PAUL S. ROBINSON
Mead,WA
Summary
I possess the necessary skills and a proven track record of success in creating positive, supportive environments for students in special education. I am confident that my experience will enable me to contribute effectively as the next Director of Special Services for Rim of the World School District.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal at University High School
Central Valley School District
Spokane Valley, WA
07.2021 - Current
- Enforced disciplinary policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with outside agencies such as social services, community organizations, health care providers. to coordinate services for students with special needs.
- Monitored special education teachers for compliance with teaching practices, curriculum and outcome measures.
- Participated in IEP and 504 meetings.
- Worked closely with paraeducators, counselors, and school psychologists.
Vice Principal of Student Support
Hesperia Unified School District
Hesperia, CA
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Oversaw special education processes including IEPs, classroom management, and caseload handling.
- Performed evaluations on individuals in classified roles.
- Assisted administrative team, teachers, and support staff as needed.
- Adopted and applied multiple MTSS and SEL techniques.
Vice Principal of Student Activities
Hesperia Unified School District
Hesperia, CA
08.2015 - 07.2018
- Directed all activities and operations as ASB Director.
- Assumed responsibilities of ASB Bookkeeper when required.
- Cultivated a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
- Facilitated planning school calendar, ensuring efficient scheduling for diverse activities.
- Collaborated on HUSD Special Olympics and hosted Special Day Prom with other HUSD high schools
Special Education Teacher
Hesperia Unified School District
Hesperia, CA
08.2011 - 08.2015
- Oversaw IEP management effectively meeting diverse educational, behavioral and health-related requirements.
- Facilitated collaboration with peers to organize campus-wide event access for all students.
- Partnered with school counselors and psychologists to address student needs.
- Participated in district and SELPA training sessions.
- Assisted students in accessing Workability and PAES Lab.
Lead Teacher in Program for Students With Autism
Hesperia Unified School District
Hesperia, CA
06.2009 - 07.2011
- Contributed to the design of three specialized classrooms tailored for students with autism.
- Tracked progress for staff and students across multiple classrooms.
- Attended trainings through district and SELPA to provide current strategies.
- Collaborated with consulting agency to ensure ideal class environment for all stakeholders.
Special Education Teacher
Hesperia Unified School District
Hesperia, CA
08.2002 - 06.2009
- Built strong connections with students, staff, parents and support personnel.
- Facilitated inclusion opportunities for students in suitable mainstream classes.
- Assisted educators in implementing the Inclusion Model.
- Collaborated with consulting agency to establish an effective classroom routine supporting students with autism.
- Engaged in after-school activities to enhance students' and parents' academic experience.
Special Education Teacher
Silver Valley Unified School District
Daggett, CA
07.1999 - 06.2002
- Instructed special education students in English, Math, and Social Studies for grades 4-8.
- Integrated inclusive education practices into multiple 4th and 5th-grade ELA and Math classes.
- Assisted in supervising school events such as ASB, Basketball games and dances.
Education
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES CLEAR CREDENTIAL -
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Southern California01-2020
MASTERS' DEGREE - SPECIAL EDUCATION
AZUSA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY
Azusa, CA04-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Central Washington University
Ellensburg03-1999
Skills
- Knowledge of CA Ed Codes 48900 & 48915
- FICMAT
- LEA REP experience
- SEL Strategies
- MTSS
- Participated in onsite WASC Visits
- PLCs
- SLTs
- SSC
- Behavioral Consultant
Activities
- Head coach for Freshman Football and Girls' JV Basketball for three years
- Coached Track for four years, last year as Varsity Head Coach
- Club advisor, chaperoned several dances, involved with activities campus wide
- Participated in a WASC Visit in which we earned a Six Clear
- Hired several teachers, instructional assistants and other classified positions
- Attended a variety of professional development workshops for SEL, Administration, and Special Education
- On a taskforce to train special education teachers to build positive relationships with their Para educators
- Helped plan Special Needs Prom and Special Olympics for the past two years
Timeline
Assistant Principal at University High School
Central Valley School District
07.2021 - Current
Vice Principal of Student Support
Hesperia Unified School District
08.2018 - 06.2021
Vice Principal of Student Activities
Hesperia Unified School District
08.2015 - 07.2018
Special Education Teacher
Hesperia Unified School District
08.2011 - 08.2015
Lead Teacher in Program for Students With Autism
Hesperia Unified School District
06.2009 - 07.2011
Special Education Teacher
Hesperia Unified School District
08.2002 - 06.2009
Special Education Teacher
Silver Valley Unified School District
07.1999 - 06.2002
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES CLEAR CREDENTIAL -
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
MASTERS' DEGREE - SPECIAL EDUCATION
AZUSA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Central Washington University