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Stacy Kovar

Conroe,TX

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Adept at identifying optimal curricula, developing lesson plans and aligning instruction with current learning goals Good planner, problem-solver and analytical leader with strong attention to detail and sound judgment focused on continuous improvement. Decisive, practical and strategic in leading operations and teams.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Education Coordinator

Eating Recovery Center
10.2021 - Current
  • Maintained compliance with local, state, federal policies regarding education coordination through diligent record-keeping practices.
  • Represented educational program at meetings and conferences to serve as subject matter liaison for array of services and activities assigned.
  • Built relationships with external stakeholders, community organizations and donors to increase program scope.
  • Conducted conferences with parents and students to review progress, adjust academic plans, and renew enrollments.
  • Assessed student performance and utilized feedback to increase educational program success.
  • Facilitated strong connections between schools and community organizations by identifying partnership opportunities that enhanced program offerings for students.
  • Tracked educational program progress to identify strengths and opportunities.
  • Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and students by organizing informative meetings and distributing regular updates on program progress.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through effective classroom management strategies and fostering strong relationships with students.
  • Planned, formulated and assessed goals, policies, and activities designed to implement educational objectives and performance standards.
  • Served as a resource for parents seeking guidance on academic matters, fostering strong relationships between home and school environments.
  • Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
  • Collated feedback and performance data to create insightful program reports.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.

Special Education Teacher

Conroe ISD, Montgomery ISD
08.2007 - 05.2021
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Streamlined classroom processes by integrating technology tools such as interactive whiteboards and assistive devices designed for students with disabilities.
  • Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
  • Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
  • Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
  • Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
06.2025

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
12.1999

Skills

  • Self Motivation
  • Professional Demeanor
  • Time Management
  • Policy Implementation
  • Task Prioritization
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Assessment tools
  • Written Communication
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • At-Risk Student Intervention
  • Professionalism
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Organizational Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Student Support
  • Attention to Detail
  • Active Listening

Timeline

Education Coordinator

Eating Recovery Center
10.2021 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Conroe ISD, Montgomery ISD
08.2007 - 05.2021

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Texas A&M University
Stacy Kovar