MEGAN MURPHY
Mild To Moderate Intervention Specialist
Strongsville,OH
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven Elementary Intervention Specialist with expertise in reading improvement strategies and individualized student support. Skilled in utilizing data-driven decision-making to design and implement effective interventions based on student needs, enhancing reading proficiency and overall academic success. Strong collaborator with general education teachers to ensure seamless integration of intervention strategies within the classroom setting. Experienced in conducting progress monitoring and assessments to track student growth, adapt instruction, and ensure targeted goals are achieved. Currently serving K-5 students at Chapman Elementary School, I am seeking an Intervention Specialist position within the Strongsville City School District to continue fostering academic excellence and supporting diverse learners in a new setting.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
RTI Intervention Specialist
Chapman Elementary
08.2024 - Current
- Addressed behavioral issues through the implementation of positive behavior supports and interventions.
- Built strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Established trusting and friendly relationships with parents and colleagues.
- Supported students with diverse needs, ensuring their academic progress aligned with IEP goals.
- Increased student engagement through the use of differentiated instruction tailored to individual learning needs.
- Improved overall classroom performance by providing targeted support for struggling students in various subjects.
- Developed data-driven intervention plans based on thorough analysis of assessments and observations.
- Coordinated with other professionals such as speech therapists, occupational therapists, and school psychologists to address comprehensive student needs.
- Strengthened collaboration among general education teachers, special education staff, and related service providers through regular meetings and communication.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development, enhancing academic growth for all participants.
- Enhanced student outcomes by implementing evidence-based intervention strategies and techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, interventions implemented, and modifications made to ensure compliance with regulations and best practices.
- Served as an advocate for students with disabilities during eligibility meetings, IEP reviews, and parent conferences.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily activities.
- Streamlined the intervention process by developing and implementing efficient systems for tracking student data, progress monitoring, and documentation.
- Provided ongoing assessment of student progress, adjusting interventions as needed to optimize results.
- Developed intervention plans based on established guidelines and individual needs.
- Met with teachers to establish goals for students in intervention program.
- Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
Moderate to Intensive Special Education Aide
Strongsville City Schools
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Enhanced classroom management through effective communication and implementation of behavior modification strategies.
- Coordinated with other school staff members such as guidance counselors, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, and psychologists to provide comprehensive support services for students in need.
- Established strong partnerships with parents through frequent communication about their child's academic performance, behavior concerns, and overall well-being within school setting.
- Supported students during assessments, ensuring they had access to necessary accommodations as outlined in their IEPs.
- Assisted in development of functional life skills for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Monitored student progress regularly, documenting performance and providing feedback to both students and parents.
- Promoted positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing appropriate behaviors.
- Facilitated social skill development among peers through group activities and interactive exercises.
Monitor and Substitute Teacher
Strongsville City Schools
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Perform non-teaching program support
- Take appropriate action to resolve student concerns
- Maintain orderly school environment
- Support opportunities for social interactions among students
- Initiate action to protect students
- Develops mutually respectful relationships with coworkers
- Functions as part of cohesive team
- Capable of multitasking in fast-paced environment
- Maintains high standards for appropriate conduct
- Complies with district procedures and federal or state laws
- Assists with unexpected and/or urgent situations.
Owner
Self-Employed Salon Owner
12.2012 - 08.2021
- Built and maintained my own business for nearly a decade
- Manage finances for home business
- Manage equipment and supplies for home business
- Maintain schedule of clients and their referrals
- Maintain data for the individual needs of each client
- Maintain license and continuing education to keep state licensure
- Maintain and clean equipment to state standards
- Interface with clientele to determine and meet their specific needs.
Manager / Stylist
Legacy Hair Studio
02.2008 - 12.2012
- Maintain employee schedules
- Manage finances for home business
- Manage equipment and supplies for home business
- Maintain schedule of clients and their referrals
- Ran computer system for finances, supplies, credit card information
- Managed team of stylists and worked to meet their professional needs
- Organized continuing education for team of 10
- Responsible for payroll and other HR needs
- Worked with company management in team meetings and advertising initiatives.
Substitute Teacher
Nordonia City Schools
08.2005 - 08.2006
- Following educator lesson plans
- Maintaining students
- Adhering to state and local education guidelines.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles
Education
Post Baccalaureate - Mild To Moderate Intervention Specialist (K-12)
Franklin University
Columbus, OH 06.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Education- Middle Childhood Education 4-9
Kent State University
Kent, OH 08.2000 - 08.2004
Skills
Highly Organized
Classroom Management
Learning techniques
Teacher Support
Progress Documentation
Applied Behavior Analysis
Student needs assessment
Behavior redirection
Individual education plan expertise
References
- Andrea Zak, Strongsville City Schools, Colleague, 2, 440-572-7180, azak@scsmustangs.org
- Kristen Russ, Strongsville City Schools, Colleague, 2, 440-552-6858, kruss@scsmustangs.org
- Katie Hawk, Strongsville City Schools, Supervisor, 2, 440-572-7180, khawk@scsmustangs.org
- Denise Costilow, James G Zupka CPA, Friend, 15, 216-280-5015, 14351 Concord Trail, Middleburg Heights, OH, 44130
Timeline
RTI Intervention Specialist
Chapman Elementary
08.2024 - Current
Moderate to Intensive Special Education Aide
Strongsville City Schools
08.2022 - 08.2024
Post Baccalaureate - Mild To Moderate Intervention Specialist (K-12)
Franklin University
06.2022 - Current
Monitor and Substitute Teacher
Strongsville City Schools
08.2021 - 08.2022
Owner
Self-Employed Salon Owner
12.2012 - 08.2021
Manager / Stylist
Legacy Hair Studio
02.2008 - 12.2012
Substitute Teacher
Nordonia City Schools
08.2005 - 08.2006
Bachelor of Science - Education- Middle Childhood Education 4-9
Kent State University
08.2000 - 08.2004
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