LYDIA ROBERTS
Lakeland,FL
Summary
Dynamic experienced educator and district leader with a passion for building systems, procedures, and processes, through the framework of multi-tiered system of system of support (MTSS), that breakdown silos and allow for interdepartmental collaboration that ensures all students have the opportunity to succeed. I am eager to bring my dedication and innovative strategies to your team, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment for all learners.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, MTSS & PBIS
Department of Foundational Learning & Educational Systems
12.2021 - Current
- Design, train, and implement processes, procedures, and systems for Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) in the areas of academics and behavior for district leaders, the department, and school-based leadership teams
- Increase capacity of the district and schools to use team-based planning and problem-solving to implement academic and behavioral interventions and supports within a multi-tiered system of support
PBIS Facilitator
Department of Foundational Learning & Educational Systems
12.2018 - 12.2021
- Worked collaboratively with schools at all levels to plan and implement behavioral MTSS at all tiers
- Facilitate trainings in the areas of Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI), MTSS, Classroom Management, STOIC/CHAMPS, PBIS, & De-escalation Strategies
Behavior Interventionist
Spook Hill Elementary School
12.2016 - 12.2018
- Designed and implemented PBIS frameworks within a Title I school
- Facilitated monthly meetings with PBIS team and staff to review data and implement school-wide behavior implementation plan
- Collaborated with school and district personnel to conduct functional behavior assessments & design and implement individual positive behavior intervention plans
ESE Inclusion Teacher
Spook Hill Elementary School
12.2015 - 12.2016
- Designed differentiated lesson plans and instruction in the areas of academics, social & emotional learning, independent functioning, and communication for students with learning disabilities and other special needs who are taught in the general education classroom
- Regularly reviewed and developed Individualized Education Plans with student specific goals to close deficit gaps and facilitated meetings to create and implement these plans with parents, leadership, district staff, and classroom teachers
Fourth Grade Teacher
Spook Hill Elementary School
12.2008 - 12.2015
- Collaboratively planned and implemented math, language arts, science, and social studies lessons (2009-2014)
- Departmentalized teaching: Using the 5E learning model, designed lessons that engaged students in research-based, hands-on learning in math and science curriculum (2014-2016)
Education
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of South Florida
Lakeland, FL01.2009
Skills
- Professional Staff Development
- Conflict Resolution
- Curriculum Design
- Instructional Strategies
- Differentiated Instruction
- Grant Writing
- Budget Management
- Compliance Oversight
- Reporting & Data Analysis
- Interdepartmental Collaboration
Certification
- Educational Leadership (All Levels)
- Elementary Education (Grades K-6)
- Middle Grades Integrated Curriculum (Grades 5-9)
- Exceptional Student Education (Grades K-12)
- ESOL Endorsement
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year, Spook Hill Elementary (2016)
- PBIS Model School Award, Spook Hill Elementary (2014 & 2016)
- PBIS Model School Awards, District-wide (2019-2024)
Timeline
Director, MTSS & PBIS
Department of Foundational Learning & Educational Systems
12.2021 - Current
PBIS Facilitator
Department of Foundational Learning & Educational Systems
12.2018 - 12.2021
Behavior Interventionist
Spook Hill Elementary School
12.2016 - 12.2018
ESE Inclusion Teacher
Spook Hill Elementary School
12.2015 - 12.2016
Fourth Grade Teacher
Spook Hill Elementary School
12.2008 - 12.2015
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership
University of South Florida
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of South Florida
- Educational Leadership (All Levels)
- Elementary Education (Grades K-6)
- Middle Grades Integrated Curriculum (Grades 5-9)
- Exceptional Student Education (Grades K-12)
- ESOL Endorsement
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