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Joanna Tsitroulis
Circleville,OH
Summary
Versatile Intervention Specialist and Service Coordinator with a proven track record at New Hope Christian Academy, excelling in data-driven IEP processes and facilitating collaboration among educators. Skilled in using many Structured Interventions with fidelity and adept at utilizing AI tools for education, I work diligently to ensure successful student outcomes through innovative strategies and strong relationship-building with families.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intervention Specialist and Service Coordinator
New Hope Christian Academy & Early Learning Center
08.2014 - Current
- Coordinated related services and provided intervention to students (K-12) attending local non public charter, New Hope Christian Academy.
- Built strong relationships with parents and guardians, through extra curricular outreach activities, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Collaborated with teachers and related service providers to assess and address student learning differences, maximize outcomes and maintain compliance of of ETR, IEP and RTI documentation.
- Promoted an engaging learning environment using social emotional learning strategies and innovative evidence based practices in daily instruction.
- Researched, designed and implemented small group specialized direct instruction for targeted skills in Reading, Math, Writing, Executive Functioning and Emotional Regulation, enhancing academic growth for all pupils.
- Provided ongoing progress monitoring, adjusting data driven intervention as needed to optimize results.
- Encouraged student independence and nurtured self esteem by teaching self-advocacy skills and providing community service and work study opportunities.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Chillicothe City School District
08.2012 - 06.2014
- Followed classroom plans left by teacher effectively to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as long term substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals, experience, credentials and trusted performance.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent high quality instruction for all students.
- Implemented afterschool homework support and career exploration program for female students at risk academically (supported by a grant through Ohio Department of Youth Corrections).
- Tutored students who needed to retake Ohio Graduation Test, ensuring successful graduation.
Education
Graduate Diploma in Special Education - Special Education (PreK-12)
McGill University
Montreal, CanadaBachelor of Arts - Education -Art (Pre K -12)
Concordia University
Montreal, CanadaDiplome D'Etudes Collegiales - Fine Arts
Dawson College
Montreal, CanadaSkills
- Strong collaboration skills
- Effective Data Collection and Analysis to inform RTI and IEP process
- Fidelity with Wilson Language Intervention and Orton Gillingham methods
- Experienced in Math U See and other high quality interventions to address all Strands of Math Proficiency
- Use of AI tools for Education including Curipod, Magic School and Brisk
Affiliations
- Scouts BSA, Merit Badge Counselor-Sustainability, Art
- Big Brothers & Big Sisters, Board Member (Grant)
Certification
- Peer Mediation and Conflict Resolution Training
- Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) Training
- Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Training
- Wilson Language Intervention Training
- Math U See Intervention Training
- Orton Gillingham (Classroom Educator Level)
- AI Policy and Use (aiEDU)
- Functional Behavior Assessment & Planning
- Crisis Prevention Institute and Handle with Care Deescalation
- HQT in Math and Reading, Central Ohio ESC
Interests
Timeline
Intervention Specialist and Service Coordinator
New Hope Christian Academy & Early Learning Center
08.2014 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Chillicothe City School District
08.2012 - 06.2014
Graduate Diploma in Special Education - Special Education (PreK-12)
McGill University
Bachelor of Arts - Education -Art (Pre K -12)
Concordia University
Diplome D'Etudes Collegiales - Fine Arts
Dawson College
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