MARA GOTTLIEB
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Licensed Special Education teacher, IEP specialist and recent Special education coordinator with experience for K-12 grade levels. Ready to expand my knowledge as well as share all that I have learned to be able to provide the highest quality of education for all students.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Coordinator
Albuquerque Aviation Academy
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Created an environment where students, colleagues, and families felt supported and students with disabilities were able to have the highest quality of education
- Complete compliance applications/reporting such as Indicator 13 audit, annual IDEA application and quarterly state reporting
- Train staff including IEP specialists on all special education related topics
- Attended Trainings to improve the special education understanding and compliancy within the school
- Provide training and direct supervision and direction to IEP specialists including holding weekly dashboard meetings
- Conduct high quality, productive weekly related service meetings with related service providers
- STARS and Power school experienced
- Maintained appropriate contacts with district, intermediate units and state special education leaders in continued compliance of special education programs.
- Coordinated testing activities such as administering standardized tests or completing formal evaluations when necessary.
- Provided guidance and support to teachers, staff, parents, and administrators on best practices in educating students with disabilities.
- Served as a liaison between school personnel and outside agencies.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Maintained up-to-date records of all evaluations, assessments, IEPs and 504 Plans.
- Facilitated meetings with parents, teachers, therapists, administrators. to discuss goals for students' educational programs.
- Monitored progress of students with special needs through regular observations and data collection.
- Developed transition plans for students moving from one level or program to another or transitioning into postsecondary settings.
- Researched new instructional strategies or technologies that may benefit students with disabilities.
- Participated in IEP team meetings as needed by providing information about current assessment results and recommendations for instruction and intervention strategies.
- Reviewed data collected from various sources to assess effectiveness of interventions being used with each student.
- Assisted in the implementation of behavior management systems for students as needed.
- Conducted assessments of student abilities to determine appropriate services and accommodations.
- Collaborated with other professionals to ensure effective communication between home, school, and community agencies regarding student progress.
- Supported classroom instruction by providing direct instruction when needed or co-teaching classes.
- Analyzed data to drive continuous improvement in educational outcomes.
- Handled conflict resolution among staff, students, or parents appropriately.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents, staff, and students.
- Oversaw special education programs and services for students.
- Promoted a positive school culture through effective leadership.
Special Education Coordinator/specialist
Mission Achievement and Success Charter school
Albuquerque, NM
01.2020 - 06.2023
- Lead daily lessons for class, Compiled and recorded data for my students, and Worked with parents to better students learning
- IEP specialist for both locations
- Complied, scheduled, wrote and held IEP meetings with teachers, Administration and Parents
- 100-300 students were in the school case load
- Averaged about 10 IEP meetings a week.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress according to district standards.
- Conducted team meetings to develop IEPs that meet individual student needs.
- Provided ongoing support to teachers, staff and parents concerning special education services.
- Ensured compliance with all local, state, federal laws and regulations pertaining to Special Education Services.
- Managed caseloads of assigned students including tracking progress towards meeting IEP goals.
- Served as an advocate for students with disabilities in school settings.
- Monitored compliance of IEPs by providing technical assistance to school-based teams.
- Maintained records of all assessments performed on special needs children in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
- Participated in multidisciplinary evaluations of students referred for evaluation of possible eligibility under IDEA or Section 504 regulations.
- Conducted professional development activities for educators on topics related to best practices in teaching diverse learners.
- Developed and implemented Individualized Education Programs for special needs students.
- Collaborated with administrators, counselors, psychologists and other professionals to ensure appropriate services were provided to students with disabilities.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress in meeting educational goals.
- Facilitated collaboration between general education teachers and specialists to provide necessary accommodations for students receiving Special Education services.
Key Accounts Manager
Rio Grande
01.2010 - 01.2020
- Managed individual accounts and Key Accounts
- (Accounts that spent over $100,000 yearly)
- Completed the Advanced Jewelry Product and Process training program
- AGS NM Guild President
- Gemstone Department and Customer Center in 2013-2014
- Participate on many ad hoc teams including Sales, Marketing, and Forum
- Worked on Increasing Sales and helping customers grow their business.
