Renata K Brown
Warner Robins
Summary
An accomplished and dynamic Special Education Instructional Coach with years of experience in driving professional growth and enhancing instructional practices within special education settings. Demonstrated expertise in providing targeted support and mentorship to educators, empowering them to effectively meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities. Proven track record of facilitating data-driven decision-making processes, designing and delivering tailored professional development workshops, and implementing evidence-based interventions to optimize student outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
PEC (Program for Exception Children) Instructional Coach
Bibb County School District
Macon
07.2022 - Current
- Design and deliver professional development sessions to enhance the knowledge and skills of special education teachers and support staff.
- Provides one-on-one mentoring and coaching to special education teachers to support their professional growth and development.
- Collaborating with general education teachers, administrators, support staff, and families to ensure a cohesive and coordinated approach to supporting students with disabilities.
PEC Lead Teacher/Department Chair
Bibb County School District/ Southwest HS
Macon
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Receive, distribute, and follow up on psychological reports.
- Insure that all electronic special education student information is updated and correct.
- Orient all special education teachers at the beginning of the year.
- Attend scheduled LEA Representative meetings.
- Consult with the Student Support Team.
- Schedule and facilitate school level PEC meetings.
PEC Co-teacher
Bibb County School District/ Ballard-Hudson MS
Macon
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Provide instruction to students with special needs.
- Develop and implement Individual Education Plans for the students.
- Developed and tracked student data in relation to academic progress, i.e. standardized test results, promotion/retention information, social/cultural information, and cognitive assessment results.
- Communicated educational progress with students and parents/guardians.
Behavior Management Unit Teacher, Special Education Department
Macon Youth Development Campus, DJJ
Macon
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Provide instruction to students with special needs in the custody of a youth detention facility in accordance with the Federal IDEA act.
- Develop and implement Individual Education Plans for the students.
- Enter Data into SemsTracker for development of IEP.
- Advise and register all special education students.
- Follow professional practices consistent with the Department of Juvenile Justice policies and procedures in working with the adjudicated youth.
- Developed and tracked student data in relation to academic progress, i.e. standardized test results, promotion/retention information, social/cultural information, and cognitive assessment results.
- Communicated educational progress with students and parents/guardians.
- Facilitated meetings with educational staff in relation to student progress.
Special Education Teacher, Special Education Department
Crisp Youth Development Campus, DJJ
Cordele
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Provide instruction to students with special needs in the custody of a youth detention facility in accordance with the Federal IDEA act.
- Develop and implement Individual Education Plans for the students.
- Enter Data into SemsTracker for development of IEP.
- Advise and register all special education students.
- Follow professional practices consistent with the Department of Juvenile Justice policies and procedures in working with the adjudicated youth.
Education
Education Specialist - Teacher Leadership
Thomas University
Thomasville, GA01.2019
Master of Arts - Special Education General Curriculum
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA01.2013
Master of Arts - Education Technology
Ashford University
Clinton, IA01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Social And Criminal Justice
Ashford University
Clinton, IA01.2008
AAS - Business Administrative Technology
South Georgia Technical College
Cordele, GA01.2002
Skills
- Microsoft 365
- Critical Thinking
- Google Suite
- Canvas
- Edgenuity
- Problem-Solving
- Computer Literacy
- Conflict Resolution
- Strong Communication Skill
Certification Id
715268
Timeline
PEC (Program for Exception Children) Instructional Coach
Bibb County School District
07.2022 - Current
PEC Lead Teacher/Department Chair
Bibb County School District/ Southwest HS
01.2018 - 01.2022
PEC Co-teacher
Bibb County School District/ Ballard-Hudson MS
01.2014 - 01.2018
Behavior Management Unit Teacher, Special Education Department
Macon Youth Development Campus, DJJ
01.2013 - 01.2014
Special Education Teacher, Special Education Department
Crisp Youth Development Campus, DJJ
01.2011 - 01.2013
Education Specialist - Teacher Leadership
Thomas University
Master of Arts - Special Education General Curriculum
Valdosta State University
Master of Arts - Education Technology
Ashford University
Bachelor of Science - Social And Criminal Justice
Ashford University
AAS - Business Administrative Technology
South Georgia Technical College
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