Bachelor of Liberal Arts: California State University, San Bernardino, 1988
Master Degree: Special Education-Chapman University, San Diego Campus, 2000
Teaching/Administrative Credentials
Administrative Credential, Tier 1, Point Loma Nazarene, Mission Valley
Multiple Subject Credential, Chapman University, San Diego Campus
Learning Handicapped credential(mild/moderate), Chapman University, San Diego Campus
Severely Handicapped credential (mod/severe)
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) 2009-Current
PROGRAM MANAGER: MULTI-TIERED SYSTEM OF SUPPORT (2022-2024) Student Services/District Office
Develop and implement a district-wide Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) Framework to enhance support systems throughout the district.
Foster effective collaboration and communication among teachers, administrators, support staff, and stakeholders to optimize district-wide MTSS team efforts.
Oversee district-level team collecting and analyzing comprehensive student data to inform decision-making and intervention strategies.
Implement and oversee district-wide intervention systems, adjusting strategies as needed, and engaging parents and families to support student success collaboratively within the community.
DISTRICT BEHAVIOR SUPPORT TEAM-Lead (BeST) (2016-2022) Special Services District Office
Guide a team consisting of Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and Behavior Support Specialists in offering consultation services to implement individualized evidence-based interventions rooted in function-based assessments and guided by data-driven decision-making processes.
Conduct training and work jointly with teachers, aides, and support staff to share researched-based practices, strategies, and interventions for addressing students’ learning, behavioral, and communication challenges.
PROGRAM MANAGER-Interim (2020-21) Special Services/District Office
Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals, objectives, and strategic plan; establish schedules and methods for providing specialized services; implement policies and procedures.
Design, coordinate, and deliver coaching and professional development opportunities tailored to the needs of students, parents, and staff at the school site.
Foster and maintain effective communication and collaborative working relationships with districts, staff, and supporting agencies.
Coordinate, organize, and plan educational programs that included: assistive technology team, behavior support team, APE inclusion, summer school programs.
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER- Emotional Disorders Program (1996-2016)
Assess and tailor instruction to the learning styles of students with emotional disturbances, while collaborating closely with staff and parents to develop lesson plans and materials.
Develop Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) that adapt the curriculum to Common Core standards, addressing the diverse emotional, physical, and cultural needs of students.
ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION TRAINING: South County SELPA (Jan. 2022- March 2022)
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is an informal method of settling IEP Meeting disagreements.
Train staff to develop proficiency in dispute resolution and IEP facilitation processes, covering essential topics for building competency in conflict resolution skills and techniques.
Identify key sources of conflict to foster understanding, open communication, and mutually satisfying conflict resolutions that enhance relationships.
A graduate-level professional in behavior analysis who is able to practice independently and provide supervision for BCaBAs and RBTs.
COPAA (Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates) advocates for the rights of children with disabilities and supports parents and professionals in special education.
Positive Environments, Network of Trainers (PENT) is dedicated to supporting positive educational environments which use evidence based, positive strategies.
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