Madison Young

Experience

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  KIDS Therapy Associates inc.

  Dec 2012 - Jun 2015

  Receptionist/ Therapy Assistant

  While attending high school, I assisted occupational, physical, and speech therapists during sessions with patients diagnosed with autism, social and cognitive disorders, and other exceptionalities. After 1 year, I transitioned into the receptionist role where I greeted patients, scheduled, billed, made in-bound and out-bound phone calls, and performed general administrative duties.

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  Inspire Inc.

  Nov 2015 - May 2019

  Direct Support Professional

  As a full-time University Student, I provided respite, habilitation, and attendant care services to 6 children and adults with varying disabilities, designing, personalizing, and executing care and success plans for each client.

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  Paradise Valley Unified School District

  Jun 2019 - May 2021

  Special Education Teacher

  - Presented in-person and virtual instruction for up to 36 diverse learners using innovative teaching strategies.- Developed creative educational content incorporating technology-based tools, resulting in a 15% increase in student achievement.- Facilitated 60+ student success meetings, collaborating with parents and multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored education plans ensuring student success.

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  San Diego Center for Children

  Jun 2021 - Aug 2022

  Education Specialist

  - Presented in-person and virtual instruction for up to 36 diverse learners using innovative teaching strategies.- Developed creative educational content incorporating technology-based tools, resulting in a 15% increase in student achievement.- Facilitated 60+ student success meetings, collaborating with parents and multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored education plans ensuring student success.

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  High Tech High

  Sept 2022 - now

  - Lead strategic planning and execution of 4 district-wide special education programs.- Evaluate program effectiveness and develop data-driven solutions, coordinating necessary changes.- Cultivate meaningful relationships with internal and external teams, through effective communication, ensuring seamless coordination. - Developed and successfully launched a pilot special education program- Managed up to 3 projects/month using process- oriented strategies in the administrative and classroom setting.- Crafted a comprehensive annual curriculum and administrative duties calendar for 5 internal colleagues.

  • Program Coordinator

    Aug 2023 - now

  • Lead Education Specialist

    Sept 2022 - Aug 2023