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Rebecca Knaggs

Rebecca Knaggs

Bay Village

Summary

Dynamic Intervention Specialist with a proven track record at Lorain City Schools, excelling in IEP development and fostering parent-teacher collaboration. Adept at implementing inclusion strategies and crisis intervention techniques, I have successfully enhanced student engagement and academic outcomes through data-driven approaches and strong interpersonal skills. Extensive experience in creating and implementing specialized learning plans designed to meet diverse student needs. Known for collaborative approach and focus on achieving measurable outcomes, adaptable to evolving educational demands. Experienced with behavior intervention strategies and individualized education plans. Utilizes targeted interventions to support student development and academic progress. Strong understanding of collaborative techniques and adaptive approaches to meet diverse needs.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Intervention Specialist

Lorain City Schools
08.2015 - Current
  • Lead the MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) process, facilitating problem-solving meetings and progress monitoring for academic and behavioral interventions.
  • Serve as an active member of the PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) team and the Building Leadership Team (BLT), contributing to schoolwide initiatives and decision-making.
  • Write and implement IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) aligned with student needs, and hold IEP meetings in compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Provide coaching and support to general education teachers on behavior management strategies and instructional differentiation to meet the diverse needs of all students.
  • Establish strong rapport and communication with students, families, and staff to foster a positive and collaborative learning environment.
  • Design and implement the school’s current dismissal procedure to ensure safety and efficiency for all students.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily activities.
  • Support arrival procedures by welcoming students, monitoring breakfast, and providing early-day structure.
  • Assist staff during behavioral escalations, applying de-escalation techniques; currently certified in advanced CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention).
  • Provide direct instruction to small groups and individual students focused on their IEP goals across academic, behavioral, and functional domains.
  • Write detailed progress reports for all IEP goals and objectives for each of the four reporting periods annually.
  • Advocated for resources and accommodations to ensure equitable access to education for all students.
  • Maintain consistent communication with families, including ongoing support for former students when appropriate.
  • Collaborate regularly with general education teachers, fellow intervention specialists, school psychologist, SLP, OT, PT, and special education supervisor to ensure cohesive and comprehensive student support.
  • Streamlined the intervention process by developing and implementing efficient systems for tracking student data, progress monitoring, and documentation.
  • Assisted teachers in modifying lesson plans and adapting instructional materials to facilitate inclusive learning environments.
  • Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.

Dean of Scholar and Family Engagement

Lorain City Schools
08.2018 - 07.2020
  • A full-time Dean working with a building of 280 students and over 40 staff members (Teachers, Aides, Custodial, Itinerant staff).
  • Established rapport with students, parents, community and critical family members.
  • Led faculty recruitment and professional development efforts to improve teaching quality.
  • Enhance student engagement for learning and classroom culture through bi-weekly feedback with staff.
  • Organized building PTO.
  • Designed four different family literacy nights.
  • Organized all school field trips.
  • Worked with the school secretary to write up and request PO’s for building needs.
  • Dean of Scholar and Family Engagement who excels in cultivating and maintaining positive and productive relationships with all educational constituencies including parents, scholars, teachers, and the community.
  • Strong instructional leader with education experience and solid foundation in best practices for all content areas
  • Background in general education, as well as special education.
  • Fostered partnerships with community organizations to expand educational opportunities for students.
  • Chaired committees focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion within the academic environment.

Intervention Specialist

Lorain City Schools
08.2015 - 07.2018
  • Designed, planned and implemented math, reading, writing and social skills lessons for small groups of varying skill levels based on Ohio Common Core State Standards and the Ohio Common Core Extended Standards.
  • Created individual behavior plans and appropriate rewards and consequences.
  • Developed, wrote and lead IEP meetings with parents and other professionals.
  • Observe, plan, teach and assess practice to inform and modify instruction for classes with many levels of ability.
  • Created FBA and BIP for students Pre-K-5.
  • Met, planned and co-taught with teachers in grades K-5.

Education

Master of Arts - Master of Education in Educational Administration

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
09-2024

Mild/Moderate Intervention Specialist K-12

Baldwin Wallace University
Berea, Ohio
07-2011

Bachelor of Science - P-3 Elementary Education

Baldwin Wallace University
Berea, Ohio
12-2006

Skills

  • Collaborative teamwork
  • IEP development
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Strong collaboration skills
  • Inclusion strategies
  • Sensory integration techniques
  • Crisis intervention strategies
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Data collection and analysis

Accomplishments

Over the past eight years, I’ve taken great pride in helping strengthen our school community through a variety of initiatives. I’ve coordinated our "One School, One Book" program each year, including writing two successful endowment grants to support it. I also helped launch our current PTO, which has grown into a strong and supportive organization for families and staff. To promote engagement and literacy, I’ve organized "Books Are Fun" and hosted multiple family nights throughout the year. I’ve also led our Red Ribbon Week activities annually, reinforcing important school-wide messages around health and safety. One of my proudest contributions has been designing and implementing our current dismissal procedure, which significantly improved student and staff safety at the end of each day.

Certification

  • Current Reading Endorsement (P-3)
  • Licensed Intervention Specialist - 2011 through Current
  • Licensed P-3 Elementary Education - 2007 through Current

Timeline

Dean of Scholar and Family Engagement

Lorain City Schools
08.2018 - 07.2020

Intervention Specialist

Lorain City Schools
08.2015 - Current

Intervention Specialist

Lorain City Schools
08.2015 - 07.2018

Master of Arts - Master of Education in Educational Administration

Grand Canyon University

Mild/Moderate Intervention Specialist K-12

Baldwin Wallace University

Bachelor of Science - P-3 Elementary Education

Baldwin Wallace University

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