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Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Interrelated Specialist/Educator
Dekalb County Schools
01.2024 - Current
Instruct K-5 grade curriculum, design and develop programs to meet the academic, intellectual and social needs of students
Develop, execute, and actively monitor new strategies, goals, Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and accommodations for Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs) to keep students actively engaged in specific modality learning experiences
Lead teachers in the planning and development of student Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
Successfully increased students with Disabilities (SWD) test scores from 60% to 75% passing range within a 10-month calendar year, improving their scores by 15%
Utilize assessment data to make instructional decisions, differentiate instruction and provide intervention and/or acceleration for the purpose of improving academic performance
Student Support Facilitator
Henry County School System
01.2021 - 01.2024
Analyze Exceptional Student Education data to lead professional development sessions to improve measurable goals, instructional strategies for teachers and provide feedback to the leadership team
Coordinate data collection for required system, state, and federal reporting, including but not limited to FTE, Student Records, and Postsecondary Surveys
Work directly with school leadership to ensure that efforts aimed at school improvement are fully aligned with Henry County's Plan of Action for Student Achievement
Support the optimization of students with disabilities by reviewing staff, students and the school's master schedule
Develop and execute specialized instructional approaches to address diverse student needs in accordance with Henry County's best practices
Lead training sessions on IEP development, eligibility, lesson planning, and effective co-teaching strategies
Provide leadership in the development and evaluation of departmental goals, recommending strategic teacher assignments to enhance the school special education program efficiency
Assist with budget planning ensuring it aligns with educational priorities
Instruct K-5 grade curriculum, design and develop programs to meet the academic, intellectual and social needs of students
Develop, execute, and actively monitor new strategies, goals, Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and accommodations for Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs) to keep students actively engaged in specific modality learning experiences
Lead teachers in the planning and development of student Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
Successfully increased students with Disabilities (SWD) test scores from 60% to 75% passing range within a 10-month calendar year, improving their scores by 15%
Utilize assessment data to make instructional decisions, differentiate instruction and provide intervention and/or acceleration for the purpose of improving academic performance
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona
06.2008
Bachelor of Science - Natural Sciences
Spelman College
Atlanta, Georgia
05.1991
Skills
Interpersonal skills
Communication skills
Relationship building
Resourcefulness
Goal-driven
Versatility
Professionalism
Accomplishments
Multi-talented, enthusiastic, and compassionate professional committed to maximizing professional potential.
Dedicated, resourceful, and goal-driven professional. An accommodating and versatile individual with the ability to develop inspiring professionalism among all people.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills necessary to establish meaningful relationships with stakeholders.