Jeff Newton
MOORE,OK
Summary
20 plus years experience in student and disability support services, working directly with students, program administration, and development. Expert in resources available in the State of Oklahoma and the Oklahoma City Metro. Excellent communicator able to bring students, parents, educators, community partners, and employers to provide student-focused services to OKCPS. Driven to provide services tailored to the needs of different populations and cultures. Experience leading a department focused on improving department operations and collaboration within the department and with administration. A charismatic leader who enthusiastically believes in teamwork.
Completed multifaceted planning, research, networking and implementation of client employment programs for 20 plus years. Monitored local and regional employment markets and trends to create employment program strategies to satisfy immediate and future client needs.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Transition Coordinator
Oklahoma City Public Schools
08.2009 - Current
- Responsible for the recruitment, coordination, organization and operation of all Transition School-to-Work programs at OKCPS for students with disabilities
- Assisted in the establishment and development of several transition programs at Oklahoma City Public Schools including School Work Study, Work Adjustment Training, Tech-Now, On the Job Training, Internship, Job Shadowing, Summer Internship, Pre-ETS, and Work Based Learning.
- Coordinated community resources and secured referrals.
- 900% increase in the number of School Work Study programs district-wide
- 1500% increase in student participation in the School Work Study program
- 900 % district-wide increase in the number of Tech-Now Programs, focused on entrepreneurship, software design and related technology skills for students with disabilities
- Collaborated with service members to provide effective transition planning.
- Liaised with community partners to enhance employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
- Assisted clients in exploring career options and vocational goals.
- Customized vocational exploration activities to identify self-determined rehabilitation needs and goals.
- Prepared and maintained records and case files detailing clients' personal and eligibility information, services provided and relevant correspondence.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Provide professional development and training for all secondary teachers, adhering to state and federal regulations
- Attend Individual Education Planning (IEP) meetings to connect students/parents to employment resources and post high school opportunities
- Assisted in establishing the Integris Southwest Medical Center Project SEARCH - a program that prepares young people with significant disabilities for success in competitive employment
Oklahoma Rehabilitation Council Chair
Oklahoma Rehabilitation Council
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained impartiality and objectivity during meetings and decision-making.
- Planned and oversaw meetings in accordance with governing documents.
Chair of the Policy and Legislative Programs Committee
Oklahoma Rehabilitation Council
01.2020 - Current
Member
Oklahoma Rehabilitation Council
01.2018 - Current
Leader of the Metro Transition Team
Oklahoma Transition Council
01.2018 - 01.2022
Member
Oklahoma Transition Council
01.2010 - 01.2022
Presenter
Oklahoma Transition Council
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Presented at the Annual Conference
Director of Grounds Management
Aramark-Oklahoma City Public Schools
09.2007 - 07.2009
- Responsible for 30 plus employees
- Maintained the grounds of 90 plus properties
- Responsible for the management of the budget, including ordering equipment and all supplies
- Boosted customer satisfaction by more than 50%
- Reduced the mow cycle at Oklahoma City Public Schools from more than 13 days to 8 days without an increase in the budget
- Successfully worked with FEMA to recover $300,000 dollars spent for the December 2007 ice storm cleanup
President
Metro Disability Resource Alliance
01.2006 - 01.2009
Member
Metro Disability Resource Alliance
01.2004 - 01.2009
Transition Coordinator
Cherokee Nation-Talking Leaves Job Corps
01.2004 - 08.2007
- Responsible for connecting graduates with employers for post high school employment
- 100% placement rate all four years either in employment or continuing education
- Networked with community agencies to build graduate support network including building a Business Advisory Council in the OKC Metro Area
Substance Abuse Counselor
Cherokee Nation-Jack Brown Treatment Center
09.1997 - 12.2003
- Directed, coordinated, and supervised activities with residents of the Jack Brown Treatment Center
- Coordinated with other departments to carry out the treatment plan of clients
Education
Master of Education - Transition
Univeristy of Oklahoma
Norman, Oklahoma05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies Education
Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK05.1997
Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Excellent Networking Abilities
- Communication Skills
- Data Analysis Abilities
- Problem Solving Skills
- Staff development
- Delegation
- Meeting facilitation
- Strategic leadership
- Task prioritization
- Quality assurance
- Team building
- Excellent communication
- Cultural awareness
- Policy development
Accomplishments
- Jefferson Awards for Public Service
- Certificate of Excellence
Timeline
Oklahoma Rehabilitation Council Chair
Oklahoma Rehabilitation Council
08.2022 - Current
Chair of the Policy and Legislative Programs Committee
Oklahoma Rehabilitation Council
01.2020 - Current
Member
Oklahoma Rehabilitation Council
01.2018 - Current
Leader of the Metro Transition Team
Oklahoma Transition Council
01.2018 - 01.2022
Presenter
Oklahoma Transition Council
01.2012 - 01.2015
Member
Oklahoma Transition Council
01.2010 - 01.2022
Transition Coordinator
Oklahoma City Public Schools
08.2009 - Current
Director of Grounds Management
Aramark-Oklahoma City Public Schools
09.2007 - 07.2009
President
Metro Disability Resource Alliance
01.2006 - 01.2009
Member
Metro Disability Resource Alliance
01.2004 - 01.2009
Transition Coordinator
Cherokee Nation-Talking Leaves Job Corps
01.2004 - 08.2007
Substance Abuse Counselor
Cherokee Nation-Jack Brown Treatment Center
09.1997 - 12.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies Education
Northeastern State University
Master of Education - Transition
Univeristy of Oklahoma
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