Kimberly L. McCauley
Cheltenham,PA
Summary
Forward-thinking, versatile and collaborative leader with a wide range of experience managing and coaching large groups of professionals. Effective leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Highly committed to maintain quality of services.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Manager
ELWYN/Early Learning Services
01.2019 - Current
- Provide programmatic oversight and administrative supervision of over 60 early intervention professionals who assess, provide treatment, and manage IEP development for preschool Early Intervention (PSEI) services in assigned region in the city of Philadelphia
- In this position, I work in collaboratively with community stakeholders, and ELS Regional Managers on city-wide initiatives to ensure consistent implementation of PSEI services while ensuring compliance and developing and implement strategic plans that are consistent with Elwyn's Early Learning Services strategic mission as well as align with OCDEL regulations.
Assistant Director, MDE/IEP
ELWYN/Early Learning Services
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Under the direction of the Clinical Director of Elwyn SEEDs, I managed the daily operations and programming needs of the Multidisciplinary Evaluation and Individualized Education Program Department
- I managed 65 clinical staff including speech language pathologist, occupation/physical therapist, special and regular education teachers, psychologist and behavioral specialists
- My main responsibilities included monitoring and providing ongoing supervision and support to clinical staff, developing policies and procedures for the department, monitoring IDEA and Chapter 14 regulations and timelines, Child Find and outreach activities and weekly department meetings with the Elwyn ELS administration team
- I was also responsible for resolving parental complaints and when necessary, involved in informal/mediation and due process hearings
- Other duties included facilitating hiring and training of all new employees and managing building operations.
MDE Coordinator/Supervisor
ELWYN Early Learning Services
01.2006 - 01.2012
- Coordinated and managed Elwyn Early Learning Services multi-disciplinary evaluation and IEP program
- I provided supervision and clinical support to special education teachers, speech/language pathologist, occupational therapist and physical therapist who conducted evaluations for preschool age children
- Other responsibilities included, managing staffing schedules, addressed parental concerns and as a team with other supervisors provided training to staff, conducted staff meetings, disciplinary actions, performance appraisals and approved timesheets/edit slips/benefit time requests.
Special Instructor/Evaluator
ELWYN/Early Learning Services
01.2000 - 01.2006
- Working with a multi-disciplinary team, I evaluate preschool age children using standardized testing in play-based settings
- I was responsible for conducting evaluation, observing child's behavior, and interviewing parent/guardian to gather developmental history of child
- Other responsibilities include mediating evaluation process and preparing written report with recommendations.
Preschool Service Coordinator
SPECIAL PEOPLE IN NORTHEAST, Inc.
01.1997 - 01.1999
- I was responsible for coordinating early intervention services for children of preschool age with concerns regarding their overall development
- Responsibilities included conducting initial intakes from parents and local preschools/daycare programs and then referring those children for comprehensive evaluation
- I also coordinated and scheduled Individualized Education Plans
- Other responsibilities included monitoring services provided to children who were receiving services from approved private schools and helped in transition process for children transitioning to School District of Philadelphia.
Birth to Three Service Coordinator
PHILADELPHIA HEALTH MANAGEMENT CORPORATION/ CHILDLINK
01.1994 - 01.1997
- As a service coordinator I was part of an early intervention team conducting Multidisciplinary evaluations and individualized service plans for children from birth to three who have developmental disabilities
- I also functioned as coordinator and monitor of services provide to birth-to three children.
Behavior Specialist
CHILDREN'S SEASHORE HOUSE / BIO-BEHAVIORAL UNIT
01.1991 - 01.1994
- Part of an inter-disciplinary team of medical and psychological professionals
- Responsible for coordinating and conducting descriptive and functional analysis assessments using behavioral treatment protocols for children demonstrating severe behavior disorders with medical complications
- Additional responsibilities included parent training regarding the implementation of behavioral treatments
- I was also responsible for the supervision of fellow primary therapists in the assessment, treatment, and parent training of patients receiving services
- Participated in ongoing research projects and attended weekly peer reviews and pro-seminars
- Secondary responsibilities included individualized skill training as per child's Individualized Education Plan and provided personal care assisting with activities of daily living.
Education
Collaborative Special Education Law and Process Certification -
DREXEL UNIVERSITY
Philadelphia, PA01.2019
Master of Science Special Education/Elementary Education - Special Education
ST. JOSEPH'S UNIVERSITY
Philadelphia, PA01.2013
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology, Minor in Special Education - Psychology
HOLY FAMILY UNIVERSITY
Philadelphia01.1991
Skills
- Conflict Prevention and Resolution Through IEP Meeting Facilitation, Key2ED
- Resilient Leadership trained, Devereux
- Strong working knowledge of IDEA Special Ed Law and Chapter 14 regulations
- Superior knowledge with Microsoft Office applications, including MS Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and ADP-eTime
- Staff Training and Development
- Strategic Planning
- Staff Management
Phone
(215) 817-5064, (215)-620-7985
Publications
- Assessment of Stimulus Generalization Gradients in the Treatment of Self-Injurious Behavior, Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, Fall 1998
- Functional analysis and treatment of eye poking with response blocking, Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, Spring 1996
- Identification and modification of a response class hierarchy, Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, Winter 1995
References
Furnished upon request.
Timeline
Regional Manager
ELWYN/Early Learning Services
01.2019 - Current
Assistant Director, MDE/IEP
ELWYN/Early Learning Services
01.2012 - 01.2019
MDE Coordinator/Supervisor
ELWYN Early Learning Services
01.2006 - 01.2012
Special Instructor/Evaluator
ELWYN/Early Learning Services
01.2000 - 01.2006
Preschool Service Coordinator
SPECIAL PEOPLE IN NORTHEAST, Inc.
01.1997 - 01.1999
Birth to Three Service Coordinator
PHILADELPHIA HEALTH MANAGEMENT CORPORATION/ CHILDLINK
01.1994 - 01.1997
Behavior Specialist
CHILDREN'S SEASHORE HOUSE / BIO-BEHAVIORAL UNIT
01.1991 - 01.1994
Collaborative Special Education Law and Process Certification -
DREXEL UNIVERSITY
Master of Science Special Education/Elementary Education - Special Education
ST. JOSEPH'S UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology, Minor in Special Education - Psychology
HOLY FAMILY UNIVERSITY
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