Amber Todd
Special Education | Student-Centered Learning | Differentiated Instruction
- Role
- Lead Education Specialist at Alpha Public Schools
- Location
- San Jose, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Amber Todd
Highly skilled Special Education teacher with 7 years of progressive experience in education, training, and operations. Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills, with a proven ability to create innovative strategies to meet diverse student needs and foster inclusive, supportive learning environments.Instruction & Classroom Management | Student Engagement | Curriculum Development | Educational Training | Instructional Strategies | Academic Standards Compliance | Lesson Planning | Learning Goal Forecasting Collaboration | Classroom Management | Student Services |Data Analysis | Learning Outcomes | Professional Development Facilitation | Learning Quality Assurance | Mentoring & CoachingContact: a•••••••@gmail.com
Experience
Lead Education Specialist
Jul 2024 — Present · San Jose, CA, US
Provide case management and direct specialized academic instruction for students with disabilities, aligning all practices with IEP goals and California state standards. Design and implement evidence-based instructional strategies to support diverse learning profiles and promote inclusion across general education settings. Coach and mentor paraprofessionals in effective classroom support practices, data collection, and behavioral intervention strategies, fostering a collaborative and student-centered environment. Lead and facilitate IEP meetings, ensuring clear communication among families, general education teachers, service providers, and administrators. Analyze assessment and progress-monitoring data to inform instructional decisions, adapt interventions, and drive continuous improvement for student outcomes. Collaborate with school leadership to develop and implement systems that promote academic equity, positive school culture, and compliance with federal and state special education regulations. Serve as a thought partner in school-wide initiatives, contributing to professional development, multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS), and inclusive instructional practices. Champion culturally responsive and strength-based approaches to teaching and learning, empowering students to build self-advocacy and growth mindset skills.
Education
Loyola Marymount University
Master of Arts - MA, Special Education and Teaching
2017 — 2020
University of Phoenix
Bachelor’s Degree Criminal Justice Administration, Organizational Security and Management, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
2013 — 2015
Heald College
Associates Degree, Business with an Emphasis in Criminal Justice, A.A.S Business, Administration of Justice
2007 — 2008
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