Nia Page
Summary
Enthusiastic and data-driven Case Manager & Learning Specialist with extensive experience in special education, instructional design, and case management. Holding a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Morgan State University and currently pursuing a Master’s in Social Work at Walden University, I am passionate about fostering student success through tailored instructional strategies and evidence-based practices.
I specialize in utilizing data-driven insights to inform instructional decisions and develop individualized plans, including IEPs and 504 plans, for students with diverse needs. With a proven ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, I am skilled at leadership, relationship-building, and continuous professional growth.
Dedicated to creating inclusive and supportive learning environments, I work closely with students, families, and colleagues to drive school improvement and ensure educational equity.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Independent Educational Plan Case Manager and K-1st Learning Specialist
Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Public Charter School Agency
Washington, DC
10.2024 - Current
- Provides specialized instruction to students with IEPs, 504 plans, and English language learners.
- Monitors student progress through data analysis, develops full Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), Analysis of Existing Data (AED), 504s, and Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIPs).
- Assisted students by setting educational targets and evaluating for possible learning disabilities or delays.
- Use assessment data and progress monitoring data to inform instructional decisions and improve student outcomes.
- Co-plans core subjects with classroom and special teachers, tailoring instruction to student needs.
- Actively contributes to school improvement and supports the school’s mission.
- Train and manage all one-on-one aides, participate in performance evaluations, and seek ways to improve instruction.
- Maintains effective communication with students' families, involving them in educational decisions.
- Participates in and leads parent-teacher conferences, IEP meetings, 504 meetings, AED meetings, and behavioral check meetings, collaborating with support staff (program coordinator, general education teachers, behavioral counselors, 1:1 aides, school principals, OT, speech pathologists, school LEA, etc.). To address family and student needs.
- Excellent verbal and written communication with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators.
- Maintaining confidentiality and respecting the privacy of students and families.
Independent Educational Plan Case Manager and Math Associate Content Teacher
IvyMount School and Program
Rockville, MD
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with CEO to strategize enhancements for school quality benefiting staff and students. Such as improving staff break areas, improving parking, fighting for higher salary rates, and coordinating student and staff events (picnics, dances, etc.).
- Developed, implemented, and monitored content instruction and related math materials to ensure alignment with course requirements, Individualized Education Plans (IEP), and student-based performance.
- Created and implemented instructional plans based on evidence-based practice, following a specific academic curriculum.
- Supervised classroom staff’s instructional planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting related to the content area.
- Supported lead educators during various interdisciplinary and extracurricular activities, including art, PE, and social studies.
- Implemented classroom and individualized behavior management programs (BIPs).
- Participate in the Individualized Education Plans (IEP) development process as assigned (e.g., administer assessments, write reports, analyze data, and enter it into MCPS and DC County IEP systems, and attend meetings) for a caseload of 12 to 15 students.
- Report on student progress as assigned (e.g., quarterly report cards, academic checklists), and enter grades into the grading system.
- Administer and maintain updated student assessments (NWEA scores, etc.).
- Engaged parents and guardians in discussions about student needs and strengths in mathematics.
- Hold all students' and families' knowledge confidential, following all HIPAA laws.
- Formulated tailored educational frameworks to boost academic performance in mathematics.
Independent Educational Plan Case Manager and Homeroom Teacher
IvyMount School and Program
Rockville, MD
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with the CEO of the school to plan and discuss different ways to improve the quality of the school for staff and students, such as improving staff break areas, improving parking, fighting for higher salary rates, and coordinating student and staff events (picnics, dances, etc.).
- Managing homeroom administrative duties (e.g., staff and student attendance; date student schedules and password logs; schedule and lead meetings; 1:1(s) supervision and training; taking inventory and stocking classroom supplies; completing performance reviews and professional development; communication hub for your students, parents, and school-based teams (teachers, RSPs, supervisors), etc.) To ensure adequate educational space for students and teachers.
- Teaching social, emotional, and adaptive skills, and developing scope and sequence in collaboration with program coordinators.
- Improving students' executive functioning skills and neurodiversity awareness.
- Write Independent Educational Plan goals and objectives.
- Enhanced academic and functional skill levels through detailed goal tracking for multiple students.
Assistant Homeroom Teacher
IvyMount School and Program
Rockville, MD
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Applied behavior analysis (ABA), implementing a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) to support students in decreasing unsafe behaviors inflicted on themselves and others.
- Provide direct student supervision and support (e.g., toileting, lifting the student from a wheelchair, and mobility assistance) during educational activities throughout the school day, including job sites and community trips.
- Prepare, process, and analyze target behavior data (medically related incidents, unsafe behaviors, etc.) with the support of Behavior Analysts and Program Coordinators.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Holy Ground Christian Center
Rockville, MD
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Instructed basic skills including colors, shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Enforcing expected classroom behaviors, and incorporating music, art, and theater into each lesson plan to encourage diversity among students and staff.
- Led activities to enhance physical, mental, and social development.
- Instilled good manners and social development behaviors in children.
- Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies, such as games and crafts, for experiential learning.
- Supporting the center director with different administrative supports, such as updated files for individual children and teachers for recordkeeping. Maintained daily data collection of individual activities, student behaviors, meals, diaper changes, etc.
Education
Master's - Sociology
Walden University
Online03.2025
Bachelor’s - Sociology
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD12.2021
Skills
- Data Analytics
- Student Assessment and Progress Monitoring
- Management and leadership
- Instructional Design and Planning
- Time management and organization skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Case Management
- Adaptability and problem-solving
Certification
Institute For Multi-Sensory Education: Comprehensive Orton-Gillingham Plus
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Independent Educational Plan Case Manager and K-1st Learning Specialist
Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Public Charter School Agency
10.2024 - Current
Independent Educational Plan Case Manager and Math Associate Content Teacher
IvyMount School and Program
07.2023 - 10.2024
Independent Educational Plan Case Manager and Homeroom Teacher
IvyMount School and Program
07.2022 - 07.2023
Assistant Homeroom Teacher
IvyMount School and Program
01.2022 - 07.2022
Lead Preschool Teacher
Holy Ground Christian Center
05.2019 - 01.2020
Master's - Sociology
Walden University
Bachelor’s - Sociology
Morgan State University
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