Mark Foley
Loveland
Summary
Experienced educational leader with a strong background in special education administration, staff supervision, program development, and compliance. Over a decade of leadership at the district level, overseeing special education departments, evaluating staff, facilitating IEP processes, and coordinating with state and community agencies. Committed to inclusive leadership, strategic resource allocation, and improving outcomes for students with disabilities.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Itinerant Teacher for the Visually Impaired & Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist
Montgomery County Educational Service Center
01.2016 - Current
- Provide direct instruction, consultation, and team collaboration to serve students with low-incidence disabilities
- Design instructional programs for individual students addressing the Expanded Core Curriculum
- Coordinate transition supports and collaborate with post-secondary institutions
- Prepare and hold IEP and ETR meetings with families and teams
- Lead instructional planning and collaboration for students with disabilities
- Provide training and support for adaptive and instructional technology
- Offer Braille instruction for students from Preschool to Grade 12
Itinerant Teacher for the Visually Impaired
Southern Ohio Educational Service Center
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Delivered instruction and consultation services for students who are blind, visually impaired, or deafblind
- Developed individualized instructional programs and collaborated on IEP teams
- Supported teachers and families through ongoing communication, training, and home visits
Special Education Administrator
Cincinnati Public Schools
01.2007 - 01.2014
- Provided oversight and leadership of special education programs across multiple districts
- Supervised and evaluated certified/classified staff, including using OTES framework
- Allocated resources and coordinated services to ensure FAPE and compliance with IDEA and Ohio Operating Standards
- Led development of IEPs and facilitated district representation at ETR/IEP meetings
- Managed interagency collaboration with DD Boards, OOD, Project SEARCH, Easter Seals, and more
- Served as liaison to State Support Teams; participated in state and national education leadership meetings
- Developed and delivered professional development on instructional strategies, behavior intervention, and compliance
- Directed departmental procedures for compliance, data reporting, and corrective actions
Intervention Specialist
Cincinnati Public Schools | Loveland City Schools | Redwood Rehabilitation Center
01.1994 - 01.2007
- Case Coordinator for building-wide special education services
- Developed behavior plans and IEPs for students across K–12
- Maintained compliance with special education regulations and safeguards
- Collaborated closely with staff, students, and families
Education
Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist -
The Ohio State University
01.2017
Teacher for the Visually Impaired - undefined
The Ohio State University
01.2013
Principal Licensure - Elementary, Middle, High School
University of Dayton
01.2010
Master of Arts - Special Education
Xavier University
01.2002
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Cincinnati
01.1994
Skills
- Collaborative leadership
- Instructional coaching
- Inclusive practices
- Parent communication
- Legal compliance
- Accessibility solutions
Timeline
Itinerant Teacher for the Visually Impaired & Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist
Montgomery County Educational Service Center
01.2016 - Current
Itinerant Teacher for the Visually Impaired
Southern Ohio Educational Service Center
01.2014 - 01.2016
Special Education Administrator
Cincinnati Public Schools
01.2007 - 01.2014
Intervention Specialist
Cincinnati Public Schools | Loveland City Schools | Redwood Rehabilitation Center
01.1994 - 01.2007
Teacher for the Visually Impaired - undefined
The Ohio State University
Principal Licensure - Elementary, Middle, High School
University of Dayton
Master of Arts - Special Education
Xavier University
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Cincinnati
Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist -
The Ohio State University
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