Lauren Redig
Georgetown,TX
Summary
Dedicated special education professional with extensive experience in instructional coaching, program development, and behavioral support. Passionate about empowering educators and staff through collaborative coaching, evidence-based practices, and individualized guidance to enhance student outcomes. Actively advocates for inclusive and equitable educational opportunities within schools and the community. Committed to lifelong learning, continuously seeking innovative strategies to support staff growth, student development, and meaningful community engagement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Intensive Behavior Continuum Lead Teacher
Leander ISD
Leander, TX
08.2019 - 05.2024
- Coached and mentored special education staff in the development, implementation, and progress monitoring of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), driving measurable student growth and instructional effectiveness.
- Guided educators in applying evidence-based behavioral and instructional practices, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), to support students with emotional and behavioral needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams—including general education teachers, social workers, school psychologists, and behavior specialists—to align classroom strategies with individualized student plans and district initiatives.
- Facilitated professional learning, team problem-solving, and reflective practices to strengthen staff capacity and instructional consistency across programs.
- Provided targeted coaching on integrating social-emotional learning, self-regulation, and problem-solving skills into academic instruction.
- Supported the implementation of trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices, fostering inclusive, structured, and supportive learning environments for all students.
Course Instructor – STEPS Program
Austin Community College
Austin, TX
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Served as an adjunct instructor in an inclusive postsecondary program supporting students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, preparing them for competitive employment through professional, social, and administrative skill development.
- Designed and delivered individualized instruction across multiple courses, including workplace social skills, business communication, financial literacy, and administrative procedures, emphasizing student independence and real-world skill application.
- Applied differentiated instructional strategies and Universal Design for Learning principles to meet diverse learning needs and promote skill acquisition.
- Monitored and assessed student progress through formative assessments, structured rubrics, and individualized performance feedback, guiding students in identifying growth areas and achieving work readiness goals.
Lead Life Skill Teacher
IDEA Public Schools
Austin, TX
06.2017 - 07.2018
- Collaborated with special education teams to establish a Life Skills program for students with severe intellectual and developmental disabilities, developing instructional systems, routines, and program structures to meet diverse needs.
- Designed and implemented individualized, skills-based curricula aligned to TEKS prerequisite standards, focusing on functional academics, communication, and readiness skills while providing alternative pathways to access grade-level standards.
- Created structured, positive learning environments using individualized visual schedules and data-driven behavioral supports to enhance student engagement, independence, and self-regulation.
- Collaborated with instructional specialists, behavior analysts, and Licensed Specialists in School Psychology (LSSPs) to integrate research-based instructional and behavioral practices and strengthen staff capacity.
- Supported Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committees in developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) targeting both academic and behavioral goals.
- Promoted inclusive campus culture by expanding access and participation for students with significant disabilities and facilitating collaboration across staff and general education settings.
Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional / B
Health and Human Services Commission
Austin, TX
05.2016 - 08.2017
- Supervised and coached behavioral technicians in implementing individualized skill acquisition programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities, ensuring fidelity, consistency, and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Hired, trained, and developed staff, providing ongoing guidance on evidence-based practices, functional skills assessments, data collection, and progress monitoring to improve instructional and behavioral outcomes.
- Oversaw behavioral assessments, skill acquisition programming, and monthly progress reviews, using data to inform instructional adjustments and enhance individual growth.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, person-centered services, modeling problem-solving, critical thinking, and effective team communication.
- Conducted professional development sessions, utilizing coaching, modeling, and feedback to strengthen staff capacity and ensure understanding of behavioral systems and treatment philosophy.
- Applied data-driven decision-making to monitor program effectiveness, guide instructional improvements, and maintain high-quality behavioral supports.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, Texas, TX05-2014
Skills
- Teacher mentoring and professional coaching
- Facilitating professional learning and reflective practice
- Modeling evidence-based instructional strategies
- Individualized Education Program (IEP) development and implementation
- Special education law and compliance
- Differentiated instruction and Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
- Assessment and progress monitoring (academic, behavioral, and social-emotional)
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI)
- Trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices
- Behavior management and self-regulation coaching
- Social-emotional skill instruction and generalization
- Program development and curriculum design
- Interdisciplinary collaboration (psychologists, therapists, social workers)
- Data-driven decision making and instructional planning
- Team facilitation and systems support
Timeline
Intensive Behavior Continuum Lead Teacher
Leander ISD
08.2019 - 05.2024
Course Instructor – STEPS Program
Austin Community College
07.2018 - 08.2019
Lead Life Skill Teacher
IDEA Public Schools
06.2017 - 07.2018
Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional / B
Health and Human Services Commission
05.2016 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Texas At Austin