MarKetah Richardson
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Coordinator recognized for exceptional productivity and efficient task management. Proficient in creating inclusive curricula and overseeing individualized education plans (IEPs) while promoting collaboration among teachers, parents, and students. Strong communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills drive student success and enhance support for educational staff. Aiming to implement innovative strategies that further improve the educational experience for all learners.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Coordinator
Anthony Wayne Academy
08.2024 - Current
- Organized workshops for families of special needs children on available resources in the community.
- Maintained up-to-date records of all evaluations, assessments, IEPs and 504 Plans.
- Recruited, trained and evaluated staff and recommended personnel actions for programs and services.
- Collaborated with other professionals to ensure effective communication between home, school, and community agencies regarding student progress.
- Developed transition plans for students moving from one level or program to another or transitioning into postsecondary settings.
- Maintained appropriate contacts with district, intermediate units and state special education leaders in continued compliance of special education programs.
- Provided guidance and support to teachers, staff, parents, and administrators on best practices in educating students with disabilities.
- Reviewed data collected from various sources to assess effectiveness of interventions being used with each student.
- Coordinated testing activities such as administering standardized tests or completing formal evaluations when necessary.
- Participated in IEP team meetings as needed by providing information about current assessment results and recommendations for instruction and intervention strategies.
- Modeling appropriate teaching practices, such as scaffolding, checking for understanding, planning for misconceptions, etc.
- Reviewing applications for students that receive special education
- Fulfilling administrative duties in the absence of the school principal.
- Provided professional development training sessions to faculty members on topics related to special education laws and regulations.
Lead Case Manager/Assistant Athletic Director
Tech Freire Charter School
Philadelphia, PA
01.2019 - 08.2024
- Provided guidance on how best practices can be applied within diverse cultural contexts.
- Assisted teachers in developing differentiated instruction strategies tailored to meet the needs of all learners.
- Worked closely with special education personnel in order to coordinate services for students with disabilities.
- Held one-on-one instructional sessions with students in need of additional help.
- Updated and organized student performance records while maintaining confidentiality standards.
- Attended conferences related to educational topics such as assessment methods, instructional strategies.
- Observed classrooms to provide feedback to teachers regarding their teaching methods and classroom management techniques.
- Co-taught and planned lessons for English, Literacy, Biology, and Algebra 2.
- Adjusted, modified, and inputted grades.
- Supervised the athletic department and coaches, tracked academic performance and behavioral contracts for all athletes
- Provided professional development to teachers and administrators on instructional strategies, best practices, and implementation of curriculum.
- Created and implemented intervention strategies or individualized education plans (IEPs).
Resident Director
A Better Chance Swarthmore
Swarthmore, PA
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Conducted weekly staff meetings with Resident Assistants to provide support, guidance, and direction.
- Managed budgets related to residential life activities and programs.
- Actively participated in on-call rotation system in order to provide 24 and 7 coverage for residence hall occupants.
- Organized special events such as movie nights, game tournaments, or social gatherings in order to foster community among residents.
- Providing legal guardianship for scholars in the program.
- Counseled individual students regarding personal issues or concerns that may be impacting their academic success.
- Assisted in the management of room assignments and move- and -out processes to ensure smooth transitions.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of residence life programs and implemented improvements based on feedback.
- Enforced program policies and procedures within the residence halls while providing sound judgment when dealing with difficult situations.
Behavior-ABA Therapist
Gamut Early Intervention
West Chester, PA
06.2018 - 01.2020
- Implemented Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques to increase functional behaviors and decrease maladaptive behaviors.
- Provided direct client care and group treatment while utilizing combinations of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress towards treatment goals.
- Provided crisis intervention as needed to manage severe behaviors.
- Analyzed data collected during interventions to determine effectiveness of treatments and interventions used.
- Monitored client progress through the use of data collection systems and graphing techniques.
Therapeutic Staff Support
CCRES
, PA
10.2017 - 01.2020
- Conducted behavioral interventions in the client's prescribed environment.
- Provided skill transferring to the guardians and teachers of the client.
- Collaborated with the Behavioral Specialist Consultant, and provided feedback on the progress related to the client's treatment plan.
- Collected weekly notes on the client's behavioral progress, as well as the guardian's compliance with the treatment plan.
Therapeutic Staff Support
Foundations Behavioral Health
, PA
05.2017 - 06.2018
- Conducted behavioral interventions in the client's prescribed environment.
- Provided skill transferring to the guardians and teachers of the client.
- Collaborated with the Behavioral Specialist Consultant, and provided feedback on the progress related to the client's treatment plan.
- Collected weekly notes on the client's behavioral progress, as well as the guardian's compliance with the treatment plan.
- Built and maintained working relationships with peers and upper management.
- Participated in staff training sessions, acquiring new skills and knowledge.
Instructional Assistant
William Penn School District
Yeadon, PA
11.2017 - 02.2018
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and modifying curriculum.
- Utilized a variety of teaching methods such as cooperative learning or differentiated instruction.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Developed positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, administrators, and community partners.
Education
Master of Arts in Teaching - Special Education
RELAY GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
Philadelphia, PA06-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Psychology
TEMPLE UNIVERSITY
Philadelphia, PA05-2017
Associate of Applied Science - Psychology
DELAWARE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Media, PA05-2015
Skills
- Behavior management strategies
- Team collaboration
- Differentiated instruction
- Individualized education plan expertise
- Transition planning
- Assistive technology proficiency
- Collaborative leadership
- Strong work ethic
- Autism spectrum
- Special education law
Affiliated Organizations
- Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated
- Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society
Timeline
Special Education Coordinator
Anthony Wayne Academy
08.2024 - Current
Lead Case Manager/Assistant Athletic Director
Tech Freire Charter School
01.2019 - 08.2024
Resident Director
A Better Chance Swarthmore
01.2019 - 05.2020
Behavior-ABA Therapist
Gamut Early Intervention
06.2018 - 01.2020
Instructional Assistant
William Penn School District
11.2017 - 02.2018
Therapeutic Staff Support
CCRES
10.2017 - 01.2020
Therapeutic Staff Support
Foundations Behavioral Health
05.2017 - 06.2018
Master of Arts in Teaching - Special Education
RELAY GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Psychology
TEMPLE UNIVERSITY
Associate of Applied Science - Psychology
DELAWARE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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