Teresa Illgen
Mount Juliet,TN
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Interventionist
Wilson County Schools
Mt Juliet, TN
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Developed Individual Education Programs for each student to address educational needs and objectives.
- Assessed student progress to ensure goals were being met on an individual basis.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, administrators and other professionals to develop strategies for meeting the needs of special education students.
- Advised staff members on the implementation of accommodations required by IEPs.
- Created lesson plans based on individual student IEPs that focused on academic achievement goals.
- Established positive relationships with families of special education students.
Special Education Interventionist
Metro-Davidson County Schools
Nashville, TN
08.2015 - 12.2023
- Same as above
Special Education Interventionist
Wilson County Schools
Mt. Juliet, TN
08.2012 - 05.2015
- Same as above
Special Education- Behavior Interventionist
Metro-Davidson County Schools
Nashville, TN
08.2011 - 05.2012
- Collaborated with school staff, parents, and community stakeholders to create a safe learning environment for all students.
- Implemented de-escalation techniques when needed to reduce stress levels among students displaying challenging behaviors.
- Monitored student behavior and kept detailed logs of observations throughout the day.
- Developed and implemented behavior plans to promote positive behaviors in students.
- Conducted functional behavioral assessments to identify the function of problem behaviors.
- Educated teachers on best practices for working with students exhibiting challenging behaviors.
- Performed crisis prevention and intervention duties as needed including physical restraint if necessary.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Metro-Davidson County Schools
Nashville, TN
10.2010 - 05.2011
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Organized instructional materials for use in the classroom setting.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Instructed small groups of students in alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
Behavior Intervention Specialist
Youth Villages
Nashville, TN
03.2000 - 12.2003
- Served as a liaison between schools and community agencies related to mental health services for youth with challenging behaviors.
- Monitored student behavior using data collection systems and provided feedback to teachers on effectiveness of interventions implemented.
- Implemented de-escalation protocols when necessary to help keep students safe while managing their challenging behaviors.
- Trained foster parents
Preschool Director
First Baptist Church Child Development Center
Nashville, TN
08.1998 - 06.2000
- Assisted teachers with developing age-appropriate curricula that meets all state standards for early childhood education programs.
- Actively participated in community outreach initiatives aimed at promoting the school's mission.
- Provided guidance to teachers on lesson planning and instructional strategies that would lead to better learning outcomes among students.
- Handled admission and placement of new students.
- Monitored compliance with state, federal and company regulations, standards and requirements.
- Oversaw the hiring of qualified staff members, including teachers and classroom aides.
School Psychologist
Contracted Services
Wilson Co, Dickson Co, Smith Co., TN
08.1992 - 06.1998
- Conducted cognitive assessments for preK-12 grade students.
- Conducted achievement measures for preK-12 grade students.
- Conducted assessments of student mental health needs and provided recommendations for interventions.
- Developed/wrote psycho-educational evaluations.
- Chaired IEP meetings with parents, administrators, and educators.
- Participated in IEP team meetings to coordinate services across multiple agencies serving students with special needs.
- Provided consultation services to school staff regarding effective strategies for addressing student behaviors in the classroom setting.
- Utilized data collection methods such as interviews, observations, and review of records to develop comprehensive reports on students' academic performance.
- Coordinated development of students Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) with related services providers (SLP, PT, OT)
School Psychologist
Wilson County Schools - Gladeville Elementary School
Lebanon, TN
08.1988 - 05.1992
- Staff school psychologist
- Assigned schools across district
- Responsibilities same as above for contracted psychologist
Behavioral Psychologist
Outwood ResCare
Dawson Springs, KY
06.1986 - 07.1988
- Conducted psychological evaluations to diagnose psychological disorders, mental health issues, and social/emotional concerns.
- Developed treatment plans based on clinical assessment findings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams in order to provide comprehensive care for clients.
- Trained staff on clinic standards, behavoral treatment plans, and data collection.
- Developed crisis intervention plans for clients at risk of self-harm or harming others.
- Documented all client interactions according to agency standards.
- Maintained detailed case notes and updated treatment plans as needed.
- Presented at company owned conferences in relation to behavioral management of individuals in-patient care
Education
Master of Arts - School Psychology
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN12-1988
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN05-1985
Skills
- Individual education planning
- Psychological assessments (cognitive, achievement, behavioral, social/emotional, Autism, ADHD)
- Lesson planning and implementation
- Data collection and analysis
- Progress monitoring
- Functional assessment techniques
- Behavior intervention strategies
- Strong parent communication
Timeline
Special Education Interventionist
Wilson County Schools
09.2024 - 05.2025
Special Education Interventionist
Metro-Davidson County Schools
08.2015 - 12.2023
Special Education Interventionist
Wilson County Schools
08.2012 - 05.2015
Special Education- Behavior Interventionist
Metro-Davidson County Schools
08.2011 - 05.2012
Special Education Paraprofessional
Metro-Davidson County Schools
10.2010 - 05.2011
Behavior Intervention Specialist
Youth Villages
03.2000 - 12.2003
Preschool Director
First Baptist Church Child Development Center
08.1998 - 06.2000
School Psychologist
Contracted Services
08.1992 - 06.1998
School Psychologist
Wilson County Schools - Gladeville Elementary School
08.1988 - 05.1992
Behavioral Psychologist
Outwood ResCare
06.1986 - 07.1988
Master of Arts - School Psychology
Austin Peay State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Austin Peay State University
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