Tracy Pluchak
Hampton
Summary
Dedicated and student-focused Special Education Administrator & Team Chair with over 10 years of experience in leading special education programs, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, and fostering inclusive learning environments. Proven ability to collaborate with educators, families, and stakeholders, to develop and implement effective IEP's interventions, strategies, and professional development initiatives. Passionate about equity in education and committed to ensuring that all students receive the support they need to succeed.
Talented Administrator highly successful at motivating teams and streamlining operations. Analytical problem solver and persuasive communicator with talent for thinking outside box for creative solutions.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrator Special Education - Team Chair
Reading Public Schools
10.2022 - Current
- Lead and oversee special education programs across multiple school buildings, ensuring compliance with IDEA, Section 504, and state regulations.
- Supervise and support special education teachers, related service providers, and paraprofessionals to enhance instructional practices.
- Develop and implement IEP's and individualized support plans, collaborating with teams to ensure student success.
- Facilitate manifestation determination meetings and ensure proper adherence to discipline policies for students with disabilities.
- Design and deliver professional development for staff on topics such as differentiated instruction, compliance, New IEP, and inclusive practices.
- Act as a liaison between families, staff, and community agencies to ensure strong communication and student-centered decision-making.
Special Education Team Chair
Malden Public Schools
08.2017 - 10.2022
- Managed and facilitated IEP meetings, ensuring all stakeholders were engaged in the development and implementation of student plans.
- Provided leadership in progress monitoring, data analysis, and instructional decision-making for students receiving specialized services.
- Ensured legal compliance with state and federal special education laws, assisting in due process hearing and mediation when necessary.
- Developed and introduced Dr. Orkin's Reading Graphic Organizer and other tools to support literacy development for students with disabilities.
- Strengthened relationships with families and staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and shared decision-making.
Special Education Team Chair/Teacher
Lawrence Public Schools
08.2010 - 08.2015
- Instructional Leadership Team Member-design, implement, assess, monitor, coordinate staff meetings around instructional areas
- Response to Intervention Coordinator-design, incorporate, assess RTI model for implementation in a middle school with a focus on building academics and decreasing behaviors
- Stakeholders Group -Leonard Middle School (DESE Level 4 Status)
- Inclusion /Resource room special education teacher
- Sontag Urban Educator's Award for excellence in teaching 2012-2014
Teacher K-2
Lowell Community Charter Public School
08.2003 - 08.2010
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies - Human Development & Special Needs
Lesley University
Cambridge, MAAssociate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Wheelock College
Boston, MAMaster's of Education - Curriculum & Instruction
Sothern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH01-2024
Master's of Education - School Leadeship
American International College
Springfield Ma 05-2015
Skills
Special Education Leadership & Compliance
✔ IEP Development & Implementation
✔ MTSS & Data-Driven Decision Making
✔ Professional Development & Coaching
✔ Student-Centered Program Development
✔ Conflict Resolution & Family Engagement
✔ Budget & Resource Allocation
✔ Multi-Building & District-Level Collaboration
Certification
Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education *Special Education Administrator -All Levels Initial *Principal /Assistant Principal Pre-K -6 Initial *Moderate Disabilities Pre-K -8 Initial & Initial Extension *Moderate Disabilities 5-12 Initial *Elementary 1-6 *SEI Teacher Endorsement
Timeline
Administrator Special Education - Team Chair
Reading Public Schools
10.2022 - Current
Special Education Team Chair
Malden Public Schools
08.2017 - 10.2022
Special Education Team Chair/Teacher
Lawrence Public Schools
08.2010 - 08.2015
Teacher K-2
Lowell Community Charter Public School
08.2003 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies - Human Development & Special Needs
Lesley University
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Wheelock College
Master's of Education - Curriculum & Instruction
Sothern New Hampshire University
Master's of Education - School Leadeship
American International College
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