Angela Austin, Ed.D.

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Selden, New York 11784

631-***-**** • adyjvs@r.postjobfree.com

An innovative and student-focused educational leader with a proven ability to: create and monitor policies and practices that promote a safe learning environment; ensure a school culture that promotes continuous improvements for teachers and students; develop an environment that encourages open communication with colleagues, students and the community; and mentor educators in the creation and implementation of differentiated class instruction, lesson planning and student assessment. Experienced in meeting the needs of at-risk students, creating a stimulating and challenging learning environment to the highest level of achievement. Additional strengths include: Certification: New York State School Administrator/Supervisor New York State School District Leader

New York State Special Education K-12

New York State Special Class, SOCE: ELA & Social Studies Pending Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certified Trainer Wilson Reading Certification

Education: Doctorate in Administrative Leadership

Focus in Special Education, Transition Planning & At-Risk Youth St. John's University; Oakdale, New York.

Master of Science in Administrative Education.

St. John's University; Oakdale, New York.

Bachelor of Science in Special Education.

Dowling College; Oakdale, New York.

Administrative Experience:

9/2020 – Present Assistant Superintendent for Special Education and Pupil Personnel Services. Central Islip Union Free School District, Central Islip, New York

• Provide leadership and direction to the Special Education, Funded Programs and PPS Department to ensure that the goals of the District are reached

• Coordinate and supervise all aspects of the District’s Special Education Program, Mental Health department, Related Services, and Funded Programs

• Oversee aspects of curriculum development and alignment PreK thorough 12

• Develop and implement professional development for district wide staff

• Oversees outside agencies providing services to District children as well as the CPSE, CSE and the transition processes.

• Oversee preparation of the annual budget while maintaining fiscal responsibility

• Member of the Superintendent's Cabinet and attends Board of Education Meetings.

• Support the recruitment, screening, hiring and evaluation of special educational personnel.

• Prepare and supervise the creation of all related paperwork, grants, reports, and records as required by law

• Strong Leadership/Mentoring Skills

• Excellent Organizational Skills

• Budget Development/Management

• Curriculum Development & Implementation

• Community Relations

• Staffing & Hiring

• District/State Assessment Coordination

• Creative Problem-Solving Techniques

• Teacher Evaluation

• School Security & Safety

• Staff Training and Professional Development

2/2019 – 9/2020 Director of Pupil Personnel Services, Curriculum & English as a New Language. Bridgehampton Union Free School District, Bridgehampton, New York

• Provide leadership and direction to the PPS & ELL Department to ensure that the goals of the District are reached

• Coordinate and supervise all aspects of the District’s Special Education Program, Mental Health department, Related Service providers

• Coordinate and Supervise the District’s ENL program

• Coordinate, assess, develop and implement district wide curriculum initiatives.

• Support the recruitment and selection of district staff; work closely with administration in the evaluation of staff members.

• Oversee aspects of curriculum development and alignment PreK thorough 12

• Develop and implement professional development for district wide staff

• Oversees outside agencies providing services to District children as well as the CPSE, CSE and the transition processes.

• Oversee preparation of the annual budget while maintaining fiscal responsibility

• Serve on District and school-wide committees and participate in District activities

• Member of the Superintendent's Cabinet and attends Board of Education Meetings.

• Prepare and supervise the creation of all related paperwork, grants, reports, and records as required by law.

• Observe and evaluate staff in accordance with the local collective bargaining agreement

• Provide oversight and development of and execution of IDEA

• Restructure the Response to Intervention process while supporting staff development and implementation

• Supervise and manage IHIP for students on home instruction

• Work collaboratively with mental health team to develop innovative and supportive plans for student success

2/2017 – 2/2019 Director of Pupil Personnel Services. Westhampton Beach Union Free School District, Westhampton Beach New York

• Coordinates and supervises the District’s Special Education Program, Mental Health department, Related Service providers and Nursing/health services.

• Supervised the Central Registration Office

12/2014-2/2017 Assistant Administrator/Director of Special Education & Supervisor of the Connetquot Alternative Preschool. Connetquot Central School District, Bohemia New York

• Administers and supervises the District’s Special Education Program

• Assists in the planning, implementation and review of the program budget

• Serves as administrator for the Connetquot Alterative Preschool program

• Prepares, specified government grant proposals; monitors utilization of those grant funds to ensure compliance and efficient use; maintains appropriate records and prepares needed state and other governmental reports

• Organizes, directs and participates in the certificated and non-certificated staff evaluation process, including formal observations as well as the annual summative reviews

• Oversees the assignment/allocation of program staff, including teachers, psychologists, speech therapists, related service providers, special education teaching assistants and special education teacher aides; adjusts such assignments as, from time to time, may be necessary to meet program needs.

