Kristen Norton
Claymont
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Special Education professional with 25 years of experience working with students with diverse learning needs. Seeking a Special Education Coaching position to foster an inclusive and effective learning environment, collaborate with educators, and support the professional development of staff in best practices for special education. Proven track record of effective team collaboration and flexibility to meet evolving needs. Adept at fostering inclusive learning environments, managing case loads, and ensuring compliance with educational standards. Known for reliability, resourcefulness, and strong communication skills
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Coordinator-Preschool/Elementary Level
BEEP/Maple Lane Elementary
09.2023 - Current
- Schedule and attend a variety of special education meetings
- Provide staff training as appropriate
- Participate in a variety of audits; school, district and state level
- Ensure compliance with federal and state law, as well as district policies
- Create and maintain relationships with staff, students and families
- Attend monthly district and state level meetings
- Managed a caseload of special education students, ensuring timely completion of required documentation and IEP meetings.
- Advocated for appropriate resources and supports necessary for special education students to succeed academically and socially.
Special Education Coordinator -Secondary Level
The Meadowood Program/Project Search
01.2012 - 09.2023
- Provide teachers with a variety of transition surveys and assessments
- Work alongside state agencies to access services for students
- Create and maintain relationships with students and families
- Attend monthly state level Transition Cadre meetings
- Attend monthly district level 18-21 Expansion Committee Meetings
- Attend Semi-Annual Provider Fairs and NCC District Transition Fair
- Schedule and attend tours of Adult Day Programs for student and family
- Coordinate transition for each student with selected adult program
- Inform student and families about Age of Majority and provide information on different types of guardianship
- Serve as staff liaison for annual DCDT Transition Conference
- Provide Professional Development on Indicator 13 and other transition related topics
- Facilitate SETT Process Meetings as needed
- Served as committee chair of monthly meetings for all NCC 18-22 year old programs
Building Level Educational Diagnostician
JDHS/CCSA/Forest Oak
01.2003 - 01.2012
- Assist families with applications to DVR and DDDS
- Facilitate IEP meetings
- Meet with students to complete transition surveys and transition goals
- Aide students in completing job applications and practicing interview skills
- Schedule weekly classes with Department of Vocational Rehabilitation in order for seniors to receive services post graduation
- Monitor students achievement as they transition from special education to regular education classes
- Weekly check-ins with students attending alternative educational placements
- Attend transition meetings to/from alternative educational placements
- Participate in PST to create 504 Plans
High School English Language Arts Teacher
PACE Program
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Served as Department Head for both middle and high school teachers
- Served as Student Government and Junior/Senior advisor
- Instruct 9th-12th graders in grammar, reading comprehension, and writing instruction
- Transport students to weekly meetings with the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation
- Organize graduation activities
1st Grade Teacher
St. Paul's Elementary School
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Instruct 1st grade students in all subject areas
- Participate in annual Book Cook
- Coordinate field trips
- Refer student’s for special education evaluations
7th Grade Special Education Team Teacher
Elkton Middle School
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Instruct 7th grade students in English Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies
- Write IEP’s
- Participate in IEP meetings
- Coordinate and chaperone field trips and dances
- Character Education Advisor
Education
Graduate Certificate - Transition
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS01.2022
Educational Diagnosis 680
University of Delaware
Newark, DE08.2006
Certificate - Secondary Special Education (7-12th Grade)
University of Delaware
Newark, DE01.2003
Master's Degree - Special Education (1st-8th Grade)
Wilmington College
Wilmington, DE01.2000
Bachelor's Degree - Elementary Education (K-4th Grade)
Wilmington College
New Castle, DE01.1999
Elementary Education-72 credits
University of Delaware
Wilmington, DE01.1996
Skills
- Collaborative leadership
- Inclusion strategies
- Parent-teacher communication
- Social skills development
- Data-driven decision making
- Knowledge of Special Education law
Timeline
Special Education Coordinator-Preschool/Elementary Level
BEEP/Maple Lane Elementary
09.2023 - Current
Special Education Coordinator -Secondary Level
The Meadowood Program/Project Search
01.2012 - 09.2023
Building Level Educational Diagnostician
JDHS/CCSA/Forest Oak
01.2003 - 01.2012
High School English Language Arts Teacher
PACE Program
01.2001 - 01.2003
1st Grade Teacher
St. Paul's Elementary School
01.2000 - 01.2001
7th Grade Special Education Team Teacher
Elkton Middle School
01.1999 - 01.2000
Educational Diagnosis 680
University of Delaware
Certificate - Secondary Special Education (7-12th Grade)
University of Delaware
Master's Degree - Special Education (1st-8th Grade)
Wilmington College
Bachelor's Degree - Elementary Education (K-4th Grade)
Wilmington College
Elementary Education-72 credits
University of Delaware
Graduate Certificate - Transition
University of Kansas
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