Theresa Linder
Maple Shade,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Coordinator with a proven track record at Tacony Academy Charter School, skilled in data collection and collaborative leadership. Expert in developing and implementing IEPs and behavior intervention plans, enhancing student outcomes through effective communication and inclusion strategies. Highly motivated to foster academic and social growth for students with diverse needs.
Special Education Professional with strong expertise in developing and implementing individualized education plans. Proven track record of effective team collaboration and flexibility to meet evolving needs. Adept at fostering inclusive learning environments, managing case loads, and ensuring compliance with educational standards. Known for reliability, strong communication skills, and results-driven approach.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Coordinator
Tacony Academy Charter School
Philadelphia, PA
07.2020 - Current
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Used IEP Writer to maintain student records and prepare reports.
- Interpreted and analyzed academic data to maintain student development and retention.
- Led and managed child study teams to develop academic and behavioral interventions to support students academically and socially.
- Maintained contact with parents to address concerns and needs of children.
- Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Maintained program files, records, databases and websites to gather research and prepare and submit reports.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate accommodations into lesson plans effectively.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on special education best practices and compliance requirements.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss student evaluations and intervention strategies.
- Established partnerships with external agencies to enhance support services for students with disabilities.
Behavior Technician
First Children Services
Cherry Hill, NJ
01.2017 - 03.2025
- Works directly with children diagnosed with autism and their family to implement behavior plans
- Works with child and family on goals set in plan
- Teaches new skills and manages behaviors
- Observes, takes data, and records progress
- Implemented behavior intervention plans to support individual client needs.
Behavior Specialist
Tacony Academy Charter School
Philadelphia, PA
07.2019 - 06.2020
- Conducted functional behavior assessments, preference assessments and assessments of basic learning and language skills to identify target behaviors and purpose of behaviors.
- Created and implemented Positive Behavior Support Plans
- Promoted positive interactions of children with ADHD, Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs and anecdotal notes.
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior intervention plans for students.
- Collaborated with educators to create inclusive classroom environments.
Special Education Teacher
Tacony Academy Charter School
1330 Rhawn Street, PA
08.2010 - 06.2019
- Created Individualized Education Plans and implemented them with fidelity
- Taught reading, language arts, math and social sciences in resource room setting
- Collaborated with Regular Education teachers to ensure students needs were being met
- Collected data on student goals
- Instructed students with disabilities, including Specific Learning Disabilities, Autism, and Intellectual Disabilities
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
Education
Master of Science - Psychology- Applied Behavior Analysis
Capella University
Minneapolis, Minnesota03-2020
Bachelor of Science - Elementary and Special Education
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA2010
Skills
- Data Collection
- Inclusion strategies
- Data Collection
- Detail oriented
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Natural Leader
- Parent-teacher communication
- Multi-Tasker
- Fast-Learner
- Highly Motivated
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Collaborative leadership
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Special Education Coordinator
Tacony Academy Charter School
07.2020 - Current
Behavior Specialist
Tacony Academy Charter School
07.2019 - 06.2020
Behavior Technician
First Children Services
01.2017 - 03.2025
Special Education Teacher
Tacony Academy Charter School
08.2010 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Elementary and Special Education
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Master of Science - Psychology- Applied Behavior Analysis
Capella University