Misty Dumas
Linden,TX
Summary
Seasoned Educator/Diagnostician with extensive knowledge and application of educational leadership and compliance with all state, federal, and local requirements to ensure provision of services are provided for students with special needs.
Hardworking and passionate professional with strong work ethic, diverse background and skillset, and strong verbal and written communication skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Diagnostician
Morris County COOP
Daingerfield, Texas
07.2022 - Current
- Increased efficiency of referral and assessment processes by implementing new technologies and methodologies into practice.
- Conducted thorough evaluations, accurately pinpointing critical areas requiring additional intervention.
- Facilitated regular meetings with stakeholders to review progress towards IEP goals and make necessary adjustments to educational plans.
- Served as liaison between school staff, families, and outside service providers, coordinating efforts to maximize student success.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Led staff and faculty training and development to support compliance and program objectives.
- Contributed positively to the overall functioning of the special education department as part of a collaborative team.
Educational Diagnostician
Cass County COOP
Atlanta, Texas
08.2012 - 06.2022
- Lead Diagnostician (6 years), Lead Evaluation Panel Member-Region 8 (4 years); Autism Team Evaluator and Ancillary Team Lead Evaluator (6 years); Diagnostician Mentor (6 years)
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations regarding educational assessments and reporting requirements.
- Trained fellow assessment specialists to ensure consistent application of established evaluation standards across the department.
- Maintained inventory on testing materials.
Teacher
Atlanta ISD
Atlanta, TX
08.2008 - 06.2012
- Interventionist (RTI)/GT Teacher (2 years)
- ELA 4th grade General Education
- Reading/Math 6th grade Special Education
Escrow Processor/Loan Closer
Netco Title
Arlington, TX
03.2002 - 05.2003
- Conducted closing processes with customers, realtors, lenders and attorneys.
- Prepared mortgage documents for national accounts.
Customer Service/Cash Manager
Kroger Signature Series
Keller, TX
02.2001 - 03.2002
- Conducted daily audits, maintained record of sales, and performed accounting and banking of day's business.
- Provided supervision and training for all Frontend personnel (15 employees).
- Scheduled labor requirements for daily operational needs.
Leasing Consultant/Fleet Manager
Village Lincoln Mercury
Irving, TX
03.2000 - 02.2001
- Co-developed fleet department and established vital relationships necessary for its success.
- Provided customer services including needs assessment, quality service standards, and customer satisfaction evaluations. Maintained a customer satisfaction index in the top 10%.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Texas A&M University - Texarkana
Texarkana, TX12.2009
Bachelor of Science - Political Science And International Studies
Texas Wesleyan University
Fort Worth, Texas12.1999
Skills
- Special Education Law, Policy, Procedures, Compliance
- Data Analysis and Decision Making
- Budgeting/Finance Management
- Evaluation/Identification of disabilities
- IEP Development & Implementation
- Teacher/Faculty Training
- Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)
- Collaborative Problem-Solving
Certification
Educational Diagnostician EC-12
Special education EC-12
Generalist Grades EC-4
English as a Second Language Supplemental
Timeline
Educational Diagnostician
Morris County COOP
07.2022 - Current
Educational Diagnostician
Cass County COOP
08.2012 - 06.2022
Teacher
Atlanta ISD
08.2008 - 06.2012
Escrow Processor/Loan Closer
Netco Title
03.2002 - 05.2003
Customer Service/Cash Manager
Kroger Signature Series
02.2001 - 03.2002
Leasing Consultant/Fleet Manager
Village Lincoln Mercury
03.2000 - 02.2001
Master of Science - Special Education
Texas A&M University - Texarkana
Bachelor of Science - Political Science And International Studies
Texas Wesleyan University