Mary Beth Turner
Yuma
Summary
Leveraging over 30 years of experience in the field of special education, I offer exceptional coordination of services, collaborative leadership, and interpretation of psychological assessments, individualized education plans and statistical information, all driven by hands on experience to improve program efficiency and effectiveness.
Knowledgeable evaluator and mentor with strong foundation in fostering inclusive and engaging learning environments. Demonstrated success in creating tailored lesson plans that address diverse student needs and promote academic growth. Proven ability to incorporate effective classroom management techniques and utilize innovative teaching strategies to enhance student learning.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Self Contained Classroom Teacher
Crane School District
07.2019 - 05.2024
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance in classroom management techniques.
- Established a positive classroom environment that fostered mutual respect and cooperation among students.
- Developed and implemented creative learning strategies for diverse student populations, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects, enriching the overall educational experience for students.
Preschool Coordinator
Yuma School District One
08.2016 - 01.2019
- Successfully manages state and federal grant programs related to preschool funding.
- Collaborates with building, district, community and state agencies on a variety of issues including but not limited to grant funding, personnel, and professional development to include social emotional learning and cognitive development
- Coordinates program components, supports needs, and purchase materials for the purpose of delivery services which conform to established guidelines including: state licensing, grant requirements, and district policy.
Exceptional Student Services Coordinator
Yuma School District One
07.2004 - 05.2016
- Collaborated with teams to make decisions regarding eligibility, placement and services for students
- Established progressive and effective working relationships with district administration, certified and classified staff, parents and students.
- Trained in interpreting special education case law.
- Developed Individualized Education Plans and behavior support plans
Junior High Resource
Yuma School District One
09.1999 - 05.2005
Emotional Disabled
Private Day School/Arizona Children’s Association
09.1998 - 05.1999
Cross Categorical K-3
Crane School District
09.1995 - 05.1998
LD Resource
Dysart School District
09.1987 - 05.1988
Cross Categorical K-3
Crane School District
09.1982 - 05.1987
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
East Stroudsburg University
Masters - Special Education
Northern Arizona University
01.2014
Masters - Educational Leadership
Northern Arizona University
01.2005
Skills
- Systematic researcher
- Materials preparation
- Data management
- Efficient communicator
- Goal Orientated
- Self-motivated
- Collaborative Partner
- Problem Solver
- Effective Listener
- Meticulous evaluator
- Vigilant interpreter
Accomplishments
- Past Chairperson of the First Things First Yuma Regional Partnership Council
- Served on Arizona Department of Education Inclusion Task Force
- Lector, Commentator, Eucharistic Minister and Sacrastin of St. Francis of Assisi Parish
Timeline
Self Contained Classroom Teacher
Crane School District
07.2019 - 05.2024
Preschool Coordinator
Yuma School District One
08.2016 - 01.2019
Exceptional Student Services Coordinator
Yuma School District One
07.2004 - 05.2016
Junior High Resource
Yuma School District One
09.1999 - 05.2005
Emotional Disabled
Private Day School/Arizona Children’s Association
09.1998 - 05.1999
Cross Categorical K-3
Crane School District
09.1995 - 05.1998
LD Resource
Dysart School District
09.1987 - 05.1988
Cross Categorical K-3
Crane School District
09.1982 - 05.1987
Masters - Special Education
Northern Arizona University
Masters - Educational Leadership
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
East Stroudsburg University
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