MIA MORROW
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated and responsive Special Education Co-Teacher with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education In-Class Support/Co-Teacher/Case Manager
Fort Bend Independent School District
Houston, TX
11.2022 - Current
- Instructed students with varying disabilities in academic, behavior, social, and self-care skills within a general education setting. Utilized diverse teaching techniques, materials, and equipment.
- Developed individualized education plans (IEPs) in collaboration with parents, students, and school community personnel.
- Collaborated with the general education Teacher to create effective strategies for addressing the educational needs of children.
- Provided support to struggling learners through differentiated instruction strategies.
- Monitored student behavior in the classroom and provided guidance when needed.
- Conducted small group instruction on specific topics as needed.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to teaching practices.
- Supported the implementation of academic interventions, such as Response to Intervention.
- Administered standardized tests according to district guidelines.
- Maintain confidentiality with regards to students with disabilities as required by law.
Director of Accountability-Early Head Start/Head Start
BakerRipley
Houston, TX
07.2018 - 06.2020
- Ensure Early Head Start/Head Start Program (EHS/HS) follows all applicable laws, regulations and standards
- Ensure high quality services are being provided to low-income children and families to promote optimum academic, social and economic success.
- Assist with federal funding applications.
- Conducting program data reviews and evaluations to ensure accurate record keeping and reporting, consistent with Head Start Performance Standards.
- Assisted in overseeing program expenditures and budget.
- Provided supervision and mentoring to Senior Content Area Coordinators.
- Collaborated with agency Directors, leadership, and external partners to enhance teamwork and achieve goals.
- Managed staff recruitment, evaluation, and professional development.
- Established partnerships with external organizations and local Independent School Districts.
- Monitored enrollment trends for data-driven decision making.
- Ensured compliance with accreditation standards and regulations.
- Led committees on program reviews and assessments.
- Oversaw departmental operations, including staff supervision.
- Strategized and implemented methods for streamlining processes, controlling costs and modernizing operations.
- Managed and monitored the implementation of accountability strategies across multiple departments.
- Facilitated collaboration among various teams in order to achieve organizational objectives more effectively.
- Worked closely with senior leadership team members in order to align agency vision with program goals.
Sr. Collaborations Coordinator – Early Head Start/Head Start
BakerRipley
Houston, TX
09.2012 - 07.2018
- Provide high quality services to low-income children and families to ensure optimum academic, social and economic success
- Established and maintained effective communication with collaborative partners to promote compliance with Head Start program requirements.
- Ensured collaborative management's adherence to implemented policies, procedures, and standards established by EHS/HS program.
- Maintained program compliance with state, local licensing agencies and grant requirements.
- Implemented effective supervision techniques, mentoring strategies, and coaching methods to ensure successful implementation of work plans and directives for Operations and Center Managers.
Operations Coordinator – Head Start
BakerRipley
Houston, TX
08.2006 - 09.2012
- Establishes and maintains compliant collaborative relationships with stakeholders and collaboration sites, adhering to government laws, regulations, standards, and contractual agreements.
- Established and monitored systems for ensuring program quality
- Collaborates with Professional Development Coordinator in designing research-based professional development to enhance collaboration staff's skills.
- Supported and led managers and staff in implementing successful programs.
- Managed and supervised Operations/Center Managers, Teachers, and Family Development Workers across various center and partnership sites.
Operations Manager
BakerRipley
Houston, TX
06.2002 - 08.2006
- Implemented strategies to create an age-appropriate educational setting where children could thrive socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally.
- Facilitated ongoing, thorough understanding of Head Start program and Performance Standards for collaboration staff
- Supervised staff across multiple partnership locations.
Education
Masters of Education: Counselor Education -
Texas Southern University
Bachelor of Arts: Psychology -
Texas Southern University
Skills
- Leadership and Management
- Strategic Planning and Organization
- Research and Analytical
- Systems Knowledge
- Partnership Development
- Accountability and Compliance
- Strong Interpersonal and Communication Abilities
- Case Management
- Special Education
- Social-emotional learning
- Curriculum Implementation
- Classroom Instruction
- Small Group Instruction
- Group Instruction
- IEP planning
- Student Records Management
- Standardized testing techniques
- Differentiated Instruction
- Excellent classroom management
- Behavior Management
- Reporting and documentation
Certification
- Special Education Teacher Certification EC-12
- Daycare Director Certification
- CPI Certification
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Special Education In-Class Support/Co-Teacher/Case Manager
Fort Bend Independent School District
11.2022 - Current
Director of Accountability-Early Head Start/Head Start
BakerRipley
07.2018 - 06.2020
Sr. Collaborations Coordinator – Early Head Start/Head Start
BakerRipley
09.2012 - 07.2018
Operations Coordinator – Head Start
BakerRipley
08.2006 - 09.2012
Operations Manager
BakerRipley
06.2002 - 08.2006
Masters of Education: Counselor Education -
Texas Southern University
Bachelor of Arts: Psychology -
Texas Southern University
- Special Education Teacher Certification EC-12
- Daycare Director Certification
- CPI Certification
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