Tayt Tolman
Glendale,AZ
Summary
Dynamic special education teacher with a proven record at Glendale Union High School District, utilizing data-driven practices to improve student outcomes. Expertise in intervention strategies and compliance led to a reduction of disciplinary incidents by over 30% in theprevious school. Fostered a positive school culture through effective communication and mentorship.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Special Education Teacher (Summer School)
Glendale Union High School District
Glendale, AZ
01.2016 - Current
- Deliver targeted math and English intervention instruction for special education students.
- Support new staff and assist with implementation of district intervention programs.
- Monitor and analyze student performance data to guide instruction.
- Maintain structured and positive learning environments.
Special Education Teacher / Head Wrestling Coach/Assistant Football, Softball Coach
Sunnyslope High School
Phoenix, AZ
07.2015 - Current
- Lead the design and implementation of rigorous, standards-based curriculum aligned to district expectations.
- Use student data to drive instruction, interventions, and program improvements.
- Facilitate IEP meetings, student study teams, and ensure full compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Train and support staff in intervention programs and instructional best practices.
- Maintain accurate systems for attendance, grading, and behavioral tracking.
- Collaborate with administration, counselors, and teachers to support school-wide initiatives.
- Participate in PLCs to analyze data and improve instructional outcomes.
- Leadership Highlights:
- Built and sustained a successful boys and girls wrestling program with over 80 kids per year.
- Developed booster program, fundraising systems, and managed budgets.
- Coordinated travel and logistics for 50+ student-athletes.
- Recruited and mentored 10+ coaching staff focused on student success.
Special Education Teacher / Head Wrestling Coach
Phoenix Union High School District
Phoenix, AZ
08.2012 - 05.2014
- Developed and implemented curriculum and behavior supports in a structured program setting.
- Used RTI strategies and progress monitoring to improve student outcomes.
- Reduced disciplinary incidents by over 30% through targeted behavior interventions.
- Built a competitive athletic program focused on student development.
Behavior Specialist / Team Lead
RISE Inc.
Salem, OR
01.2009 - 06.2012
- Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and developed Behavior Support Plans.
- Supervised and managed a team of 12 staff members.
- Collected and analyzed behavioral data to guide interventions.
- Managed program budgets and ensured compliance with state audits.
- Certified instructor in OIS and Red Cross First Aid/CPR.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01.2015
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education & Health
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR01.2004
Skills
- Data-informed practices
- Team effectiveness
- High-impact PLCs
- Student data
- Intervention strategies
- Instructional alignment
- Teacher performance
- Coaching
- Feedback
- Mentorship systems
- IEP compliance
- 504 compliance
- Service delivery
- Student access
- RTI/MTSS frameworks
- Progress monitoring systems
- Curriculum implementation
- Aligned instruction
- Academic growth
- Data-driven action plans
- Resource allocation
- Program effectiveness
- Strategic budgeting
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Microsoft Teams
- Nearpod
- Synergy SIS
- Let's Go Learn
- Computer skills
- Expertise
- Positive School Culture Builder
- Data-Driven Decision Maker
- Strong Communicator
- Relationship-Focused Leader
- Compliance & Systems-Oriented
- Data analysis
- Behavior intervention
- Student performance monitoring
- Intervention program implementation
- Staff training
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Leadership development
- District compliance
- Assessment administration
- Individual education plans (IEPs)
- Evidence-based assessment
- Positive role model
- Collaborative teamwork
- Special education
- Behavior modifications
- Social skills training
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Group and individual instruction
- Small group instruction
- Visual supports
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Social skills development
- Data collection
- Mathematics intervention
- Parent communications
- Lesson planning
- Instructional adaptation
- Emotional support
- De-escalation techniques
Management Technology
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Microsoft Teams
- Nearpod
- Synergy SIS
- Let’s Go Learn
Certification
Arizona Teaching Certificate Educator ID 4507857
Standard Professional Principal, PreK-12
Standard Professional Cross-Cat Spec Ed, K-12
Structured English Immersion Endorsement, PreK-12
Approved Areas:
Physical Education
Mathematics
History
Timeline
Special Education Teacher (Summer School)
Glendale Union High School District
01.2016 - Current
Special Education Teacher / Head Wrestling Coach/Assistant Football, Softball Coach
Sunnyslope High School
07.2015 - Current
Special Education Teacher / Head Wrestling Coach
Phoenix Union High School District
08.2012 - 05.2014
Behavior Specialist / Team Lead
RISE Inc.
01.2009 - 06.2012
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education & Health
Western Oregon University