Terri Tooner
Powder Springs,TN
Summary
With a robust background at Cobb County School District, I excel in educational diagnostics and program development, blending excellent communication with organizational skills. My achievements include enhancing special education services and fostering team collaboration, significantly improving student outcomes and teacher proficiency. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Diagnostician
Cobb County School District
07.2017 - Current
- Assess student progress and performance
- Interpret assessment data
- Provide post-assessment information to parents, teachers, and special education administrators
- Draft and present Special – Education eligibility reports
- Develop in-service training for teachers related to assessment and eligibility
- Serve as a resource for parents, teachers and administrators
Support & Services Administrator
Cobb County School District
07.2015 - 05.2017
- Served as the school leadership contact for matters pertaining to special student services; oversaw the articulation and enforcement of policies concerning Special Student Services
- Observed and evaluated special education staff
- Organized and implemented staff development for Special Education staff
- Scheduled, managed and oversaw Manifestation Determination Reviews for students with disabilities
- Oversaw FTE data collection and submission
- Attended all Special Education Eligibility and Annual IEP Review Meetings
- Oversaw Special Education scheduling
- Interviewed prospective Special Education teachers
- Trained/mentored new Special Education Teachers
Educational Program Specialist
Cobb County School District
07.2013 - 05.2015
- Served as the liaison between local schools and the CCSD Department of Special Student Services
- Provided instructional and behavioral support to special education instructional staff
- Conducted observations and analyzed instructional practices related to teacher professional growth and evaluation
- Planned and implemented professional development trainings for Special Education Teachers Services
- Oversaw the FTE process at local schools
Special Education Teacher
Cobb County School District
07.2008 - 05.2013
- Developed, implemented, monitored, and reviewed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies,
- Applied instructional knowledge and methods to deliver effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students
- Administered, on an ongoing basis, evaluations of student progress toward mastery of established goals and objectives
- Served as a resource to general education teachers of students with disabilities
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance
Elementary School Teacher
Miami – Dade Public Schools
12.2000 - 06.2008
- Planned for and provided instruction in core subjects of math, science, technology, and history
- Administered, on an ongoing basis, evaluations of student progress toward mastery of grade level standards
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments
Education
Ed.D - Special Education/ Educational Leadership
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL01-2018
Master of Science - Exceptional Student Education
Barry University
Miami, FL01-2006
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL01-2000
Skills
- Collaborative Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Professionalism
Timeline
Educational Diagnostician
Cobb County School District
07.2017 - Current
Support & Services Administrator
Cobb County School District
07.2015 - 05.2017
Educational Program Specialist
Cobb County School District
07.2013 - 05.2015
Special Education Teacher
Cobb County School District
07.2008 - 05.2013
Elementary School Teacher
Miami – Dade Public Schools
12.2000 - 06.2008
Ed.D - Special Education/ Educational Leadership
Nova Southeastern University
Master of Science - Exceptional Student Education
Barry University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Nova Southeastern University
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