Experience

• Southwood Psychiatric Hospital, Inc.

  Lead SpEd Teacher

  •Responsibilities included planning curriculum and preparing instructional objectives, lessons, and other instructional materials; lecturing and demonstrating using technological and audiovisual teaching aides; writing student anecdotal and behavioral observations to evaluate student progress; preparing reports on the progress of students; meeting and consulting with parents, administrators, and others to develop individual educational plans; administering and interpreting results of ability and achievement tests; and maintaining attendance and grade records.

• Southwood Psychiatric Hospital, Inc.

  Interim Principal / Education Director

  •Responsibilities included implementing the mission, philosophy, goals standards, policies and procedures for education; overseeing all education programs; supervision all teachers and teacher aides; staffing and managing program development and expansion plans; preparing and implementing short-term and long-term plans for the program with input from the CEO and staff; participating in the budget process; maintaining staffing according to staff management system; interviewing and selecting staff for the program; maintaining performance appraisal for all educational program; monitoring quality improvement and continuously assessing and program performance; enhancing public awareness of the school programs; investigating unusual incidents and grievances; serving on committees as designated by the CEO; and acting as representative and liaison.

• Douglas County School System

  Assistant Principal of Curriculum & Instruction / AVID Administrator

  Responsibilities include evaluating the development, implementation, and revision of curriculum; evaluating the effectiveness and articulation of instruction; evaluating state and district level assessments to guide and influence curriculum; overseeing the successful use of the District level Common Assessment process and provide teachers with guidance to complete the process with rigor; providing and developing professional development activities for instructional practices; responding quickly and professionally to the needs and concerns of parents, students, faculty, and community; managing the High School and Middle School registration process; participating in the development and modification of school policy regarding online learning, Homeschool student placement and request, Advanced Placement opportunities, Intervention development & placement; assisting and overseeing the collection of data from graduating seniors; coordinating the gathering and dissemination of relevant data; performing the functions of Principal in his / her absence; supporting the needs of the AVID system (e.g., recruitment, student support, and college readiness & awareness); maintaining the school's website 

• Douglas County School System

  SpEd Department Chair and SpEd Teacher

  Responsibilities included assisting administrators with supervision, discipline, assessments, and scheduling; preparing lessons and other instructional materials to meet individual needs of students; organizing standardized assessment; developing and maintaining department budget and purchase orders; assisting with walk-through observations and instructional coaching; serving on the Building's Leadership Team; identifying staff development needs; coordinating new student enrollment; recommending assignment of teachers; training new teachers and staff; preparing reports on the progress of students; interviewing and recruiting teachers and staff; assisting in the management of Individual Educational Plans (IEP's), Functional Assessment of Behavior (FAB), and Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) development; providing scheduling assistance to SpEd student; serving as Local Agency Representative (LEA); observing players, during competition and practice to determine the needs; developing and creating a regular practice and game schedules; and maintaining eligibility forms, emergency data cards, and other related records.

• Douglas County School System

  SpEd Department Chair, SpEd Assessment Coordinator, SpEd Teacher, and Head Volleyball Coach

  Responsibilities included assisting administrators with supervision, discipline, assessments, and scheduling; preparing lessons and other instructional materials to meet individual needs of students; organizing standardized assessment; developing and maintaining department budget and purchase orders; assisting with walk-through observations and instructional coaching; serving on the Building's Leadership Team; identifying staff development needs; coordinating new student enrollment; recommending assignment of teachers; training new teachers and staff; preparing reports on the progress of students; interviewing and recruiting teachers and staff; assisting in the management of Individual Educational Plans (IEP's), Functional Assessment of Behavior (FAB), and Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) development; providing scheduling assistance to SpEd student; serving as Local Agency Representative (LEA); observing players, during competition and practice to determine the needs; developing and creating a regular practice and game schedules; and maintaining eligibility forms, emergency data cards, and other related records.

• Douglas County School System

  SpEd Teacher

  Responsibilities included planning curriculum and preparing lessons and other instructional materials to meet individual needs of students, considering such factors as physical, emotional, and educational levels of development; conferring with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and others to develop individual plan for students; instructing students in academic subjects and social interaction skills; teaching socially acceptable behavior employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement; conferring with staff members to plan programs designed to promote educational, physical and social development of students; using School Board approved physical restraint procedures; preparing and administers tests to evaluate students’ progress, records results, issues reports to inform parents of progress, and assigns final grades; assigning lessons, assessing students' progress (including homework assignments) and hearing presentations; maintaining attendance and grade records as required by school; participating in faculty and professional meetings, IEP conferences and professional development classes.

