Overview
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Education
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Susan Acord

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

University SPED Field Supervisor of Teacher Candid

Portland State University
12.2018 - Current
  • Supervised, coached, and supported Teacher Candidates at their assigned placement.


Contracted Employee/ Education Consultant

Oregon City School District
09.2012 - 06.2016

Mentor for New Teachers

Supervised New Programs in District

Supervised existing Alternative Programs in District.

Case Manager Coordinator

Oregon City School District
08.2006 - 06.2012
  • Conducted thorough assessments of students' needs, strengths, and risks to develop appropriate interventions and support services.
  • Facilitated multidisciplinary team meetings for comprehensive educational planning.
  • Collaborated with various support professionals, teachers, administrators, and counselors to provide educational services to students with IEPs.
  • Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
  • Achieved positive student outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive education plans.

Learning Specialist

Oregon City School District
08.1997 - 06.2006
  • Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
  • Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance.
  • Implemented innovative teaching techniques to keep students engaged and motivated throughout the learning process.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving exercises into daily lessons, better preparing students for real-life challenges beyond academia.

Behavioral Specialist

Oregon City School District
08.1984 - 06.1997
  • Developed positive relationships with students, fostering trust and encouraging growth in social skills.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices to decrease negative behaviors and increase pro-social skills in students.
  • Reduced instances of classroom disruptions through proactive behavioral interventions.
  • Coordinated community resources for families, connecting them with relevant support services as needed.

Learning Specialist

Molalla School District
08.1980 - 06.1984

Special Education Teacher

LaMoure School District
08.1979 - 05.1980

Education

Master of Science - Education

Portland State University
Portland, OR
08.1986

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

Moorhead State University
Moorhead, MN
05.1979

Skills

  • Case Management
  • Organization and Multitasking
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Relationship Building

Timeline

University SPED Field Supervisor of Teacher Candid

Portland State University
12.2018 - Current

Contracted Employee/ Education Consultant

Oregon City School District
09.2012 - 06.2016

Case Manager Coordinator

Oregon City School District
08.2006 - 06.2012

Learning Specialist

Oregon City School District
08.1997 - 06.2006

Behavioral Specialist

Oregon City School District
08.1984 - 06.1997

Learning Specialist

Molalla School District
08.1980 - 06.1984

Special Education Teacher

LaMoure School District
08.1979 - 05.1980

Master of Science - Education

Portland State University

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

Moorhead State University
Susan Acord