Educational leader with extensive experience at East Greenwich Public Schools, specializing in systems thinking and collaborative leadership. Developed a cohesive MTSS framework that significantly improved student support and engagement. Proficient in data-informed practices, driving continuous improvement and fostering inclusive decision-making within diverse teams. Recognized for analytical thinking and creativity in delivering impactful solutions in dynamic environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
District MTSS Coordinator
East Greenwich Public Schools
East Greenwich, RI
01.2024 - Current
Created an MTSS infrastructure at the middle school, aligned to elementary processes, enhancing district-wide continuity.
Linked MTSS documentation to the student information system to improve accessibility and transparency.
Created and launched middle school MTSS coordinator roles (successfully seating six teachers) and elementary teacher leader roles (successfully recruiting 15 teacher leaders) to strengthen cross-grade and cross-building collaboration.
Developed structures for accountability and shared decision-making during elementary common planning time, improving consistency and transparency.
Streamlined district-wide MTSS transition processes, and led training for MTSS coordinators and teacher leaders.
Co-led the committee to update and refine district-wide MTSS guidance documents to improve clarity and usability.
Co-wrote the Student Services and MTSS district annual report for two consecutive years, highlighting systemic progress and next steps.
Implemented access to Hazel Health, a telehealth platform providing physical and mental health services to K–12 students, ensuring all district families could access support at home; collaborated with the district family and student support team to expand access within select schools for the 2025–26 school year.
Supported the organization of district-wide supplemental and intervention materials to strengthen tiered supports.
Ongoing responsibilities:
Collaborate with district leadership (Director of Student Services and Assistant Superintendent) to refine data-driven processes and advance inclusive, equitable education.
Lead monthly department meetings with reading and math interventionists to coordinate supports, analyze data, and align instructional practices.
Co-lead monthly teacher leader meetings with building principals and the Assistant Superintendent to promote a shared vision and consistency across elementary schools.
Design, implement, and maintain district-wide MTSS tools, forms, and guidebooks; train and support building-level teams.
Organize and manage Google Classrooms housing tiered information, tools, and guidance for teacher leaders, and special education teachers, to support efficient communication.
Support data analysis, professional development planning, and collaborative problem-solving to drive continuous improvement in tiered supports.
Assist the Assistant Superintendent with Tier I core curriculum planning and alignment.
Occupational Therapist
East Greenwich Public Schools
East Greenwich, RI
10.2003 - 01.2024
Provided direct and consultative services for special education students (grades 3–12) across four district schools.
Evaluated students and designed individualized programming addressing physical, academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs.
Led building-based initiatives to improve special education documentation, communication, and inclusive planning.
Served as an active member of the IEP team, leading problem-solving discussions to meet unique student needs.
Maintained 100% compliance with IEP-related timelines and documentation.
Contributed to district initiatives, including ELA curriculum committees, autism programming groups, PBIS, 504 teams, and School Improvement Teams.
Active in building-level RtI teams since inception; helped develop data-driven decision-making systems, and implemented the Renaissance Star screening tool.
Additional leadership and MTSS coordination responsibilities:
Served as the building MTSS Coordinator for grades 3–5 in an elementary school.
Actively served on the district-level MTSS team, collaborating with administrators and colleagues to shape data-driven systems, develop district-wide MTSS processes and tools, and advance a cohesive vision of inclusive, tiered support across all schools.
Created building-based infrastructure for communication and documentation of tiered, supplemental supports, and intervention plans.
Led end-of-year and beginning-of-year transition meetings with teachers to ensure continuity of supports.
Vetted tiered intervention plans, and assisted teachers with goal writing, and implementing targeted supports for students.
Led MTSS meetings with teachers and families to collaboratively address student needs.
Monitored intervention plans using progress monitoring data and outcomes to guide instructional decision-making.
Collaborated weekly with grade-level teams during common planning time for MTSS decision-making, and clinical consultation.
Occupational Therapist
Rehab New England
Warwick, RI
06.2000 - 10.2003
Evaluated and treated pediatric clients (ages 3–18) in clinical and charter school settings.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, early intervention providers, and physicians to design home-based and clinical treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Quinnipiac College
Hamden, CT
01.2000
Skills
Systems thinking and strategic planning
Collaborative leadership and inclusive decision-making
Data-informed practice and continuous improvement
Holistic, student-centered programming
Effective communication and facilitation
Policy development and implementation
Resource organization & digital tool implementation
Certification
Licensed Occupational Therapist, Rhode Island
National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
Personal Information
Title: Occupational Therapist – Board Certified and Licensed
Professional Philosophy And Goals
Advocate for systems ensuring every student faces a 'just right challenge' and has authentic participation in school life.
Bridge clinical, instructional, and policy perspectives through holistic, student-centered problem solving.
Applying to the Educational Leadership & Policy program at the University of Rhode Island to deepen expertise in policy, organizational change, and leadership.
Aim to mentor educators, refine MTSS practices, and help shape district and state-level policies supporting equity and inclusion.
Leadership Experience
Vice President, East Greenwich Education Association (EGEA), Lead strategic communication and collaborative problem solving with district administration.
Former EGEA Secretary, building representative; negotiation team member; confidential support and resource for colleagues.
District MTSS team member, Former building-based MTSS coordinator at Hanaford Elementary.
Participated in district committees: special education guidebook, ELA curriculum, PBIS initiatives, Autism programming, and culture reviews/audits.