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Rebecca Ray

Madisonville

Summary

Dynamic educational diagnostician with extensive experience at St. Tammany Parish Public Schools, specializing in developing individualized education plans and advocating for student needs. Proficient in curriculum development and effective communication, I excel in fostering partnerships among educators and parents to enhance student outcomes. Certified in special education and early intervention.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Educational Diagnostician

St. Tammany Parish Public Schools
Covington
07.2022 - Current
  • Conducted comprehensive evaluations for students with suspected disabilities.
  • Developed individualized education plans in collaboration with teachers and parents.
  • Administered standardized assessments to measure student learning and development.
  • Provided training and support to educators on diagnostic tools and strategies.
  • Coordinated interdisciplinary meetings to discuss student needs and interventions.
  • Analyzed evaluation results to inform instructional practices and interventions.
  • Maintained detailed records of assessments and student progress reports.
  • Advocated for students' educational rights within the school system.
  • Counseled parents on how they can help their child achieve better academic outcomes at home.
  • Utilized technology tools such as PowerSchool or Google Classroom to track student attendance and progress over time.
  • Served as an advocate for students who have been identified as needing additional supports within the classroom setting.
  • Collaborated with special education staff to develop Individual Education Plans.
  • Reviewed existing research literature pertaining to educational diagnosis and made suggestions for implementation within the district.
  • Researched new technologies available that could be used to assist students in meeting their educational goals.
  • Participated in district initiatives such as Response To Intervention programs or Positive Behavior Support Systems.
  • Analyzed results of formal testing procedures used to diagnose specific learning disabilities or other conditions.
  • Attended case conferences and team meetings as necessary to discuss a student's current status or plan for future interventions.
  • Worked closely with special education teachers and related service providers to ensure that all required services were being provided.
  • Promoted parent and teacher partnerships and communications to support students' educational goals.
  • Interpreted and reported on test results and discussed findings with teachers, administrators and caregivers.

Special Education Teacher

Jefferson Parish Public School System
Gretna
08.2006 - 07.2022
  • Utilized sign language to communicate with non-verbal children, providing comfort and encouragement.
  • Created tailored strategies through differentiated instruction for special needs children.
  • Taught reading, language arts, and social sciences in a self-contained ED and LD classroom.
  • Designed and implemented a point system to promote positive behavior among students.
  • Redirected students' behavior using Positive Behavior Support (PBS) and Conscious Discipline (CD).
  • Coordinated schedules for special education students and teacher assistants with the master schedule.
  • Led activities fostering physical, emotional, and social development of students.
  • Provided individual support to students while ensuring group engagement.

Special Education Teacher

Archdiocese of New Orleans
08.2001 - 10.2005
  • Taught reading, language arts and social sciences in a self-contained Mild/Moderate Special Education Classroom.
  • Implemented and taught a life skills program.
  • Designed and implemented a point system to encourage positive behavior. Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with the master schedule. Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
  • Physically and verbally interacted with students throughout the day.
  • Organized instruction material, including constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
  • Attended monthly staff training sessions.

Education

Master of Arts - Special Education

Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA
01.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education

University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
01.2000

Skills

  • Certified in special education
  • Certified in early intervention
  • CLASS observer certification
  • National Council of Teachers membership
  • Expertise in special needs support
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Knowledge of Louisiana Common Core standards
  • Understanding of IEPs
  • Effective communication skills
  • Curriculum development expertise

Certification

  • Early Intervention ages Birth to Five. Mild/Moderate Special Education for Grades First to Twelfth.
  • Significant Disabilities Special Education Certification for all grade levels.
  • Educational Diagnostician

Timeline

Educational Diagnostician

St. Tammany Parish Public Schools
07.2022 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Jefferson Parish Public School System
08.2006 - 07.2022

Special Education Teacher

Archdiocese of New Orleans
08.2001 - 10.2005

Master of Arts - Special Education

Southeastern Louisiana University

Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education

University of New Orleans

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