McKenzie Gray
Clay,NY
Summary
Compassionate and results-driven Director of Programs with more than 10 years of experience in education and human services. Proven Leader with expertise in behavior management, developing engaging person-centered programs, regulatory compliance, supervising staff, and fostering inclusive environments for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Recognized for strong communication, problem-solving, and building collaborative relationships with staff, families, and community partners.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Programs
HOME Inc.
12.2024 - Current
- Direct daily operations for site-based and community-based programs serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Supervise and mentor Direct Support Professionals and leadership staff
- Ensure compliance with OPWDD regulations, agency policies, and quality standards
- Coordinate interdisciplinary services with families, healthcare providers, and community agencies
- Promote person-centered planning, independence, safety, and quality of life
- Develop staff training and support continuous quality improvement initiative’s
- Audit Attendance and Documentation
- Billing
- Payroll
Fourth Grade Teacher
Ihsan School of Excellence
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Planned and delivered standard-based instruction in all core academic subjects
- Was the Special Education Coordinator/Push in teacher for grades 3-12
- Differentiated instruction to support diverse learning needs
- Built positive rapports with students, families, and staff to best maintain an engaging classroom environment
- Used student assessment data to guide instruction (data driven)
ELA Instructor
Job Corps
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Delivered literacy instruction to at-risk young adults preparing for career success
- Developed individualized instructional plans while working with the instructional support teachers
- Assessed student progress weekly and adapted instruction accordingly to meet the needs of the learners in Reading 2 (Higher Level)
- Tried to motivate students to want better for his or himself to achievement educational and employment goals despite
- Taught financial literacy with the Accountant per the Directors request
Behavior Therapist
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Provided one-on-one behavioral intervention services for children with developmental and behavioral needs
- Developed positive relationships with individuals and their families while working in the home sometimes and other times at the agency
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans under the supervision of clinical staff
- Collected and documented behavioral data to monitor progress and guide treatment
- Taught communication, social, and daily living skills using evidence-based strategies
- Collaborated with families and interdisciplinary team members to promote consistency across settings
- Supported positive behavior through reinforcement techniques and skill-building activities
Special Education Teacher
BOCES
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Taught students with developmental and behavioral disabilities in a 6:1:1 setting
- Utilized TEACCH model and behavior supports
- Managed classroom staff and students and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams.
- Developed instructional materials aligned with IEP goals
- Conducted Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans
- Trained in Preventing and Managing Crisis Situations/ Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
Education
Master of Science - Teaching, Dual Childhood General and Special Education
Le Moyne College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Minor in Sociology
Le Moyne College
Skills
- Program Leadership
- Staff Supervision
- OPWDD Compliance
- Person-Centered Planning
- Special Education
- Behavior Intervention
- Behavior Therapist
- Crisis Management
- Curriculum Development
- IEP Development
- FBA and BIPS
- Team Leadership
- Family Collaboration
- Quality Assurance
Certification
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI)
- TCI for Students with Developmental Disabilities
- Preventing and Managing Crisis Situations
- TEACCH Certified
Timeline
Director of Programs
HOME Inc.
12.2024 - Current
Fourth Grade Teacher
Ihsan School of Excellence
06.2024 - 12.2024
ELA Instructor
Job Corps
01.2024 - 04.2024
Behavior Therapist
01.2020 - 06.2020
Special Education Teacher
BOCES
08.2018 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Minor in Sociology
Le Moyne College
Master of Science - Teaching, Dual Childhood General and Special Education
Le Moyne College