Content Developer and Educational Program Specialist

Lori A Davis

Pleasant Hills, PA ***** +1-412-***-**** **********@*****.***

Professional Summary

A motivated and detail-oriented former educator and content developer with 32 years of experience creating effective programs and content for students of all ages and abilities . Skilled in communication, organization, program design, data collection, 1:1 instruction, and training and supervision of related professionals. Work Experience

Personal Caregiver

Davis Household McKees Rocks, PA

June 2010 to Present

Focused time on the care of my disabled child to successfully organize, implement, and revise all aspects of daily living and health-related concerns. Collaborated extensively with school personnel and medical providers to ensure the best environments and opportunities for academic growth and social interactions. Supervised and assisted remote learning and digital classrooms. Designed daily routine and schedule for effective scheduling for daily life and medical concerns. Navigated Medicaid applications in PA and NC to access maximum benefits. Territory Manager

LifeSafe Services Jacksonville, FL

October 2009 to June 2010

Responsibilities

Managed the service and inspections of emergency oxygen tanks and AEDs for customers in a defined territory. Responsible for scheduling inspections and related supply deliveries along with developing and maintaining database and related documentation. Assessed client needs to plan and implement Emergency Oxygen Administration classes and demonstrations accordingly. Anticipated customer needs and responded proactively to provide customers with the highest level of commitment and service.

Content Developer

DynaVox Corporation Pittsburgh, PA

September 2008 to September 2009

Responsibilities

Researched educational content and curriculum to create new software products for students with disabilities. Worked both independently and as a team member to align content with state standards and develop appropriate readers and related activities. Test marketed new product with teachers and students in a public school setting. Consulted with marketing and operations departments in developing device software and interfaces. Special Education Teacher

Pittsburgh Public Schools Pittsburgh, PA

August 2002 to June 2008

Led a team of professionals to educate students in grades K-12 at a center-based school. Responsible for program design, skill assessment, educational plan and training development, and data collection and analysis. Supervised up to six support staff and related service providers, established staff and student schedules, conducted professional development meetings, and communicated with outside service providers and parents to provide effective, student- centered programming.

Special Education Teacher

Mt. Lebanon School District

August 2000 to August 2002

Designed and implemented all aspects of a student support program at the elementary level. Created individualized programs based on school curriculum. Supervised support staff and regular education teachers to adapt and modify the general curriculum to successfully include students with disabilities. Consulted with district teachers, support staff and therapists on inclusive practices.

Special Education Teacher

Bethel Park School District

June 1998 to August 2000

Developed and taught in student support programs at the middle and elementary levels. Collaborated with regular and special education teachers to develop appropriate inclusion activities, modified and adapted general education curriculum, supervised paraprofessional staff, and conducted professional development for staff and community members.

Special Education Teacher

Steel Valley School District

August 1997 to June 1998

Designed and executed all aspects of a student support program at the elementary level. Worked with regular education teachers to adapt and modify curriculum. Conducted school-wide professional development sessions and supervised classroom staff to promote successful inclusive practices across the district. Special Education Teacher

The Education Center at D.T. Watson

August 1995 to July 1997

Worked as a multidisciplinary team member to educate students ages 4-16 with multiple disabilities. Became skilled in the areas of augmentative communication, positioning, and functional academics. Teacher

Pressley Ridge Day School

August 1992 to July 1995

Taught with a team of teachers and therapists to educate students with multiple disabilities. Focused on a functional curriculum that included community-based instruction. Responsible for daily communication with related staff and parents, data collection and analysis, and collaboration with related service providers. Education

Education (MEd)

University of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA

January 1991 to January 1992

Communication Sciences (BA)

University of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA

January 1987 to January 1991

High school diploma or GED

Master's degree in education

Skills

Direct instruction Developmental Disabilities Experience Teamwork Classroom management Instructional design Office experience Writing Skills Communication skills Research Early childhood education Grammar Experience Elementary school teaching experience Teaching special education Behavior management High school level tutoring experience Experience working with students Microsoft Office Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Powerpoint Middle school level tutoring experience Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods) Data collection Practice tests tutoring Small group instruction Assessment-driven instruction Elementary level tutoring experience Mathematics tutoring Test preparation course instruction Administrative experience Data entry Customer relationship management Special Education Experience working with children with ADHD Case Management Individualized instructions Classroom experience Curriculum Development Microsoft Excel Desktop applications Time management Google Sheets Autism Experience Microsoft Word Proofreading Sales Private tutoring experience Collaborative learning Literacy education Analysis skills One-on-one student support Experience working with elementary school students English language arts tutoring Educational consultant experience Computer skills Tutoring - Tutoring experience (Less than 500 hours) Google Docs Teaching Presentation Skills Customer communication Test-taking skills tutoring Construction Customer service Document management Mentoring Windows Typing Organizational skills Experience teaching special education in virtual environments Working with students Assessment design (curriculum development) Practicing tutoring HIPAA Medical terminology English Guided practice teaching Childcare Program design Review sessions tutoring Google Drive Adaptive learning Academic advising Google Slides

Languages

English

Awards

Teacher of Distinction

May 2000

Teacher Excellence Foundation

Certifications and Licenses

Driver's License

Additional Information

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

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