Purchaser/Sales/Appraiser
Shelton Jewelers
01.1997 - 01.2008
- Worked as a Graduate Gemologist and Certified Gemological Appraiser for more than 4 years
- Worked in Fine Jewelry Sales when hired in 1997
- Progressed to Appraiser and Purchaser for the store towards the end of time working for Eric Shelton
- Trained all store employees and worked as an educator on new products and procedures
- Performed Key Holder and Inventory Control duties as well as helped with Marketing Plans
- Checked in merchandise, designed cases, handled customer orders, sold items, and performed basic jewelry and watch repairs
- Educated Albuquerque on Hearts on Fire and Bellataire Diamonds
- Helped introduce NM to Phillip Stein watches, John Hardy Jewelry, and Ball watches.
Fine Jewelry Salesperson
H. Silverman’s Company
01.1994 - 01.1995
- Second in the company for sales
- Jewelry consultant
- Custom designer
- Inventory control and stock maintenance.
Fine Jewelry Salesperson and Key holder
The Kabana Company/Mati
01.1989 - 01.1991
- Salesperson and customer service
- Inventory specialist in inlay jewelry and watch lines
- Opener and closing Key holder/ cashier
Sales Manager
Santa Fe Goldworks
01.2009
- Managed a fine jewelry store, Performed Customer service, worked on increasing sales and completed basic HR procedures
Education
Certified Gemologist Appraiser -
American Gem Society
01.2006
Graduate Gemologist -
Gemological Institute of America
01.2005
Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts - Jewelry Making
University of New Mexico
01.1994
Disney University -
01.1991
Level One Provisional PREK-12 Special Education -
OPAL and Micro credential classes -
Central New Mexico, Alternative Teaching Licensure Program -
Skills
- Provide professional and effective communication and resolution
- Ability to meet deadlines and work on multiple projects
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
- Maintenance of any required records
- Able to attend required trainings and hold professional meetings
- Organization, flexibility, decision-making and problem solving skills
- Interpersonal skills with diverse populations, in-person, video and telephone
Affiliations
- Assessment manual revision committee, PED, 2023
- CG, American Gem Society and President of the AGS NM Guild, 2019-2020
- Pi Beta Phi Alumnae Co President and Facility manager of the Pi Beta Phi Chapter house, 2019-2022
- CGA, American Gem Society; GG, Gemological institute of America Vice President, New Mexico Jewelers Association, 2005-2007
- Pi Beta Phi Alumnae Vice President of Membership, 2015
- Albuquerque Metro Panhellenic representative, 2015
- Pi Beta Phi Alumnae President, 2019-present
- Pi Beta Phi House facility manager, 2019-present
References
- Debbie Elder, elder_d@aps.edu
- Dr. Carrie Ortiz, carr8403@gmail.com, (505) 440-7220
- Mary Reich, (505) 250-7667
- Belinda East, ms.belindaeast@gmail.com
- Jennifer Cruz, Jennifer.cruz@mascharterschool.com
- Katherine Cordova, Katherinecordova@me.com
Timeline
Special Education Coordinator
Albuquerque Aviation Academy
06.2023 - 06.2024
Special Education Coordinator/specialist
Mission Achievement and Success Charter school
01.2020 - 06.2023
Key Accounts Manager
Rio Grande
01.2010 - 01.2020
Sales Manager
Santa Fe Goldworks
01.2009
Purchaser/Sales/Appraiser
Shelton Jewelers
01.1997 - 01.2008
Fine Jewelry Salesperson
H. Silverman’s Company
01.1994 - 01.1995
Fine Jewelry Salesperson and Key holder
The Kabana Company/Mati
01.1989 - 01.1991
Certified Gemologist Appraiser -
American Gem Society
Graduate Gemologist -
Gemological Institute of America
Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts - Jewelry Making
University of New Mexico