- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
- Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
- Community Cleanup
- Environmental Stewardship
- I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Yoga
- Hiking
- Stand-up Paddleboarding (SUP)
- Regularly practice mindfulness and meditation for overall wellness
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
LOVINA ROBINSON
Tampa,KS
Summary
Dedicated education professional with nearly 20 years of experience in teaching, administration, and coaching across diverse educational settings. Skilled in developing and implementing inclusive curriculum, writing IEPs, and assessing student needs using tools such as the Woodcock-Johnson, Brigance, and WIAT. Experienced in leading teams, mentoring staff, and fostering a positive, student-centered school culture. Proven track record in school leadership, including administrative responsibilities, developing educational policies, and driving school improvement initiatives. Passionate about supporting diverse learners, creating effective learning environments, and mentoring the next generation of educators.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Mindset and Empowerment Strategist
Self Employed
10.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: Self-Employed
- Empower clients to breakthrough mindset blocks utilizing hypnotherapy and NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) techniques
- Guide clients in developing skills for resilience, positive mindset, and emotional intelligence.
- Teach clients how to apply positive psychology principles in their daily lives.
- Developed long-lasting relationships with clients to ensure consistent retention and loyalty.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Traveling Special Education Teacher
Aya Education Staffing Agency
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Administer standardized tests such as the Woodcock-Johnson and WIAT to evaluate students' cognitive abilities and academic achievement
- Deliver targeted interventions in reading, writing, and math to address learning gaps and help students meet their academic goals
- Lead and facilitate IEP meetings with parents, administrators, and other team members to discuss student progress, challenges, and necessary adjustments to the IEP
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Collaborate with general education teachers, specialists, and support staff to ensure inclusion and appropriate classroom support for special education students
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Implement behavior plans and use de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviors and promote a positive classroom environment
- Regularly assess and track students’ progress toward their IEP goals, adjusting instruction as needed
- Modify curriculum and instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities, ensuring access to the general education curriculum
Mindset and Empowerment Strategist
Self Employed
09.2021 - 12.2023
- Company Overview: Self-Employed
- Empower clients to breakthrough mindset blocks utilizing hypnotherapy and NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) techniques
- Guide clients in developing skills for resilience, positive mindset, and emotional intelligence.
- Teach clients how to apply positive psychology principles in their daily lives.
- Developed long-lasting relationships with clients to ensure consistent retention and loyalty.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
School Principal
Odyssey Learning Center
07.2016 - 08.2021
- Advance knowledge in leadership advancement of teachers, service providers (Speech, OT, PT, and BCBA’s) and instructional assistants, improving and integration of instructional best practices through professional development, modeling instructional strategies and feedback
- Conducted research into curriculum options, and sourced vendors
- Introduced new technology tools for enhancing classroom instruction, streamlining administrative tasks, and improving communication between stakeholders.
- Augmented educator teaching abilities by planning and facilitating relevant, needs-based resources and educational materials
- Spearheaded team building through recruitment, training, performance evaluation and professional development activities
- Served as organizational representative at job fairs and liaised with district representatives, Alta coordinators, parents and teachers to discuss student progress on goals
- Compiled and produced documents and reports for the California Department of Education, school districts and other stakeholders
- Incorporated an established mission for the organization and set parameters into the continuous evaluation of program operations, including classroom visits to assess instructional techniques
- Cultivated appropriate staff conduct by demonstrating positive interactions among teaching and administrative personnel
- Instructed teachers on classroom management, positive behavior intervention and instructional strategies while motivating new teachers through positive feedback and mentorship
- Performed essential human resources functions, including hiring, policy enforcement and legal compliance for more than 85 staff members
- Bolstered professional development and curriculum training by presenting relevant resources and opportunities
- Built and nurtured positive relationships with school students, teachers and local community
- Led staff meetings, conveying policy changes and actively listening to staff input
Special Education Teacher
Tahoe Truckee Unified School District
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
Special Education Teacher
Twin Rivers Unified School District
07.2007 - 06.2015
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
Vice Principal
Amador County Office of Education
08.2006 - 06.2007
- Served as an approachable liaison between administration, faculty, parents, and students to ensure effective communication and cooperation within the school community.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Oversaw scheduling, orientation, and other support areas.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Lead IEP and 504 meetings to ensure structured, productive discussions. Act as a liaison between the school and families, providing clear communication and addressing parent concerns or questions.
- Led professional development initiatives for faculty members to enhance teaching skills and stay current with educational best practices.
- Empowered faculty members by involving them in decision-making processes related to curriculum development, resource allocation, and professional development opportunities.
- Coordinated retrieval and distribution of student records from other schools and institutions.
