Kaufman Test of Educational Achievement-III (KTEA-III): Responsible
for administering and analyzing test results to present to the Local
Screening Committee team and parents
Behavior
Behavior Response Team Lead
08.2018 - Current
Responsible for
screening and developing proactive interventions for chronic,
challenging behaviors for all students regardless of eligibility.
Professional Development Leader
08.2018 - Current
Developed,
planned, and hosted relevant behavior-focused professional
developments on the following topics:
o Positive Reinforcement to Manage Challenging Behaviors,
The Crisis Cycle, Building Relationships, and 1-2-3 Magic.
Non-Category Teacher
BIS
01.2018 - Current
Responsible for modifying, designing, and
implementing curriculum for students with a range of special needs
O Direct and provide constructive feedback to instructional
assistants and public health attendant in both the push-in and
pull-out model of support
O Provide constant feedback (“check-ins”) to parents through
regular phone calls and emails in addition to data driven
progress reports
Best Buddies: Initiated and developed the inclusion program, Best
Buddies, for general education students to build relationships with
special education students
Virginia Alternative Assessment Program (VAAP): Plan, organize, and
collect meaningful and substantial data from students participating
in VAAP., Currently certified in and have
historical experience deescalating students in physical, mental, and
emotional crises
Class-wide Behavior Management: Maintain class-wide explicit
behavior expectations through 1-2-3 Magic, as well as individualized
behavior needs through token boards, visual supports, positive
reinforcement, and logical consequences
Special educator passionate about making learning fun and
accessible for all students regardless of ability level
Expertise in behavior modification and management through
individualized behavior instruction, such as through positive
reinforcement, visual supports, 1-2-3 Magic, token boards,
and logical consequences
Empower students by uncovering their strengths
Equip
students to use those strengths to be life-long learners.