Kimberly Goldberg
Mundelein
Summary
A seasoned Director of Special Education and former Special Education Teacher at Mundelein High School, I excel in fostering inclusive environments and enhancing staff expertise in special education law and social-emotional learning. My leadership significantly improved interdisciplinary collaboration and student support, ensuring compliance and promoting academic success among students with disabilities.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Special Education
Mundelein High School
08.2017 - Current
- Contributed to district-level committees to support needs of students on IEPs.
- Coordinated special education services through frequent principal collaboration and consultation.
- Allocated special education staff and addressed requests for additional allocations throughout school year.
- Coordinated staff evaluations for special education personnel.
- Implemented professional development initiatives for special education staff to enhance teaching techniques and knowledge of current best practices.
- Streamlined communication between special education staff, general education teachers, parents, and external service providers to better support student needs.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state mandates related to special education services by maintaining accurate documentation and staying informed on policy updates.
- Promoted an inclusive learning environment by fostering collaboration between special education and general education personnel.
- Advocated for the needs of students with disabilities in school-wide decision-making processes, ensuring equitable access to resources and opportunities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive evaluations of students suspected of having disabilities, guiding subsequent eligibility determination and IEP development processes.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Special Education Teacher
Mundelein High School
08.1996 - 07.2017
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
Education
Master of Arts - Administration
Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL05-2007
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL05-2001
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Bradley University
Peoria, IL05-1993
Skills
- Special education law
- Disability awareness
- Individualized education plans
- Social-emotional learning
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork
Timeline
Director of Special Education
Mundelein High School
08.2017 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Mundelein High School
08.1996 - 07.2017
Master of Arts - Administration
Roosevelt University
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Saint Xavier University
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Bradley University
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