High School Health Teacher
Grant Joint Union School District
08.2000 - 06.2006
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Education
No Degree - School Administration
National University
Sacramento, CA12-2020
No Degree - Special Education Teaching Credentials
National University
Sacramento, CA06-2008
No Degree - School Administration
Chapman University
Sacramento, CA01-2004
Master of Arts in Cross Cultural Education - Education
National University
Sacramento, CA01.2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA12-1999
Skills
- Strategic Planning/Execution
- Performance Reviews and Yearly Evaluations
- Community and Stakeholder Relations
- Coaching
- Human Resources
- Conflict Resolution
- Public Speaking
- Staff Development
- Collaborative learning
- School safety
- Fundraising
- Parent involvement
- Team Leadership
- Classroom Management
- Behavioral management strategies
- Instructional Delivery
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Teams
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Google Drive
- Google Docs
- Google Sheets
- Google Slides
- Zoom
Accomplishments
- Supervised a team of 36 staff members at Odyssey Learning Center.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- As a Principal, I was responsible for completing the annual School Accountability Report Card (SARC), which included detailed reporting on school performance metrics, budget allocations, and resource management. This role required data analysis, compliance with state requirements, and clear communication with stakeholders to provide transparency and support school improvement efforts.
- Implemented the ULS (Unique Learning System), N2Y programs, including News-2-You and SymbolStix, across the school to provide a cohesive, standards-based curriculum that supports educators in meeting students’ IEP goals. This initiative ensured accessible, appropriate curriculum resources schoolwide, enhancing instructional consistency and supporting individualized learning needs
- Authored grants for Odyssey Learning Center, securing funding to purchase iPads, OT equipment, curriculum, and additional technology resources to enhance educational opportunities and support for students
- Collaborated with the California Association of Private Special Education Schools (CAPSES) to build a strong partnership and friendship with Assemblyman Kevin Kiley, who supported our efforts by attending annual gala fundraisers. He played a key role in helping Odyssey Learning Center and CAPSES raise awareness at the State Capitol in Sacramento about autism and the critical role of non-public schools in supporting special education.
Certification
- Blue Card, CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) 1/11/2024
- American Red Cross CPR/AED Certification ID #01E6662
- Florida Professional Educator Certificate for ESE Grades K-12 #1492426
- Ca Education Specialist Instruction Credential #230048525 Mild/Mod & Mod/Severe disabilities & English Language Development Instruction
- California Administrative Services Credential #240167036
- Ca Credential #240167035 to teach Health Science, Psychology, & ELD
Interests
Timeline
Mindset and Empowerment Strategist
Self Employed
10.2024 - Current
Traveling Special Education Teacher
Aya Education Staffing Agency
01.2024 - 09.2024
Mindset and Empowerment Strategist
Self Employed
09.2021 - 12.2023
School Principal
Odyssey Learning Center
07.2016 - 08.2021
Special Education Teacher
Tahoe Truckee Unified School District
08.2015 - 06.2016
Special Education Teacher
Twin Rivers Unified School District
07.2007 - 06.2015
Vice Principal
Amador County Office of Education
08.2006 - 06.2007
High School Health Teacher
Grant Joint Union School District
08.2000 - 06.2006
No Degree - School Administration
National University
No Degree - Special Education Teaching Credentials
National University
No Degree - School Administration
Chapman University
Master of Arts in Cross Cultural Education - Education
National University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
San Diego State University
Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
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Technicalproficiencies
- Microsoft Outlook
- Word
- Calendar
- Excel
- Teams
- PowerPoint
- Canva
- Google Drive
- Docs
- Sheets
- Slides
- Calendly
- Zoom
- Loom
- Trello
- Sales Force
- Chat GPT
- Midjourney
Software
Google Workspace
Microsoft Office
Certifications
- CPI (Crisis Response Training), 2024
- Qualified Brain Injury Support (QBISP) Provider, 2024
- American Red Cross (Adult and Child first Aid/CPR/AED), 2024
- Certified Business Coach Training, Certified Money Breakthrough Business Coach, Kendallsummerhawk.com, 2021
- Administrative Services Credential, National University, Sacramento, 2020
- Certified Holistic Health and Life Coach, Natural Wellness Academy, 2015
- Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, California Institute of the Healing Arts and Sciences, Sacramento CA, 2015
- Special Education Teaching Credentials, National University, Sacramento, 2009
- General Education Teaching Credentials, National University, Sacramento, 2002
- Single Subject Teaching Credential, 2002
Affiliations
- SDSU Alumni Association
- National University Alumni Association
Technicalproficiencies
- Microsoft Outlook
- Word
- Calendar
- Excel
- Teams
- PowerPoint
- Canva
- Google Drive
- Docs
- Sheets
- Slides
- Calendly
- Zoom
- Loom
- Trello
- Sales Force
- Chat GPT
- Midjourney
Languages
English
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