KIMBERLY E. L. CIESZYNSKI
Plymouth
Summary
Experienced and passionate Special Education leader with a strong background in both general and special education administration across Wayne, Oakland and Washtenaw Counties. Committed to fostering inclusive learning environments, building effective support systems, and developing strong staff and student relationships. Known for strengths in cross-department collaboration, compliance, behavior intervention, and instructional leadership.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director, Student Intervention and Support Services
Ann Arbor Public Schools
Ann Arbor
08.2022 - Current
- Oversees special education services and support teams district-wide
- Supports compliance, program evaluation, and multi-tiered student supports
- Oversees Occupational Therapists and Speech and Language Pathologists
- Created and implemented a “School Readiness” program for students entering Young 5, Kindergarten or First grade
- Created and implemented Professional Development for staff on various topics related to special education
- Supervise programs pre-kindergarten through 12th grade
Special Education Consultant
Wayne RESA
Van Buren
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Delivered technical assistance and professional development to PSAs
- Supported MDE compliance tools and state reporting
- Led training on discipline procedures for students with disabilities
Supervisor, Student Support Services
West Bloomfield School District
West Bloomfield
08.2018 - 01.2022
- Principal of Transition Center and Supervisor for Project Search
- Evaluated self-contained and transition program staff
- Oversaw ESY, Medicaid billing, and FAR therapy coordination
- Collaborated across departments for scheduling, professional development, and IEP compliance
Assistant Principal
John Glenn High School
Westland
12.2013 - 08.2018
- Led master scheduling and dual enrollment programs
- Directed student activities, discipline systems, and restorative programs
- Co-developed Project Unify Special Olympics Program
Special Education Teacher & Department Head
Adams Middle School/Upper Elementary
Westland
01.2003 - 01.2013
- Led self-contained behavior recovery classroom (2008–2013)
- Department Head (2009–2013): Ensured compliance for IEPs, MDRs, and assessments
- Supported transitions across school levels and state testing coordination
Paraprofessional, Substitute Teacher, Student Intern
Beacon Day Treatment Center
01.2002 - 06.2003
- Supported emotionally impaired students in therapeutic day setting
Education
Educational Specialist - Special Education Administration
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI01.2015
Master of Arts - Emotional Impairment
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI01.2005
Teaching Certificate - Emotional Impairment (Major), History (Minor)
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI01.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI01.1999
Skills
- Catamaran
- MDE Electronic Workbook
- Medicaid billing systems
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace
- PowerSchool
- MiStar
- Schoology
Certification
- Special Education Director Certificate, 2015
- K-12 Building Administration Certificate, 2015
Training
- START Training: Understanding Students with Autism (2010)
- Teacher Consultant Certification (2009)
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Instructional Leadership: Teacher Evaluations
- 5D Evaluation System
- PLCs
- MTSS
- Master Scheduling
- Student Services: Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
- Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs)
- Discipline Procedures
- Restorative Justice
- PBIS
- Crisis Team
- Administrative Oversight: Special Education Law Compliance
- 504 Coordination
- Technical Assistance
- Medicaid/FAR Therapy Oversight
- Collaboration & Training: CIMS Committee
- SEAOC Member
- MICIP
- START Training
- Cross-Department Liaison
- Education Levels: Elementary
- Middle
- High School
- Transition Center
- Project Search
Timeline
Assistant Director, Student Intervention and Support Services
Ann Arbor Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Consultant
Wayne RESA
01.2022 - 08.2022
Supervisor, Student Support Services
West Bloomfield School District
08.2018 - 01.2022
Assistant Principal
John Glenn High School
12.2013 - 08.2018
Special Education Teacher & Department Head
Adams Middle School/Upper Elementary
01.2003 - 01.2013
Paraprofessional, Substitute Teacher, Student Intern
Beacon Day Treatment Center
01.2002 - 06.2003
Educational Specialist - Special Education Administration
Eastern Michigan University
Master of Arts - Emotional Impairment
Eastern Michigan University
Teaching Certificate - Emotional Impairment (Major), History (Minor)
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Michigan State University
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