Katie Rogers

Katie Rogers

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Special Education Teacher

  • Education

    • TeacherReady Program of West Florida University

      2020 - 2021
      Special Education and Teaching
    • Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

      2003 - 2007
      Bachelor of Science Rehabilitation Services
    • Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

      2007 - 2009
      Master of Science Rehabilitation Counseling
    • McKendree University

      2023 - 2025
      Master of Education - MEd Educational Administration and Leadership
  • Experience

    • Southern Illinois University

      Jul 2008 - Aug 2009
      Research Assistant

      Conducted research to assist with various projects based on drug and alcohol use. Utilized SAS database to input and track data. Presented findings at professional conferences. Administered SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention, Referral, Treatment) Training to State of IL employees.

    • Southern Illinois Regional Social Services

      Aug 2008 - Dec 2008
      Substance Abuse Counselor Intern

      Conducted individual counseling to clients with substance abuse disorders. Developed and modified treatment plans. Maintained accurate records and reports. Coordinated services with other professionals.

    • OPTIONS Transitions to Independence

      Jan 2009 - Aug 2018

      Advised student’s through various modalities to identify interests, understand capabilities and develop vocational goals. Cultivated and managed relationships with 50+ OPTIONS Internship Program partners Monitored student’s work performance to promote student success and employer satisfaction. Maintained accurate and complete records as required by program policies and state requirements. Developed and implemented a vocational based curriculum. Mentored, trained, and supervised professional staff and interns. Participated in recruitment activities, including tours of facility and acting as an exhibitor at conferences. Implemented Technology Liaison services between students, staff and the Technology Department. Show less

      • Lead Vocational Counselor, Internship Coordinator

        Aug 2009 - Aug 2018
      • Vocational Intern

        Jan 2009 - Aug 2009
    • Tri-County Special Education

      Aug 2018 - now

      Implement the Secondary Transition Experience Program (STEP) with the partnership of several high schools within Jackson, Perry, and Union counties. Provide pre-employment transition services to high school students who are eligible for Vocational Rehabilitation available through the Division of Rehabilitation Services. Transition Services may include but are not limited to self-advocacy instruction, career exploration, workplace skills instruction, assessing and researching post-secondary options including college programs and employment opportunities, and placing and supervising students in real-life work experiences. Show less

      • Special Education Teacher

        Aug 2022 - now
      • Transition Specialist

        Aug 2018 - Aug 2022
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Certified Rehabilitation Counselor

      Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification
    • Principal Certification

      Illinois State Board of Education
      Jun 2025
    • Learning Behavior Specialist I

      Illinois State Board of Education
      Oct 2021