Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Professional Development
Timeline
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Katherine E. McGowen

Lima,NY

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Behavior Specialist

Pittsford Central School District
10.2019 - Current
  • Serve as a liaison between school staff, families, and support services to implement effective special education programs
  • Lead the development and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs)
  • Provide oversight of behavioral support services, ensuring alignment with district and state special education regulations
  • Train and mentor special education teachers and related service providers in evidence-based interventions
  • Support the supervision of in-district related service providers and staff involved in special education programming
  • Assist in the planning and administration of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) to enhance student outcomes
  • Facilitate CSE and 504 meetings, ensuring compliance with NYSED regulations

Summer Program Coordinator

Rush-Henrietta Central School District
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Managed the day-to-day instruction and operations of the Extended-Year Special Education Program
  • Oversaw scheduling, staff supervision, and compliance with health and safety protocols
  • Ensured alignment of instructional practices with student IEP goals and district curriculum
  • Led progress monitoring efforts and facilitated family communication to enhance student success
  • Conducted staff training sessions on best practices for special education service delivery
  • Developed a program summary report for district administration and the Board of Education

Adjunct Faculty

University of Rochester
02.2019 - Current
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to graduate students in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) practicums
  • Evaluate student performance and guide professional skill development
  • Train students in compliance with BACB and NYS Education Department standards

Autism Coordinator

Happiness House/CP Rochester
01.2015 - 10.2020
  • Provided leadership in the development of special education programs for students with autism and developmental disabilities
  • Designed and implemented behavior intervention plans, sensory programs, and individualized learning supports
  • Supervised and trained staff on behavior management, instructional strategies, and regulatory compliance
  • Collaborated with school districts and families to support students receiving special education services
  • Assisted in the research and development of the Golisano Autism Center to expand regional services

Special Education Teacher

Mary Cariola Children’s Center
09.2007 - 01.2015
  • Developed and implemented individualized learning plans for students with complex disabilities
  • Created a structured classroom environment supporting diverse learning and behavioral needs
  • Led collaborative planning with therapists, social workers, and families to optimize student success
  • Trained and mentored new teachers and support staff in best practices for special education

Education

Graduate Certificate Program - Educational Leadership

Stony Brook University
03.2025

Certificate in ABA - Applied Behavior Analysis Program

University of Rochester
05.2013

M.S. - Education, Inclusive Education Program

Nazareth College of Rochester
05.2007

B.S. - Public Relations, Minor in Marketing

SUNY Fredonia
05.2005

Study Abroad -

University of Waikato
Hamilton
01.2004

Skills

  • Behavioral Analysis and Intervention Strategies
  • Training and Staff Development in Special Education
  • Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) Implementation
  • Supervision of Related Service Providers and Support Staff
  • IEP Development and Compliance with NYS Education Regulations
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel

Certification

  • New York State Certification, Childhood Education (Grades 1-6), Teaching Students with Disabilities at the Childhood Level (Grades 1-6)
  • New York State Licensed Behavior Analyst, 001183-1, 9205484
  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst, 1-15-21265

Professional Development

  • SCIP-R and NCI Certified
  • NYSABA Member
  • Presenter at CARD Albany’s Annual Autism Conference
  • Training in NYS 504 Accommodation Plan Procedures and Special Education Law
  • Experience in chairing CSE and 504 meetings

Timeline

Summer Program Coordinator

Rush-Henrietta Central School District
06.2024 - 08.2024

Behavior Specialist

Pittsford Central School District
10.2019 - Current

Adjunct Faculty

University of Rochester
02.2019 - Current

Autism Coordinator

Happiness House/CP Rochester
01.2015 - 10.2020

Special Education Teacher

Mary Cariola Children’s Center
09.2007 - 01.2015

Graduate Certificate Program - Educational Leadership

Stony Brook University

Certificate in ABA - Applied Behavior Analysis Program

University of Rochester

M.S. - Education, Inclusive Education Program

Nazareth College of Rochester

B.S. - Public Relations, Minor in Marketing

SUNY Fredonia

Study Abroad -

University of Waikato
  • New York State Certification, Childhood Education (Grades 1-6), Teaching Students with Disabilities at the Childhood Level (Grades 1-6)
  • New York State Licensed Behavior Analyst, 001183-1, 9205484
  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst, 1-15-21265
Katherine E. McGowen