Lisa Carden
South Charleston,WV
Summary
Resourceful Coordinator known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in project management, event coordination, and workflow optimization. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and time management, ensuring successful project outcomes through effective leadership and teamwork.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Coordinator
West Virginia Department Of Education
Charleston, West Virginia
10.2019 - 10.2024
- Monitoring WV special education students education in Out-of-State facilities by classroom observations, principals, students, and teacher interviews, exit with Administrators.
- Contracts with Out-of-State facilities with WV students.
- Answer emails and phone calls with questions about WV students placed Out-of-State facilities.
- Facilitated IEP placement in districts around the state.
- Facilitated IEP trainings.
- Classroom management trainings.
- Special Education trainings for regular education and special education teachers on co-teaching.
- Parent phone calls with questions about WV special education students policies and procedures.
- High/High Acuity reimbursement to districts.
- District meetings with Special Education teachers.
- Monitor WV schools, interview teachers, principals, parents, students, classroom observations, exit meeting with school superintendent.
- Ensured compliance with Policy 2419 procedures related to WV special education students.
- Monitored project progress and provided updates to stakeholders.
- Maintained calendars of upcoming events, meetings and deadlines.
- Facilitated communication between different departments in order to resolve issues quickly.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the department including scheduling tasks and assigning duties.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures related to project management activities.
- Organized team events to promote a positive work environment.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Resolved customer complaints or answered customers' questions.
IEP Specialist
Boone County Board of Education
Madison, WV
08.2014 - 10.2019
- Participated in IEP meetings and other related meetings as required by district policy.
- Supported the implementation of 504 Plans and IEPs as needed.
- Initiated referrals when necessary for additional specialist evaluations or treatments.
- Attended IEP meetings to provide input into the educational planning process for special education students.
- Maintained accurate records on each student's progress related to their IEP goals throughout the year.
- Administered assessments including standardized tests and informal assessments to measure student progress towards meeting IEP goals.
- Supported special education teachers with implementing IEPs and providing accommodations as needed.
- Actively participated in IEP meetings in order to collaborate on goals for individual students with disabilities.
- Developed individualized IEP plans for students with special needs or disabilities.
- Monitored student progress and updated IEPs as needed.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed.
- Provided consultation services for educators who were responsible for implementing IEPs.
- Participated in IEP team meetings to review individual education plans for special education students.
- Assisted with the implementation of accommodations outlined in IEPs as needed.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists when appropriate for further evaluation or treatment.
- Attended IEP meetings as a representative of the intervention team.
- Attended IEP meetings to provide input regarding student progress towards goals.
- Attended meetings with school staff members regarding IEPs for students.
- Attended IEP meetings and provided feedback on social and emotional needs of students.
- Supported teachers in adhering to IEPs and monitoring student progress.
- Facilitated communication between primary care physicians, specialists, and patients to ensure a smooth referral process.
- Facilitated referrals to specialists when necessary for further evaluation or treatment of a condition.
- Attended IEP meetings as required when necessary to help develop Individual Education Plans for special needs students.
Teacher
Boone County Schools
Madison, WV
08.1993 - 08.2014
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Marshall University
Huntington, WV07-1993
Master of Arts - Business-Economics
West Virginia State University
Institute, WV05-1991
Logan High School
Logan, WV05-1987
Skills
- Consulting
- Writing requirements
- Meeting coordination
- Clear communication
- Multitasking and organization
- Relationship building
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Report writing
- Task prioritization
- Conflict resolution
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Deadline management
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Coordinator
West Virginia Department Of Education
10.2019 - 10.2024
IEP Specialist
Boone County Board of Education
08.2014 - 10.2019
Teacher
Boone County Schools
08.1993 - 08.2014
Master of Arts - Education
Marshall University
Master of Arts - Business-Economics
West Virginia State University
Logan High School