Louise Van Drisse
Milwaukee
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Milwaukee Public Schools, specializing in IEP development and compliance documentation. Proven ability to enhance teacher effectiveness through professional development and collaboration. Skilled in behavior management strategies and data analysis, fostering positive learning environments and ensuring adherence to state regulations for students with disabilities.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Support Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
- Supports and coaches new special educators, assigned special education teachers, and other IEP team members.
- Provides guidance and training to IEP team members to ensure compliance with state requirements for IEP evaluations and programming activities.
- Works collaboratively with school staff and families to resolve educational problems and parental concerns regarding students with disabilities.
- Writes, coaches, and implements professional development curriculum to develop teachers' abilities to become more effective in the development of appropriate IEPs.
- Authors' specific guidance and related documents for special education compliance, and the Procedural Compliance Self-Assessment (PCSA), to assist special education staff with compliance documentation.
- Interprets the requirements of individuals with the Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), 504, ADA, and other state rules and regulations with Infinite Campus in bi-monthly meetings.
- Facilitates professional development for all MPS staff and security for the Crisis Prevention Intervention to support the MPS Strategic Plan.
Special Education Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools
01.2001 - 07.2018
- Worked collaboratively with school staff to develop and implement special education program service delivery models in the least restrictive environment (LRE) in a full-inclusion or resource setting.
- Created a positive learning environment that encourages the development of social skills and self-esteem.
- Assisted in the implementation of behavior management systems for students as needed.
- Maintained up-to-date records of all evaluations, assessments, IEPs and 504 Plans.
- Conferred with parents and staff to discuss educational activities and policies.
- Monitored progress of students with special needs through regular observations and data collection.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Collaborated with other professionals to ensure effective communication between home, school, and community agencies regarding student progress.
- Facilitated meetings with parents, teachers, therapists, administrators. to discuss goals for students' educational programs.
- Reviewed data collected from various sources to assess effectiveness of interventions being used with each student.
- Supported classroom instruction by providing direct instruction when needed or co-teaching classes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Cardinal Stritch University
01.2003
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Human Resources
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
01.1995
Skills
- IEP development and compliance documentation
- Professional development and collaboration
- Behavior management strategies with students and stakeholders
- Data analysis techniques for state compliance
Certification
Professional Cross-Categorical Teacher’s License, 801
References
- Afrika Hughes, Specialized Services Regional Manager, Milwaukee Public Schools, 414-690-0265, millerak@milwaukee.k12.wi.us
- Kristi Campbell, Special Education Program Supervisor, Milwaukee Public Schools, 414-438-3603, campbek1@milwaukee.k12.wi.us
- Stacy Dawson, Program Support Teacher, Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS), slides@milwaukee.k12.wi.us, 262-844-1346
Leadership Experience
- New Special Education Teacher Mentor/Coach
- SEC President
- PBIS facilitator
- BIT Facilitator
- IC Teacher Trainer
- Learning Team
- GE CCSS Demonstration Classroom
- SAC Coordinator
- RTI Coach
- Building Admin Underfill
Timeline
Program Support Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools
01.2001 - 07.2018
Master of Science - Special Education
Cardinal Stritch University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Human Resources
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
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