Lauren Vanderhorst
Manning
Summary
Challenging Behavior and Autism Consultant with a strong track record in data-driven decision making and effective relationship building, contributing to enhanced educational outcomes at Heartland Area Education Agency. Proven success in spearheading professional development initiatives and designing customized intervention plans that significantly boost student achievement through evidence-based strategies.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Challenging Behavior and Autism Consultant
Heartland Area Education Agency
Johnston
08.2012 - Current
- Partner with educators, families and communities to provide effective learning environments for all students.
- Provide diverse expertise in classroom instruction and management, including general and special education services.
- Coordinate professional development opportunities for staff members to enhance their understanding of educational best practices.
- Develop collaborative relationships with Agency staff and school districts for school improvement activities.
- Provide services that are customer-focused and based on district service plans.
- Develop strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Conduct advanced assessments to plan for intensive behavior and social-emotional programming that matches student needs.
- Improve student outcomes by designing and implementing customized behavior intervention plans and individualized education plans for utilizing data.
- Support District Based Building Assistance Teams in developing matched interventions that are evidence based.
- Evaluate and identify students who required specialized services through special education programming.
Education
Ed.S. - School Psychology
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA05-2014
Master of Arts - Educational Psychology
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, Iowa07-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Simpson College
Indianola, IA05-2010
Skills
- Collaborative problem solving
- Trauma-informed practices
- Professional development facilitation
- Relationship Building
- Data Based Decision Making
- Positive behavior supports
Certification
- Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports Trainer
- Restorative Practices Trainer
- The Growing Brain Trainer
- Building Strong Brains Trainer
Timeline
Challenging Behavior and Autism Consultant
Heartland Area Education Agency
08.2012 - Current
- Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports Trainer
- Restorative Practices Trainer
- The Growing Brain Trainer
- Building Strong Brains Trainer
Ed.S. - School Psychology
University of Northern Iowa
Master of Arts - Educational Psychology
University of Northern Iowa
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Simpson College
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