• Douglas County School System

  Assistant Principal

  Responsibilities included assuming responsibility in the absence of the principal; keeping the principal informed of activities, situations, and developments that effect the school operation; assisting with the financial operation of the school as directed and demonstrates appropriate fiscal management of funds for which he/she is responsible in compliance with all applicable rules and regulations; evaluating staff members as assigned; emphasizing appropriate behavior management, citizenship responsibilities and positive growth of students, including student discipline and attendance; assisting in supervising, directing and improving the instructional program; adhering to and enforces state, county and school policies and procedures as stated by published guidelines and current administrative interpretations; keeping abreast of new materials, teaching techniques and developments in the profession by attending meetings and reading journals or other publications; handling routine practices effectively and keeps accurate records; implementing student support team functions according to guidelines; coordinating functions related to traffic control and student transportation; supervising auxiliary services including pupil attendance accounting; organizing and supervising extra-curricular activities suited to elementary students; supervising the maintenance and operation of the school facility and food service program; assisting the total school program in accordance with school system philosophy, school board requirements, accrediting agency standards and state school statues; making the school facility an attractive, pleasant and productive place in which to work and learn; guarding the health and safety of the students in all school situations; maintaining a good working relationship with school and system-level personnel; establishing and maintaining good public relations; and performing other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools

  SpEd Teacher

  •Responsibilities included planning curriculum and preparing lessons and other instructional materials to meet individual needs of students, considering such factors as physical, emotional, and educational levels of development; conferring with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and others to develop individual plan for students; instructing students in academic subjects and social interaction skills; teaching socially acceptable behavior employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement; conferring with staff members to plan programs designed to promote educational, physical and social development of students; using School Board approved physical restraint procedures; preparing and administers tests to evaluate students’ progress, records results, issues reports to inform parents of progress, and assigns final grades; assigning lessons, assessing students' progress (including homework assignments) and hearing presentations; maintaining attendance and grade records as required by school; participating in faculty and professional meetings, IEP conferences and professional development classes.

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools

  Interim SpEd English and History Teacher

  •Responsibilities included preparing lessons; developing individual plan for students; teaching socially acceptable behavior employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement; preparing and administers tests to evaluate students’ progress, and records results and maintaining attendance and grade records as required by school

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools

  SpEd Program Specialist, Assessment Coordinator, and Gradebook Manager

  •Responsibilities included assisting in the management of Individual Educational Plans (IEP's) to include the scheduling and participating in IEP meetings; coordinating re-evaluation activities; assisting and supporting with SpEd student discipline issues as they relate to Functional Assessment of Behavior (FAB), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and IEP implementation; providing curriculum support for SpEd students and teachers; assisting with record keeping, as related to IEPs and Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) related paperwork; coordinating parent conference for SpEd students; coordinating with region personnel in the provision of services to SpEd students; and serving as Local Agency Representative (LEA).

• Miami-Dade County Public Schools

  SpEd Department Chair, SpEd Teacher & Assistant Athletic Director/Student Activities

  •Responsibilities included leading and supervising certified SpEd teachers and paraprofessionals; serving on the building's Instructional Leadership Team; identifying staff development needs within the school; providing leadership in articulation; recommending assignment of teachers; preparing and administering tests, observing students; assisting in the management of Individual Educational Plans (IEP's), Functional Assessment of Behavior (FAB), and Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP); coordinating re-evaluation activities; providing scheduling assistance to SpEd student; preparing reports on the progress of students; serving as Local Agency Representative (LEA) for staffing conferences at school site.; securing and filing athletic paper work; assist in building master sports schedule; assist with coordinating filed and basketball court usage; and attending athletic.

• Miami Dade College

  Adjunct Instructor

  •Responsibilities included teaching undergraduate education courses face-to-face as assigned; participating in collaborative projects with the department's professional development schools; advising education majors; participating in departmental/ college/university/system-wide committees; engaging in scholarly and professional activities (such as seeking external funding to support research interests, facility upgrades, and/or outreach programs).

• Instructional Connections, LLC

  Academic Assistant

  Responsibilities include operating under the direction of the professor; responding to emails within 24 hours or less; grading all assignments (not graded) with feedback by within 72 hours of the due date; participating in weekly discussion board threads with students; contacting students who have not turned in assignments or assessments within one day; answering student questions relating to course content, exam answer explanation, and/or general inquiries within 24 hours; contacting the Coordinating Coach or Vertical Lead immediately if you have any non-content related concerns/questions with your coaching assignment or if you will be unable to perform your assignment for a significant period of time; and encouraging students who are getting behind.

• Accelerated Learning Solutions

  Assistant Principal & Assessment Coordinator

  Responsibilities included ensuring the successful implementation of developmentally appropriate, rigorous curricula and instructional materials; coordinating with outside professional developers and organizations to provide support and/or resources for curriculum development and instructional support; overseeing the administration, collection, and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data from statewide, interim and other assessments; facilitating data reflection protocols for the purpose of teacher reflection, improved practice, and programmatic changes; generating summary student performance reports to be reviewed by Board and Leadership Team; supporting teachers to build rigorous, nurturing classroom; building relationships with families through frequent communication about student progress; working to improve own practice to acquire and enhance the skills and knowledge necessary for supporting excellent instruction and to increase overall effectiveness in the school community; planning, organizing, and supervising extracurricular activities, programs, social activities, student government, assemblies, contests, and publications as appropriate; and assisting the Principal in the preparation and writing of letters, reports, bulletins, and other communications on behalf of the school.