and the Move On When Reading Legislation
  • Understands the purpose and specifics of core reading programs, supplemental and intervention programs
  • Demonstrates knowledge of AZCCRS and instructional materials for English Language Arts
  • Expertise in methods and instructional strategies that strengthen the academic program and integrate social emotional learning for students
  • Continues professional development in the area of research-based exemplary practices in curriculum, instruction and assessment
  • Experience in meeting the needs of children who are failing or at risk of failing
  • Sensitive to the needs of special student and diverse populations
  • Knowledge of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)
  • Provides high-volume, exceptional customer service
  • Ability to absorb, interpret and assimilate large quantities of technical written material
  • Exercises sound judgment within established guidelines
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
  • Flexible and versatile with exceptional ability to multi-task
  • Strong communication skills, both written and oral
  • Self motivated and a collaborative team player
  • Highly experienced in prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to relate to others

Volunteer Experience

  • Outreach Worker: Canadian Mental Health Association
  • Resource Program Worker: Ladysmith Parks and Recreation
  • Library Helper: Ladysmith Primary School
  • Sunday School Teacher: Bethel Tabernacle
  • Food Bank Volunteer: Ladysmith Food Bank
  • Leader: Girl Guides of Canada
  • Tennis Coach-Nanaimo Parks and Recreation

Timeline

ESSER Program Specialist

Arizona Department Of Education
06.2023 - Current

Human Services Specialist II

Arizona State Department of Economic Security-Division of Developmental Disabilities
01.2023 - 06.2023

Special Education Lead/ Resource Teacher

Higley Unified School District
07.2015 - 10.2022

Special Education Lead/ Resource Teacher

Benjamin Franklin Charter Schools
07.2013 - 05.2015

Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional

Gilbert Public Schools
07.2008 - 05.2013

Financial Services Manager

BMO Financial Group
07.1984 - 05.2008

Master of Education - Special Education

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Arts with Distinction - Psychology

University of Victoria

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