Kerry Cox
East Longmeadow,MA
Summary
Accomplished Special Education Supervisor with a proven track record in the Westfield Public Schools, enhancing student development through innovative special education strategies and effective staff development.
Positive, collaborative leader with passion for fostering inclusive learning environments. Possesses in-depth understanding of special education laws and regulations and is skilled in program management. Committed to driving educational excellence and creating impactful outcomes for diverse student populations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Supervisor
Westfield Public Schools
07.2020 - Current
- Supported general education and special education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies.
- Facilitated IEP meetings by using family-centered, strength-based approach.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and support staff to ensure a comprehensive approach to each student''s educational experience.
- Maintained contact with parents to address concerns and needs of children.
- Evaluated special education staff through classroom observation, feedback and recommendations.
- Contributed to district-level committees to support needs of students on IEPs.
Special Education Teacher
Westfield Public Schools
11.2019 - 06.2020
- Creatively accommodated learning, content, and scheduling strategies to meet the needs of students with disabilities at a school level.
- Developed and managed instructional materials; oversaw school compliance records for district/state reporting; created systems and processes when their were gaps.
- Interpreted and analyzed academic data to maintain student development and retention and to ensure that all special education students were on track to reach post-secondary outcomes/goals.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
Associate Director of Special Education
Southwest Vermont Supervisory Union
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Worked with building administrators and staff to understand needs and provide supports and service.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy staff and family members.
Special Education Teacher
Westfield Public Schools
04.2018 - 07.2019
- Maintained contact with parents to address concerns and needs of children and provided resources for children outside of school district.
- Coordinated with outside state agencies to acquire services for special needs children
- Supported teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet educational and behaviorally needs of students with IEPs.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBIS).
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Integrated social skills training into curriculum, facilitating improved peer interactions and social integration.
Special Education Coordinator
Easthampton Public Schools
06.2015 - 03.2018
- Facilitated ongoing communication between school personnel, families, service providers, specialists, regarding student goals and progress.
- Coordinated the delivery of specialized services such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, and counseling for eligible students.
- Organized professional development workshops focused on special education topics, increasing staff knowledge and expertise in the field.
- Interpreted and analyzed academic data to maintain student development and retention.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, caregivers, and outside service providers to support student progress both in school and at home.
- Managed a caseload of special education students, ensuring timely completion of required documentation and IEP meetings.
Education
Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies - Special Education Director
American International College
Springfield, MA12-2013
Master of Education - Special Education Moderate K-8
American International College
Springfield, MA12-2011
Bachelor of Science - Special Education And Sociology
Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA05-1999
Skills
- Special education Preschool through age 21
- Policy and procedure adherence
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Problem-solving abilities
- Collaborative leadership
- Group facilitation and presentations
- Parent communication
- Student achievement
- Legal compliance
- Individualized education plans
- Staff Development
- Teamwork and collaboration
Additional Information
Teacher Coordinator, Collaborative for Educational Services, Northampton, MA
October 2014-August2015
Student Program Support Administrator, Fitchburg, MA
August 2013 - October 2014
Special Education Teacher, Chicopee, MA
August 2007-2013
Timeline
Special Education Supervisor
Westfield Public Schools
07.2020 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Westfield Public Schools
11.2019 - 06.2020
Associate Director of Special Education
Southwest Vermont Supervisory Union
08.2019 - 11.2019
Special Education Teacher
Westfield Public Schools
04.2018 - 07.2019
Special Education Coordinator
Easthampton Public Schools
06.2015 - 03.2018
Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies - Special Education Director
American International College
Master of Education - Special Education Moderate K-8
American International College
Bachelor of Science - Special Education And Sociology
Fitchburg State University
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