- Multi-Tiered Systems of Support Framework and Implementation
Stephanie Burger
South Bend,IN
Summary
Dynamic education professional with extensive experience, adept at coordinating assessments and advocating for students with disabilities. Proven ability to develop tailored intervention plans and foster team collaboration, ensuring compliance with special education regulations. Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to student engagement drive successful outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director of Special Education
Plymouth Community Schools
07.2024 - 10.2025
- Coordinated and met routinely with external agencies to secure additional resources and support services for students.
- Collaborated with exceptional learner staff to modify curriculum materials, enabling students with disabilities to access grade-level content.
- Coordinated and monitored comprehensive assessments for new referrals, identifying appropriate placement options based on each student''s unique profile.
- Supported and guided school personnel on best practices for special education.
- Assisted in developing district-wide policies related to special education programming that aligned with best practice standards in the field.
- Provided ongoing supervision and mentorship to professionals working in the department, promoting a positive work environment focused on student success.
- Contributed to district-level committees to support needs of students on IEPs.
- Coordinated special education services through frequent principal collaboration and consultation.
- Coordinated staff evaluations for special education personnel.
- Facilitated the LENA project within the four preschool settings and outside preschools.
School Psychologist
Plymouth Community School
10.2022 - 10.2025
- Led staff and faculty training and development to support program objectives related to Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS).
- Selected, administered and scored psychological tests.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to monitor progress and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions for continuous improvement.
- Compiled and interpreted students' test results along with information from teachers and parents to diagnose conditions and assess eligibility for special services.
- Led multidisciplinary teams as all education leves from preschool through 12th grade.
- Streamlined referral processes for special education services, ensuring timely support for students with additional needs.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for students with complex needs.
- Enhanced crisis intervention protocols, leading to more effective management of emergency situations. - Attended PREPaRE Workshops 1 & 2 with Director of Security
- Conducted comprehensive psychological assessments to identify students' needs, facilitating tailored support plans.
- Observed students in classroom and play environments.
- Supported students' transition to higher education by offering guidance and psychological assessments that informed their educational choices.
- Optimized individualized education plans by incorporating psychological insights, leading to more effective learning strategies.
- Developed and maintained collaborative relationships with external agencies to expand resources available for student support.
- Facilitated transitions between Autism centers and Plymouth Community Schools.
- Built positive and productive relationships with students, parents, and educators.
- Met all state timelines.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation in accordance with state regulations, ensuring confidentiality and ethical practices across all professional activities.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Conducted functional behavioral assessments to identify underlying causes of challenging behaviors and create effective behavior intervention plans accordingly.
School Psychologist
John Glenn School Corporation
08.2020 - 10.2022
- Conducted comprehensive student assessments to evaluate cognitive, emotional, and social development.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create and review individualized intervention strategies.
- Maintained accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and student outcomes.
- Conducted functional behavioral assessments to identify underlying causes of challenging behaviors and create effective behavior intervention plans accordingly.
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic and mental health needs.
- Conducted comprehensive psychological assessments to identify students' needs, facilitating tailored support plans.
- Selected, administered and scored psychological tests.
- Facilitated Case Conference Committee meets, relaying education evaluation data and summaries in understandable terms.
School Psychologist
Penn Harris Madison Schools
08.2015 - 08.2020
- Provided individual counseling services to support students facing academic and personal challenges.
- Designed and led group therapy sessions focused on social skills development and peer relationships.
- Assisted teachers in managing classroom behaviors through targeted support and communication.
- Established rapport with students to foster a safe and trusting environment for counseling.
- Provided consultation services to teachers regarding classroom management and student needs.
- Conducted group and individual counseling sessions for key issues.
- Led staff and faculty training and development to support program objectives.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation in accordance with state regulations, ensuring confidentiality and ethical practices across all professional activities.
- Utilized formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
- Improved student well-being by conducting comprehensive psychological assessments and creating tailored intervention plans.
- Completed required documentation and reports for compliance and treatment planning.
- Observed students in classroom and play environments.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to monitor progress and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions for continuous improvement.
- Compiled and interpreted students' test results along with information from teachers and parents to diagnose conditions and assess eligibility for special services.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for students with complex needs.
- Streamlined referral processes for special education services, ensuring timely support for students with additional needs.
- Conducted comprehensive student assessments to evaluate cognitive, emotional, and social development.
- Conducted functional behavioral assessments to identify underlying causes of challenging behaviors and create effective behavior intervention plans accordingly.
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic and mental health needs.
- Conducted comprehensive psychological assessments to identify students' needs, facilitating tailored support plans.
- Selected, administered and scored psychological tests.
School Psychologist
Joint Services for Special Education - School City of Mishawaka & Penn Harris Madison School Corp.
08.2012 - 08.2015
- Selected, administered and scored psychological tests.
- Conducted comprehensive psychological assessments to identify students' needs, facilitating tailored support plans.
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic and mental health needs.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Conducted functional behavioral assessments to identify underlying causes of challenging behaviors and create effective behavior intervention plans accordingly.
- Conducted comprehensive student assessments to evaluate cognitive, emotional, and social development.
- Streamlined referral processes for special education services, ensuring timely support for students with additional needs.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for students with complex needs.
- Compiled and interpreted students' test results along with information from teachers and parents to diagnose conditions and assess eligibility for special services.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to monitor progress and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions for continuous improvement.
- Observed students in classroom and play environments.
- Completed required documentation and reports for compliance and treatment planning.
- Improved student well-being by conducting comprehensive psychological assessments and creating tailored intervention plans.
- Utilized formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation in accordance with state regulations, ensuring confidentiality and ethical practices across all professional activities.
- Provided consultation services to teachers regarding classroom management and student needs.
Education
Education Licensure - Director of Exceptional Education
Ball State University
Muncie, IN01-2020
Education Specialist - School Psychology
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Chicago, IL06-2012
Skills
- Understanding of special education regulations
- Student advocacy
- Disability awareness
- Assessment coordination
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Responsible and dependable
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Team collaboration
- Student engagement
- Self motivation
Certification
- School Psychologist License - State of Indiana (02/12/2024 - 02/12/2029)
- Director of Exceptional Needs License - State of Indiana (12/16/2024 - 12/16/2029)
Interests
Timeline
Assistant Director of Special Education
Plymouth Community Schools
07.2024 - 10.2025
School Psychologist
Plymouth Community School
10.2022 - 10.2025
School Psychologist
John Glenn School Corporation
08.2020 - 10.2022
School Psychologist
Penn Harris Madison Schools
08.2015 - 08.2020
School Psychologist
Joint Services for Special Education - School City of Mishawaka & Penn Harris Madison School Corp.
08.2012 - 08.2015
Education Licensure - Director of Exceptional Education
Ball State University
Education Specialist - School Psychology
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology