Tara Ross
Marysville
Summary
Experienced Empathetic Intervention Specialist with a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by individuals with special needs. Strong background in education, honing skills over 7 years to address developmental issues. Unwavering commitment to building trust with children and their families as a driving force for success. Excels in data analysis, collaboration, and advocating for comprehensive student services.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Intervention Specialist
North Union Local Schools
07.2019 - Current
- Established trusting and friendly relationships with parents and colleagues.
- Improved behaviors through modeling, role-playing and other effective strategies.
- Developed intervention plans based on established guidelines and individual data analysis.
- Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
- Wrote and delivered customized instruction to individual students and groups.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
Intervention Specialist
Mount Gilead Exempted Village Schools
05.2018 - 07.2019
- Offered guidance and support to families of children with disabilities or developmental challenges.
- Implemented tracking tools to evaluate successes and areas in need of improvement.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
- Enhanced knowledge by attending training and adopting new technologies.
- Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
- Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
- Engaged students with specialized play and educational activities to boost learning.
- Implemented positive discipline strategies to manage student behavior and build relationships.
Front Desk Attendant
Kinsale Golf Club
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Attended to front office needs by greeting visitors and providing assistance.
- Managed customer transactions, prepared daily deposits, updated files, processed registrations and maintained public records.
- Reported facility and room maintenance problems to appropriate personnel for immediate remediation.
- Took reservations over phone, in person, and via computer for guests and provided confirmation information.
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Maintained clean and organized front desk areas to uphold polished company image.
Education
Principal Licensure Program -
University of Dayton
04.2025
Post-Degree Certificate - Hearing Intervention Specialist
Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, OH08.2023
Master of Arts - Intervention Mild/Moderate
Otterbein
Westerville, OH04.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Speech and Hearing Science
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH12.2013
Skills
- Experience In Special Education
- Building Leadership Team
- MTSS Champion
- Trauma-Aware Approach
- Effective Advocate
- Relationship building and networking
Awards
- Dean's List
- KDP Honor Society Member
Timeline
Intervention Specialist
North Union Local Schools
07.2019 - Current
Intervention Specialist
Mount Gilead Exempted Village Schools
05.2018 - 07.2019
Front Desk Attendant
Kinsale Golf Club
01.2018 - 08.2018
Principal Licensure Program -
University of Dayton
Post-Degree Certificate - Hearing Intervention Specialist
Shawnee State University
Master of Arts - Intervention Mild/Moderate
Otterbein
Bachelor of Arts - Speech and Hearing Science
The Ohio State University
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