To provide leadership and vision in the development, implementation, and coordination of instructional and social-emotional programs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor of Special Services
05.2022 - Current
Ensure appropriate service delivery to students with special education needs, maintaining compliance with federal, state, and district policies
Structure and implement professional development activities for school staff and administrators
Provide guidance and support to school staff and administrators on special education services
Coordinate with district administrators to enhance inclusive practices and effective instruction in special education
Curate and source curriculum materials, fostering equity through differentiated instruction using multi-sensory approaches
Analyze district and classroom data to drive instructional strategies and monitor progress
Supervise paraprofessionals, overseeing daily activities, scheduling, and placement to ensure effective support for special education students
Work with related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for students
Collaborate with other supervisors to support the MTSS process, sharing intervention strategies, progress monitoring, and making data-driven adjustments.
Special Education/Project Read Coach/District Trainer
09.2015 - 05.2022
Provided coaching, training, and support to Special Education teachers in grades K-8
Facilitated professional development on Project Read, SMART goals, and progress monitoring
Collaborated with the Child Study Team to ensure IEP compliance, examine test results, create BIPs, and craft goals and objectives
Observed teacher lessons to provide feedback and strategies for remediation
Guided teachers in connecting literacy strategies across all content areas
Created schedules and disseminated surveys to assess professional needs and materials.
Special Education Teacher (2nd through 5th grades)
Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District
09.2006 - 06.2015
Created SMART goals for students based on individual needs and assessments
Taught math, ELA, science, and social sciences in resource room and inclusion classrooms
Implemented positive behavioral supports and RTI strategies to target specific skills
Collaborated with general education teachers and support staff to create an inclusive learning environment
Incorporated technology into lessons to enhance learning experiences.
Education
Principal's Certification -
Rowan University
05.2024
Supervisor Certification -
Rowan University
01.2017
Teacher of the Handicapped Certificate -
Georgian Court University
01.2005
Masters in Education -
Marygrove College
01.2003
Bachelor of Arts in History -
Muhlenberg College
01.1996
Skills
Team Collaboration
Instructional Leadership
Professional Development Planning
Student Performance Data Analysis
Presentations
Manalapan, NJ, 09/01/15, Present, Conducted parent workshops on Project Read strands and strategies, and writing in the resource room., Presented SMART Goals and PLAAFPS to multiple graduate classes at Rider University., Facilitated professional development workshops for K-8 teachers, focusing on SMART goals, progress monitoring, and Project Read., Delivered workshops for Child Study Teams and speech therapists on specialized instructional strategies.
Knowledge and Skills
Expertise in Project Read strands, materials, and lesson implementation.
Proficient with integrating Teachers College Reading and Writing Workshops.
Experienced with multisensory literacy programs such as Wilson, Orton-Gillingham, and Edmark.
Familiar with Danielson evaluation models and NJSLS at all grade levels.
Knowledgeable in RTI tiers, strategies, and targeted goals for academic and social-emotional learning.
Familiar with Achieve NJ requirements and NJSLA accommodations.
Professional Recognition
Teacher of the Year - Milford Brook School, 2014-2015
Timeline
Supervisor of Special Services
05.2022 - Current
Special Education/Project Read Coach/District Trainer
09.2015 - 05.2022
Special Education Teacher (2nd through 5th grades)
District Supervisor of Special Services, Grades PK–12 at Mount Olive Township School DistrictDistrict Supervisor of Special Services, Grades PK–12 at Mount Olive Township School District