Trauma Informed Practices Coach who is passionate about doing education differently. Inventive and committed to improving education, I combine a mastery of special education and elementary education pedagogy with a love to teach and help, as well as keen insight into developing alternative, strength based, trauma-sensitive strategies to create a learning environment in which ALL students belong and feel safe to grow academically, socially and emotionally . My ability to provide positive constructive feedback with dignity helps others to create their own transformational change.
Skills
Experienced and knowledgeable in creating trauma-sensitive environments
Clear communicator/collaborator with all stakeholders; addressing needs of whole child
Project-based learning advocate
Classroom Management
Differentiated instruction
Excellent evaluation skills; experienced in assessing student development and mentoring new teachers
Well- versed in educational technology and best practices
Devoted to professional development and continuing education
Articulate and honest; exceptional at lending fresh insight and consistent reinforcement to learning
09/2018 to CurrentTrauma Informed Practices CoachAleut Support Services Llc - Main | Fredericksburg, VA,
Establishes collaborative professional working relationships with school staff and community partners to implement comprehensive trauma-informed approach to address both preventative and responsible measures for students and staff
Engages school administrators and staff in ongoing consultation and coaching that is reflective, responsive and supportive and promotes sustainable trauma-informed practices
Provides individualized, classroom-based coaching to support teachers in building supportive relationships with students, and implementing and sustaining trauma-informed practices that promote student success
Identifies and facilitates opportunities to enhance positive relationships between school and families, including home visits
Designs and facilitates dynamic professional development that support consistent implementation of trauma-informed practices
Coaches additional school personnel to support in implementing and sustaining trauma-informed practices
09/2017 to 06/2018Work Based Learning CoordinatorRutgers University | New Brunswick, NJ,
Developed and improved relationships with local business/industry/community organizations fostering work based learning opportunities
Created and maintained on online database of employers for student internships and apprenticeships
Reviewed student enrollment form and matched student with appropriate Community-based Work Experience, Job Shadow, Student Based Enterprise, Community Service, or Senior Projects
Developed CDOS Work Based Learning Advisory Group platform on Schoology for all Districts to utilize and obtain documents
Monthly check-ins with site supervisor and students assess progress or support focused area(s) of need
Complete WBL assessments, Student Evaluation Reports, Action Plans, and Employability Profiles and review all documents with student
Attended professional meetings, conferences, and workshops to maintain professional knowledge and skills and to create collaboration efforts through networking
Coordinated annual business and industry appreciation luncheon for work-based learning sites
2001 to 06/2017Special Education TeacherBroome-Tioga BOCES | City, STATE,
Adept at integrating 21st century learning skills in various educational environments including 6:1:1, 8:1:1, self-contained programs
Up-to-date with new developments in field, as evidenced by involvement with new initiatives such as Schools That Matter, Restorative Practices, Cultural Responsiveness, Response Ability Pathways, Responsive Classroom, Project Based Learning, PBIS, NCI, CDOS, SEL/Second Step, Technology integration with ISTE Standards, and Life Space Crisis Intervention
Used variety of evidenced based instructional practices and assessment to meet needs of diverse learners
Developed methods for evaluating and defining instructional needs for all students through progress monitoring
Provided guidance (in all professional areas of field) to new teachers as part of mentor program
Evaluated practices and ensured compliance with IEP/FBA process and student BIPs
Assessed educational technology and provided staff training as part of Technology Team
Communicated and collaborated with all stakeholders as lead member of Child Study Team
Served on various committees and acted as Chair/Lead Teacher
Planned, evaluated and revised course content and course materials
Created accessible avenues to increase Family engagement and foster positive school/home relationships.
Certifications
NYS Teacher Permanent Certification - 2005
NYS SBL Provisional Certification - 2017
Life Space Crisis Intervention Senior Trainer - 2018
Education
Expected in 2017Master of Science | Educational LeadershipWestern Governors University, Salt Lake City, UtahGPA:
Expected in 2005Master of Science | EducationSUNY Cortland, Cortland, New YorkGPA:
Expected in 2000Bachelor of Science | Special EducationArizona State University, Phoenix, ArizonaGPA:
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