Natasha Martinez
Chandler,AZ
Summary
Team-oriented self-starter bringing 15 years in training, staff development, management and human resources. Exceptional communication, analytical and organizational skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Professional Development
International Alliance Group
07.2023 - Current
- Create engaging e-learning modules that allow employees to access professional development resources at their own pace and convenience.
- Implement a comprehensive onboarding process that accelerates new employee integration into the work environment.
- Collaborate with executive leadership to identify organizational priorities and align professional development initiatives accordingly.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through assessments, surveys, and participant feedback to continuously improve offerings.
- Consistently monitor industry trends and advancements to ensure professional development initiatives remain relevant and competitive in the marketplace.
Director of Student Services
Isaac School District
01.2015 - 06.2023
- Supervised Psychological Services, Special Education Services, Counseling Services, Related Services, and Health Services
- Developed, organized, implemented, and evaluated special education, Medicaid, and health programs
- Ensured district compliance with Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
- Supervised Social Emotional Learning, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), and student discipline
- Managed IDEA Basic and Preschool grant funds, M&O, Title I, II, and IV fund allocations.
Special Education Instructional Specialist
Isaac School District
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Created, conducted, and monitored an in-district federal programs (IDEA, Section 504) compliance plan.
- Coached, modeled lessons, and provided feedback to special education teachers related to the implementation of standards-based instruction.
- Planned and facilitated professional development opportunities for special education and administrative staff related to research-based instructional practices, federal, and state regulations.
K-5 Special Education Resource Teacher
Isaac School District
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Provide specially designed instruction to students with mild/moderate disabilities
- Participate as a member of the school's leadership team and the district's compliance audit team
- Provide coaching and support to new special education teachers as a mentor teacher
- Act as a district liaison and provide site-based support to special education staff in the role of Lead Special Education Teacher
- Develop, implement and monitor progress of 40+ Individual Education Programs, annually.
Education Specialist
Hardy Brown College Prep
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Develop, implement and monitor 50+ Individual Education Programs and Section 504 plans
- Hire, coordinate and supervise related service providers
- Develop and implement response to intervention (RTI) framework
- Provide professional development to certified and administrative personnel
Education
Master of Education - Educational Administration
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12.2021
Master of Arts - Special Education
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA06.2011
Bachelor of Arts - English Linguistics
California State University - San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA06.2008
Skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Education law
- Budgeting
- Crucial conversations
- Curriculum and instruction
- Staff recruitment and retention
- Grant writing
- Personnel supervision and evaluation
- Strategic planning
- Organizational development
- Adult learning
- Staff Development
Certification
- Standard Professional Cross Categorical Special Education, K-12 (Arizona)
- Standard Professional Principal & Supervisor, PreK-12 (Arizona)
- Early Childhood Endorsement, Birth-Age 8 (Arizona)
- English as a Second Language, PreK-12 (Arizona)
- Crisis Prevention Institute: Behavior Management and De-escalation
- BLS, CPR and First Aid Certification
- Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling (LETRS) Certified Trainer
- (Active) DPS IVP Fingerprint Card
Awards
- 2009 Teacher of the Year, Ontario-Montclair School District
- 2010 Program of the Year, West End SELPA
- 2010 Distinguished Educator, Fortune Schools
- 2015 Program of the Year (Special Education), Isaac School District
- 2016 Staff Member of the Year, Isaac School District
- 2019 Administrator of the Year, Isaac School District
- 2021 Program of the Year (PBIS), Isaac School District
References
- Dr. Melissa Castillo, Senior Advisor for Office of English Language Acquisition, U.S. Department of Education, (602) 471-9256
- Dr. Erica Avila, Vice President of Professional Development, International Alliance Group, (201) 458-3343
- Mr. Howard Paley, (Retired) Chief Human Resource Officer, Isaac School District, (602) 689-0139
- Dr. Monica Castillo, Director of School Leadership, Isaac School District, (619) 456-1686
Timeline
Director of Professional Development
International Alliance Group
07.2023 - Current
Director of Student Services
Isaac School District
01.2015 - 06.2023
Special Education Instructional Specialist
Isaac School District
01.2013 - 01.2015
K-5 Special Education Resource Teacher
Isaac School District
01.2011 - 01.2013
Education Specialist
Hardy Brown College Prep
01.2009 - 01.2011
Master of Education - Educational Administration
Grand Canyon University
Master of Arts - Special Education
Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor of Arts - English Linguistics
California State University - San Bernardino
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