Stacey Ganz
Coshocton,OH
Summary
Intervention Specialist with a proven track record at Coshocton Opportunity School, adept at developing individualized education plans and fostering parent-teacher collaboration. Skilled in behavior modification and student engagement, I effectively enhance learning experiences and empower students with diverse needs, ensuring alignment with IEP goals and promoting academic growth.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Intervention Specialist
Coshocton Opportunity School
Coshocton, OH
01.2021 - 11.2025
- Supported development of individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Assisted in implementing behavioral interventions to improve student engagement.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt curriculum for students with learning disabilities.
- Monitored student progress and documented behavioral and academic performance.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss student concerns and share insights on improvements.
- Built strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and interventions.
- Engaged in professional development workshops to refine intervention strategies.
- Provided support during classroom activities to enhance learning experiences.
Intervention Specialist
Coshocton City Schools
Coshocton, OH
09.2006 - 05.2022
- Promoted a positive learning environment by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily activities.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development, enhancing academic growth for all participants.
- Provided ongoing assessment of student progress, adjusting interventions as needed to optimize results.
- Increased student engagement through the use of differentiated instruction tailored to individual learning needs.
- Empowered students by teaching self-advocacy skills and promoting independence within the classroom setting.
- Improved overall classroom performance by providing targeted support for struggling students in various subjects.
- Ensured a smooth transition between grade levels and school settings for students with disabilities through careful planning and collaboration with stakeholders.
- Supported students with diverse needs, ensuring their academic progress aligned with IEP goals.
General Manager of Food Service
Dairy Queen
Columbus, OH W5th Ave.
09.1994 - 03.2003
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficient service delivery and adherence to food safety standards.
- Managed staff recruitment, training, and development to enhance team performance and retention.
- Implemented cost control measures that optimized inventory management and minimized waste.
- Developed marketing strategies that increased local brand awareness and customer engagement.
- Analyzed sales trends to adjust menu offerings, improving customer satisfaction and sales performance.
- Maintained compliance with health regulations through regular audits and staff training initiatives.
- Reduced food waste through better inventory management and portion control, leading to increased profitability.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing effective staff training and performance management programs.
- Optimized scheduling practices for efficient staffing levels during peak hours, reducing labor costs without sacrificing service quality.
- Cultivated an inclusive workplace culture that encouraged teamwork, promoted diversity, and supported professional growth opportunities for all employees.
- Boosted employee morale with regular team-building activities, improving communication and collaboration.
Education
MBA - Education
Muskingum University
New Concord, OH09-2006
Master of Arts - Fine Arts
Columbus College of Art And Design
Columbus, OH06-1996
Skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- IEP development
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Strong collaboration skills
- Student engagement
- Progress monitoring
- Positive reinforcement
- Learning strategies
- Teaching strategies
- Behavior modification
- Special education
- Inclusion practices
- Social skills training
- Adaptive learning
- Emotional support
- Comprehension of medical terminology
- Transition planning
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Special education background
- Mastery of intervention strategies
- Problem-solving skills
- Multitasking strength
- Intervention planning
- Team collaboration
- Individualized education plans
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Documentation
- Student evaluations
- Documentation and reporting
- Behavior modification techniques
- Social skills development
- Functional behavior assessments
- Differentiated instruction
- Faculty collaboration
Timeline
Intervention Specialist
Coshocton Opportunity School
01.2021 - 11.2025
Intervention Specialist
Coshocton City Schools
09.2006 - 05.2022
General Manager of Food Service
Dairy Queen
09.1994 - 03.2003
MBA - Education
Muskingum University
Master of Arts - Fine Arts
Columbus College of Art And Design