Stacey Wooster
Reading,MA
Summary
Accomplished Special Education teacher and former Building Coordinator with a proven track record of ensuring compliance with IDEA and state regulations. Recognized as the 2011 Special Education Teacher of the Year in New Hampshire, excelling in Positive Behavior Support and leadership. Demonstrates exceptional skills in coordinating educational programs, mentoring staff, and fostering an inclusive learning environment that promotes student success. Committed to advocating for students' needs while collaborating effectively with families and educational professionals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Dyslexia Practitioner 2
Children's Dyslexia Center
03.2025 - Current
- Applied Orton-Gillingham methodology to provide multisensory structured language education. Facilitated systematic, diagnostic, and prescriptive instruction for diverse learning needs. Utilized simultaneous multisensory techniques to introduce key concepts effectively. Guided children in word analysis through both synthetic and analytic methods.
- Facilitated one-on-one tutoring sessions to enhance reading and comprehension skills.
Special Education Consultant
Southeastern Regional Education Service Center
07.2024 - Current
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and inform instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with educators to implement effective teaching methods for special education students.
- Provided training workshops for teachers on special education regulations and best practices.
- Provided specialized instruction in various subject areas, addressing unique learning challenges and promoting academic growth.
- Supported teachers in adapting their teaching methods to accommodate the specific needs of special education students.
- Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessment measures, adjusting educational goals and strategies as needed.
- Contributed to an inclusive school culture by modeling empathy, respect, and acceptance of all students'' abilities.
- Conducted evaluations on potential candidates requiring special education services within the school district.
Special Education Building Coordinator
Sanborn Regional School district
07.2020 - 06.2024
- Ensured compliance with IDEA procedures and timelines mandated by State regulations, including the implementation of the NH Rules for the Education with Disabilities and RSA 186-C by keeping abreast of state and federal education regulations and laws.
- Coordinate and attend Referral, Evaluation and IEP meetings as the LEA representative at team meetings.
- Assist case managers with the coordination of all special education support services including paraprofessional staffing schedules, student monitoring, and training.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers, special education staff, and administrators to monitor programs and coordinate instruction.
- Mentored professional staff.
- Administer standardized ability and achievement tests and interpret results to determine students' strengths and areas of need.
- Administer standardized ability and achievement tests to kindergarten or elementary students with special needs.
- Interpret the results of standardized tests to determine students' strengths and areas of need.
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, or other professionals to develop individual education plans (IEPs) designed to promote students' educational, physical, or social development.
- Collaborate with parents, guardians, teachers, counselors, or administrators to resolve students' behavioral or academic problems.
- Instruct special needs students in academic subjects, using a variety of techniques, such as phonetics, multisensory learning, or repetition to reinforce learning and meet students' varying needs.
- Served as Liaison between the special Education Director and the special education staff.
- Served as Local Education Agency (LEA) Representative at all team meetings regarding students in the building.
- Served as Preschool Coordinator and Out of District Coordinator for the Elementary school.
- Assisted case managers in maintaining records on special education students in an appropriate manner.
- Provided support to administration and staff by responding to students who were in crisis.
- Mentored professional staff.
Special Education Teacher
Lamprey River Elementary School
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Modify the general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and instructional technology.
- Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement.
- Collaborate with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and professionals to develop individual educational plans designed to promote students' educational, physical, and social development.
- Maintain accurate and complete student records, and prepare reports on children and activities, as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
- Coordinate placement of students with special needs into mainstream classes.
- Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs.
- Administer standardized ability and achievement tests and interpret results to determine students' strengths and areas of need.
Student Support Coordinator
Lamprey River Elementary School
07.2014 - 01.2020
- Collaborated with faculty to create individualized learning plans for at-risk students, leading to improved performance.
- Implemented strategies to address behavioral issues, promoting positive school culture.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on effective student support techniques.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement and intervention.
- Mentored new staff members, fostering a supportive team atmosphere and professional growth.
- Conducted professional development sessions for teachers on topics related to supporting at-risk students effectively within the classroom setting.
- Promoted positive behavior among students by modeling respect, empathy, and effective problem-solving skills in all interactions.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting support strategies as needed to meet individual needs.
- Enhanced student support by developing and implementing targeted intervention strategies.
- Preschool and Out of District Coordinator.
Special Education Teacher
Iber Holmes Gove Middle School
10.2002 - 06.2014
- Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance classroom engagement.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support student progress and well-being.
- Utilized assistive technology tools to support diverse learning requirements among students.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Advocated for rights and needs of students with special education requirements, ensuring access to appropriate resources and accommodations.
Education
Master of Education - Learning Disabilities
05-2006
General Special Education Certification - Special Education
05-2005
B.S. - Hospitality Management
05-1989
Skills
- Positive Behavior Support System
- Student Intervention Team (SIT) and Leadership
- Life Space Crisis Intervention (LSCI)
- Special Education Law
- Experienced Educator Certificate
- Educational technology
- Parent communication
- Student advocacy
- Instructional support
- Inclusion strategies
- Team building and leadership
- Collaborative Problem-solving
Certification
- 2011 Special Education Teacher of the Year, NH
- Life Space Crisis Intervention (LSCI)
- Educator Evaluation Course
- Lively Letters full training
- Special Education Law
- CPI Instructor Certification Program
- Experienced Educator Certificate
- General Special Education
- Learning Disabilities Specialist
- Orton-Gillingham Certified Dyslexia Practitioner - Level 2
Timeline
Dyslexia Practitioner 2 - Children's Dyslexia Center
03.2025 - Current
Special Education Consultant - Southeastern Regional Education Service Center
07.2024 - Current
Special Education Building Coordinator - Sanborn Regional School district
07.2020 - 06.2024
Special Education Teacher - Lamprey River Elementary School
01.2020 - 06.2020
Student Support Coordinator - Lamprey River Elementary School
07.2014 - 01.2020
Special Education Teacher - Iber Holmes Gove Middle School
10.2002 - 06.2014
RIVIER COLLEGE - Master of Education, Learning Disabilities
Rivier College - General Special Education Certification, Special Education
JOHNSON & WALES COLLEGE - B.S., Hospitality Management