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Susan J. Marshall

Newark

Summary

Experienced in tailoring and implementing programs to meet the specific needs of individuals, my professional career focuses on addressing the unique challenges faced by children, young adults with autism, and individuals with severe cognitive impairments. With a deep understanding of their special requirements, I have developed and executed successful programs that promote growth and development. My expertise in this field has consistently made a positive impact on the lives of those I work with, fostering independence and enhancing overall quality of life.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Training and Development Specialist

Spectrum Works
03.2024 - Current

Autism Specialist

Newark Public Schools
05.2006 - 06.2022

My experience includes:

  • Collaboration with principals, parents, related service providers related to Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis to meet students needs at all functional levels, with varied teaching methodologies, and on evidence based practices that promote engagement and learning.
  • Set-up and present continuing education programs for teachers and aides in special education programs
  • Provide behavioral support for teachers in the autism and cognitively impaired programs
  • Conducted ongoing research on evidence-based practices in autism intervention, to ensure the most effective strategies were utilized in student behavior plans.

Behavior Specialist

Morris-Union Jointure Commission
01.2002 - 01.2006
  • Trained teachers and paraprofessionals in the implementation of discrete trial
  • Developed classroom and home behavior plans for students with autism and severe cognitive impairment
  • Prepared IEPs for students and reviewed progress on an on-going basis
  • Prepared and presented workshops throughout the school year for professional and non-professional staff pertaining to curriculum, individual programming, data books and turn keying pertinent information from professional meetings and workshops
  • Held weekly staff meetings for teachers and related service personnel, reviewed progress of students and followed-up on behavior plans

Teacher of self-contained program for students with autism

Nut Swamp School
01.1996 - 01.2002
  • Teach students from age 5-12 years of age
  • Write IEP goals and objectives
  • Design, implement and monitor behavior plans
  • Plan mainstream programs for all cognitive, social and emotional levels
  • Train paraprofessional staff in discrete trial and data collection
  • Consult and collaborate on a program-wide basis re: new programs, materials, class placements and individual behavior plans

Education

Master of Arts - Autism And Applied Behavior Analysis

Ball State University
Muncie, IN
08-2018

Doctoral Program - Behavior Disorders

Teachers College, Columbia University
01.2002

B.S. - Teacher of the Handicapped and Elementary Education

Monmouth University
West Long Branch, New Jersey
01.1995

Skills

  • Effective Communication Skills
  • Coaching and Mentoring Experience
  • Soft Skills Training
  • Evidence-Based Teaching Strategies
  • Parent training
  • Data-Driven Program Planning
  • Collaborative Behavior Plan Development
  • ,Interfacing with families regarding home concerns

Certification

  • New Jersey Teacher of the Handicapped
  • New Jersey Elementary Teacher K-5

Timeline

Training and Development Specialist

Spectrum Works
03.2024 - Current

Autism Specialist

Newark Public Schools
05.2006 - 06.2022

Behavior Specialist

Morris-Union Jointure Commission
01.2002 - 01.2006

Teacher of self-contained program for students with autism

Nut Swamp School
01.1996 - 01.2002

Doctoral Program - Behavior Disorders

Teachers College, Columbia University

B.S. - Teacher of the Handicapped and Elementary Education

Monmouth University

Master of Arts - Autism And Applied Behavior Analysis

Ball State University
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