RTI Coordinator, Mainly 6-8, but covering K-12 in three buildings for 8 years
Staff Development Presenter
Work with staff on implementing research/evidence-based interventions to improve student learning and performance
Member of School Improvement Team, School Leadership Team, Math Curriculum Team, Language Arts Curriculum Team, Science Curriculum Team
25 years experience in Education
Solid relationship-builder with staff, administration, and students
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
7-12 Instructional/STEM Coach
North Daviess School Corporation
08.2021 - Current
Support teachers in curriculum calendar development and transition to new Indiana Learning Standards
Assist teachers with designing instructional decisions based on assessment data when requested
Provide support for classroom motivation and management strategies
Model effective, differentiated instruction when requested
Encourage ongoing professional growth
Research and share instructional and curriculum practices
Share new educational technologies and provide training
Introduce and educate teachers on Integrated STEM Standards
Plan and design Integrated STEM activities
Work in collaboration with elementary instructional coach, building administration, and corporation administration to provide best practices
RTI Coordinator
Parkview Junior High School/Lawrenceville CUSD 20
08.2011 - 06.2021
Coordinated all benchmark and progress monitoring assessment for K-12 in three buildings
Planned and implemented interventions
Provided professional development for staff on assessments and interventions
Analyzed data to plan intervention programs
Instructional Coach
Dugger Elementary School
08.2009 - 05.2011
Analyzed and interpreted ISTEP+ data to improve instructional practices in reading and math
Implemented Acuity benchmarking and progress monitoring program
Coordinated benchmark and progress monitoring schedules
Utilized data to collaboratively plan math and reading interventions, as well as behavioral interventions
Implemented Guided Reading Program for K-6
Presented professional development on assessment, Guided Reading, academic interventions, behavioral interventions, and student motivation
Special Education Teacher
Edwards County CUSD #1
08.2002 - 05.2009
Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Education
Ph.D. - Educational Leadership
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, Indiana
05.2023
Ed.S in Educational Administration - Educational Administration
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, Illinois
05.2007
Master of Science - Special Education
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL
05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, Illinois
05.1999
Skills
Expertise in instructional effectiveness
Broad Understanding of research processes and data analysis
Experience in selecting and adapting curriculum
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Good understanding of balancing budget limitations with needs of school/district
Knowledge of principles and practices of instruction, professional development, and assessment
Strong collaborator skills with system-wide personnel
Experience with instructional design
Strong interpersonal and team-building skills
Ability to facilitate ongoing processes for institutional planning and evaluation
Significant experience with educational technology, including devices and programs
Timeline
7-12 Instructional/STEM Coach
North Daviess School Corporation
08.2021 - Current
RTI Coordinator
Parkview Junior High School/Lawrenceville CUSD 20
08.2011 - 06.2021
Instructional Coach
Dugger Elementary School
08.2009 - 05.2011
Special Education Teacher
Edwards County CUSD #1
08.2002 - 05.2009
Ph.D. - Educational Leadership
Indiana State University
Ed.S in Educational Administration - Educational Administration
Eastern Illinois University
Master of Science - Special Education
Eastern Illinois University
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Eastern Illinois University
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