Tiffany Morgan
Springfield School District
Springfield,OR
19
years of professional experience
Dedicated learning specialist with more than 15+ years experience as an Education Assistant and three years as an Elementary Learning Specialist with provisional licensure. Experience in managing student caseloads, developing IEPs, and delivering small-group instruction. Skilled in applying explicit teaching practices and utilizing data-driven progress monitoring to advance students' academic, social, and behavioral goals.
Work History
Learning Specialist - Provisional Licensure
1 Year 11 Months- Developed individualized education programs (IEPs) by analyzing student data, establishing measurable benchmarks, and identifying accommodations in compliance with state and federal regulations
- Coordinated diagnostic assessments and evaluations to determine student eligibility for special education services.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, teachers, parents and staff to document student needs and develop IEPs
- Developed lesson plans and delivered specialized instruction utilizing district-approved special education curriculum
- Facilitated small group instruction using explicit teaching practices
- Integrated the use of manipulatives, sensory tools, visual aids, and technology to reinforce learning concepts
- Utilized differentiated instruction to accommodate learning needs within the general education classroom setting.
- Evaluated student progress using data-based assessments to inform instruction and measure progress towards IEP goals
- Advocated for and ensured compliance with IEP accommodations and modifications across school settings
- Applied targeted intervention and de-escalation strategies to manage social, emotional, and behavioral challenges
- Developed behavioral goals aligned with school-wide PBIS frameworks with point cards to monitor daily progress
- Supervised the execution of state testing accommodations to ensure compliance with state testing regulations
- Documented student grades and attendance and developed student schedules
Educational Assistant
15 Years 9 Months- Partnered with Special Education teacher to plan and implement curriculum, supplemental learning materials, and behavioral interventions
- Assessed student academic abilities to identify emerging skills, learning goals, and determine small group placement
- Facilitated small group and individualized instruction in phonics, guided reading, writing, math, and social skills
- Administered assessments to evaluate student performance and progress towards IEP goals
- Supported classroom management by reinforcing positive behavior and student engagement
- Interfaced with general education teachers on differentiated instructional strategies and classroom support in the general education setting
- Ensured compliance with IEP accommodations and modifications within the general education setting
- Supervised students during arrival and dismissal, hallways transitions, lunch, and recreational activities
- Prepared instructional materials to support special education teacher
- Performed data entry tasks to document and monitor student progress, point card compliance, grades, attendance, and disciplinary actions
Education
Masters - Special Education Teacher - In Progress - Special Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Communication
- Minor: International Studies
- Dean's List
- 3.75 GPA
- Awarded Oregon Newspaper Association Scholarship
- Internships: Newspaper Reporter - The Register Guard and Tri-County News
Skills
IEP Development & Implementation
State and Federal Compliance
Knowledge of special education laws and regulations
Specially Designed Instruction (SDI)
Small Group Instruction
Caseload Management
Explicit Teaching Practices
Data Analysis & Assessment
Progress Monitoring
Behavioral & Social Support
Student Support
Behavioral & Social Support
Google Classroom
Synergy
SWIS
CBM
IReady
and State Testing Platforms
Special Education Curriculum: Phonics for Reading
Rewards
CAMS/STAMS
Connecting Math Concepts
Expressive Writing
Rewards Writing
Timeline
Learning Specialist - Provisional Licensure
Springfield School District
09.2024 - 08.2026Read More
Educational Assistant
Springfield School District - Thurston Middle School / Thurston Elementary School
09.2007 - 06.2023Read More
Western Governors University
Masters - Special Education Teacher - In Progress from Special Education
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University of Oregon
Bachelor of Arts from Journalism And Communication
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