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Supporting Inclusive Practices (SIP)Program Support Specialist
Jul. 2023 - Sep. 2024United StatesAs a Program Specialist at Supporting Inclusive Practices, I worked with 15 school districts in the Bay Area, collaborating with educators, administrators, and families to promote and implement inclusive educational practices. My role focused on improving the quality of education for students with diverse needs, ensuring that inclusive strategies were embedded within classrooms and across entire districts. Key responsibilities included: - Providing guidance and professional development for teachers and administrators on evidence-based inclusive practices. - Supporting districts in aligning their special education services with general education to foster co-teaching, differentiated instruction, and accessible learning environments. - Leading initiatives to increase the effective use of IEPs and 504 plans to improve student outcomes. - Offering direct coaching to schools on how to enhance student engagement, participation, and success within inclusive settings. - Partnering with local agencies and parent organizations to advocate for and support students with disabilities.
Modified SpeducationFounder
Aug. 2021As the Founder of Modified, I lead a mission-driven organization that empowers individuals, families, and educators to advocate for inclusive practices in schools and beyond. Through Modified, we provide expert guidance on navigating special education laws, resources, and strategies to ensure that students with disabilities have access to the educational supports they need to thrive. Key initiatives include: - Offering personalized consultations and discovery calls (Modified Meet Ups) to assess client needs and determine the best path forward. - Supporting parents and caregivers in understanding their rights under education laws, enabling them to become effective advocates for their children (Home Education Blueprint). - Providing advocacy support during IEP meetings, including collaboration with schools to ensure legal compliance and student-centered outcomes. - Delivering professional development to educators on inclusive lesson planning, and creating classrooms where all students feel a sense of belonging. - Coaching teachers to combat burnout by revitalizing their teaching strategies and fostering more engaging, inclusive environments for students. At the heart of Modified is my passion for ensuring that every student—no matter their abilities—can access a supportive, inclusive, and enriching learning experience. Through my work, I strive to build bridges between families, schools, and communities, promoting equity and inclusion at every level.
San Mateo-Foster CityProgram Specialist
Jul. 2021 - Aug. 2022
Paul Public Charter SchoolAssistant Director of Student Support Services
May. 2020 - Jul. 2021Washington, District of Columbia, United States• Advises Executive team on Office of the State Superintendent of Education policies and procedures • Confers with educators to identify current classroom concerns and diversify instructional strategies. • Consults with government regulatory and licensing agencies to verify institutional conformance with applicable standards. • Creates spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly reporting. • Handles day-to-day oversight of Special Education Department, ensuring high levels of productivity and progression. • Serves as a liaison between the Special Education Department and the Executive team
Palo Alto Unified School DistrictProgram Specialist
Aug. 2018 - May. 2020Palo Alto, California2018-08 - 2020-04 Program Specialist Palo Alto Unified School District, Palo Alto, CA • Analyzed individual school needs and developed program initiatives according to best practices for teams. • Collaborated with other Program Specialists to outline and implement department plans and objectives. • Created the first Special Education summer Institute for Case Managers and Paraprofessionals • Evaluated program operations, successes and deficiencies to identify concerns and recommend strategies to enhance processes and elevate results. • Supervised Special Education programming for six elementary schools • Supported Special Education programs by nurturing professional relationships with community members and district administrators.
DC Public Charter SchoolSPED/EL Coordinator
Jul. 2017 - Jul. 2018Washington D.C. Metro Area• Overseeing / managing a caseload of special education students and the implementation of their IEP/504 plans in: inclusive, self-contained and pull-out settings. • Ensuring appropriate delivery of both special education instruction and related services as stipulated on IEPs/504 plans. • Ensuring that services provided by contractual personnel are of high quality, provided in the LRE, and are aligned with students’ IEPs/504 plans • Coordinating with student’s special education team to ensure all documents are completed in a timely manner (according to state, local, and school policies and procedures) prior to MDT meeting. Connect with special education team to ensure all team members (including parents) are prepared for the content of the meeting. • Coordinating with special education team to complete quarterly IEP progress reports and provide quarterly IEP progress reports to parents/guardians. • Maintaining student files (paper and electronic) according to school and OSSE standards. • Provides On-boarding training and development for new hires in the academic support department. • Supporting the planning of special education initiative and the implementation of initiatives. Integrates new developments, research findings and best practices into ongoing programs and new initiatives.
DC Public Charter SchoolEL Coordinator/Academic Support Teacher
Sep. 2016 - Jul. 2017Washington, DCCase Manager for 6th & 7th grade students with Individualized Education Plans Case Manager for Pre-Kindergarten - 8th grade students who are English Language Learners Plans and Implements lessons/activities to assist students with current learning curriculum Consults with teachers regarding the progress or additions in the classroom for assisting learners with disabilities or English proficiency challenges Administers quarterly achievement testing to monitor student success rates Facilitates small group classes to assist in the growth of student deficits Creates Individualized Education Plans (IEP) Facilitates IEP meetings Collaborates with parents and teachers to assist in the development of students throughout the year.
Disney EnglishLanguage Learning Director
Jan. 2016 - Oct. 2016Nanjing, Jiangsu, ChinaLeads the Academic team to achieve successful classes based on proven educational standards and Disney methodology Works in conjunction with the Center Manager to ensure successful business results Interviews prospective local cast members Provides effective training and resources to enhance the quality of teaching Responsible for developing talent to be utilized within the company to provide effective training and observations from On-boarding to continued development Leads the team to achieving continual top three status in new enrollments, and renewals among our company nationally Completed time as the number one center within the company nationally with the best renewal and new sales average for the 2nd quarter of the year Serves as the first teacher students learn from through “demo” lessons to encourage enrollment and parent engagement Leads parent seminars and workshops to assist parents with teaching and review with their children at home
Disney EnglishSenior Foreign Trainer
Nov. 2014 - Jan. 2016Supports the Language Learning Director Serves as the Language Learning Director in their absence Analyzes team needs to deliver useful training Provides a highly engaging and effective learning experience to children between 3-12 years old through the delivery of Disney educational content. Measures progress as well as educational results while providing on-going support and development to the students is required for success
Disney EnglishForeign Trainer
Jan. 2014 - Nov. 2014Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools for Public PolicySpecial Education Teacher
Jan. 2013 - Jan. 2014• Co-Teacher in 10th grade Math and Science classrooms • Lead Teacher in an Algebra Concepts classroom providing math guides for children with special needs • Created and implemented detailed Individualized Education Plan (IEP) objectives and goals for students on caseload • Washington, DC representative for the Educator Leader Cadre as a consultant for Special Education • Provided training for Common Core implementation • Provided training for teachers working on co-taught environments • Provided training for goal and objective writing
National Collegiate PrepSpecial Education Teacher
Aug. 2011 - Jan. 2013Washington D.C. Metro Area• Provided academic and therapeutic services to students with disabilities in an inclusive educational environment • Implemented behavior interventions for students with behavior intervention plans (BIP) • Created a school-wide behavior point sheet system to monitor classroom behaviors of students with IEPs and BIPs • Improved the child identification program to locate students who need additional academic assistance • Facilitated a transition course for students to be prepared for post high school endeavors • Volunteered as Cheerleading Coach • Modified Lesson Plans for teachers to assist students with disabilities • Updated and Maintained interventions for Individualized Education Plans
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