• Supports the day-to-day program operation by assisting with the review of IEP’s, 504 plans and student referrals/placements

• Assists with the preparation of the District’s Special Education Plan(s).

• Establishes and maintains ongoing communication with parents and other community members to support program objectives; attends SEPTA meetings

• Maintain & disseminate knowledge of current Part 200 and Part 201 Regulations

• Provides for ongoing staff professional development opportunities to maximize program effectiveness.

• Coordinates departmental programs with the Pupil Personnel Office, building principals and other administrators within the District 11/2013- 12/2014 Coordinator of PPS & Guidance (9-12). Middle Country Central School District

(Centereach High School & Newfield High School), Selden New York

• CSE Chairperson (Committee, Annual Review, Manifestation determination, etc.)

• Teacher & Guidance Supervision and Observations

• Staff Training and Professional Development

• Staffing and Scheduling

• Supervises and evaluate implementation of instructional programs

• APPR Implementation and Data Collection

• Coordinate the day to day operations of two high school’s special education departments

• Restructure and Enhance 12:1:1 Life Skills Program

• Program and Curriculum development in the area of Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS)

9/2011-2016 Director of Live-Love-Teach Education Consulting. www.Live-Love-Teach.com Centereach, New York

• Supervised and mentored Educators

• Budget creation and review

• Professional Development creation and implementation

• Facilitation of parental, interagency, and community collaboration 9/06-10/2013 Administrative Volunteer. Lindenhurst High School, Lindenhurst School District, Lindenhurst, New York.

• Responsible for, class and assessment scheduling, chair meetings, Evaluation of support staff, Professional Development creation and implementation

Adjunct Professor:

2013-Present Adjunct Professor for Child Study Department. St. Joseph’s College; Patchogue, New York.

• Graduate courses taught/developed include:

o Special Education Law and Implications

o Educating Students with Severe Disabilities

o Strategies of Differentiated Instruction in Students with High Instance Disabilities

o Applied Behavior Analysis

o Assessment and IEP Development

o Curriculum Paradigm

o Action Research in Education

2011-2013 Adjunct Professor for the School of Education. St. John’s University; Queens, New York.

• Graduate courses taught/developed include:

o ABA and Behavior Management

o Integrated Practiced in the Content Area

2006-2013 Adjunct Professor for the School of Special Education. Dowling College; Oakdale, New York.

• Graduate and Undergraduate courses taught/developed include: o ABA and Behavior Management

o Practices and Principles of Special Education

o Integrated Practices in the Content Area

o Student Teaching Seminar

o Distance Learning

Teaching Experience:

2003-2013 Middle & High School Special Education Teacher. Lindenhurst School District, Lindenhurst, New York.

2002-2003 Sixth Grade Teacher. Leonard E. Burkett Christian School, Center Moriches, New York.

1999-2002 School Year Substitute and Summer School Teacher for Special Education. Eastern Suffolk BOCES, Patchogue, New York.

Publications, Honors & Workshop Presentations:

2023-2025 Member of NYSED Commissioner’s Advisory Panel (CAP) for Special Education Services.

2019 – Present Special Education Administrators of Suffolk (SEAS) Executive board member. President and past Vice-President.

Spring 2022 NYCASE – Special Education Administrator of the Year nominee Spring 2018 Applied Behavior Analysis and Classroom Management. Professional Development Workshops.

Fall 2018 Differentiation and Integrated Practices in the 21st Century Classroom. Professional Development workshop & Course.

Spring 2017 Whose Life is it Anyway… Transition Planning for the 21st Century Learner. Professional Development Workshop.

Spring 2017 Strategies to Engage and Educate at Risk Youth. Presenter professional development sessions.

Spring 2013 An Examination of Transition Planning with Classified Special Education Students. Journal: Long Island Review, NY.

Fall 2013 CEC International Convention presenter on Transition Planning Fall 2014 Promoting Career and College Readiness for At Risk Students; Presenter. Ongoing CPI Professional Course; Teacher Center Trainer/Presenter. Related Activities:

Special President of Special Education Administrators of Suffolk (SEAS); Active Education- member of CEC and LIASEA; Organize district wide SEPTA awards night for the 2003/2004, 2004/2005, 2005/2006 and 2006/2007 school year in the Lindenhurst School District.

Theater- Assistant Director & Choreographer, Elwood School District 2014-2017 Active participant in local theater groups; 1991- Present. Founder and Director of Inspiration Theatre inc. 2003-2013. Coach- Hockey coach; 2000-2010. Soccer Coach 2022

Community- Leader of a Youth Group; 1999-2009

References available upon request.

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