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Nina Casper
Sherwood
Summary
Skilled mentor and facilitator with proven expertise in guiding groups to achieve their goals. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Reliable in creating impactful solutions through effective communication, conflict resolution, and strategic planning. Known for fostering positive environment and driving results.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facilitator
Western Governers University
05.2024 - Current
- Creates and presents weekly mentor care team agenda
- Tracks term success and end of term data
- Enhance shared resources to improve student experience, collaborate, and share ideas/ successes
- Facilitates coaching with students and faculty
- Supports student outreach
- Provides inclusive, supportive environment to grow as a team
- Responsible for team inactive outreach
- Identified areas in need of improvement and implemented solutions.
- Enhanced team effectiveness by collaborating with colleagues to review and revise current practices
EAGLES Application Committee
Auburn University
08.2020 - Current
- Collaborate with EAGLES (Education to Accomplish Growth in Life Experiences for Success) director on expectations for applicants
- Review applications and Individualized Education Programs (IEP's)
- Meet with program committee to approve or deny applicants
Program Mentor
Western Governers University
05.2017 - Current
- Offers direct, comprehensive support, coaching, and guidance to assigned students as well as students throughout team
- Collaborates with colleagues within the university to promote a positive, student-obsessed atmosphere
- Consistently exhibits WGU Leadership Principles
- Demonstrates a high level of commitment to student success as evidenced in goal setting and student outcomes
- Identifies urgent and individualized student needs as displayed by LCD as well as notes and documentation for each student
- Ability to support and influence outcomes with adult learners
- Responds to emails, text, and phone calls in a timely manner
- Coordinates with fellow mentors to share best practices and develop innovative ideas to enhance student experience
Special Education Teacher
Southridge High School
08.2016 - 04.2017
- Developed transition program from ground up for students with disabilities ages 18-21
- Established individual schedules for each young adult
- Curriculum development
- Assisted in hiring special education program assistants
- Collected and analyzed data based on IEP goals
- Managed special education program assistants
Special Education Teacher
Century High School
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Informed students on standard and modified diploma track of pathways after high school
- Prepared field trips for college bound students
- Organized community based experiences for students on the career path
- Ensured compliance with procedural requirements
- Communicated and coordinated among home, school, and other agencies
- Continuously monitored student performance in both general education and special education settings
Special Education Teacher, Department Chair
Auburn High School
07.2010 - 12.2015
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth
- Met regularly with administration to support the departments curriculum, instruction, and faculty
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs
Education
Master of Education - Collaborative Special Education
Auburn University
Auburn, AL12-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2009
Skills
- Inclusivity
- Agenda setting
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Organizational skills
- Interpersonal communication
- Project management
- Data analysis
Certification
- International Coaching Federation- cohort completed; hours and certification in progress
- Individual Contributer Excellence Program- certification in progress
Interests
Timeline
Facilitator
Western Governers University
05.2024 - Current
EAGLES Application Committee
Auburn University
08.2020 - Current
Program Mentor
Western Governers University
05.2017 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Southridge High School
08.2016 - 04.2017
Special Education Teacher
Century High School
01.2016 - 06.2016
Special Education Teacher, Department Chair
Auburn High School
07.2010 - 12.2015
Master of Education - Collaborative Special Education
Auburn University
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Arizona State University
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