Anita VanHorn
Highspire
Summary
Dynamic Evaluation and Education Support Coordinator at Catherine Hershey School for Early Learning, skilled in developing IEP strategies and enhancing curriculum access for children with developmental delays. Proficient in developmental assessments and committed to connecting families with vital resources, demonstrating strong communication and organizational abilities to drive impactful outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Evaluation and Education Support Coordinator
Catherine Hershey School for Early Learning
Hershey
08.2023 - Current
- Coordinated with teaching staff and coaches to implement ISFP/IEP strategies in curriculum.
- Researched and recommended tools to enhance curriculum access for children with developmental delays.
- Organized data for children's assessments to facilitate comprehensive evaluations.
- Assessed, evaluated, planned, and coordinated screenings with teachers and families.
- Supported evaluation processes for behavioral concerns; disseminated intervention research to staff.
- Referred children to appropriate programs addressing specific needs after thorough research.
- Ensured compliance with procedures for children requiring additional services.
- Connected families to resources for children not qualifying for early intervention services.
Special Instructor
TMB Therapy
Lemoyne
03.2019 - 08.2023
- Administer the BDI2-NU or DAYC2 for Early Intervention in York/Dauphin/Lebanon/Lancaster Counties to determine eligibility for children birth to three
- Write the Evaluation Report
- Provide recommendations to support early childhood development
- Educate parents on early childhood development
- Provide resources for medical and educational needs
- Link families to community resources
- Develop outcome goals
- Write developmentally appropriate teaching strategies in the evaluation report for service providers
- Determine the appropriate service provider to work on outcome goals and the frequency services will be delivered
Inclusion Support Specialist
Keystone Human Services, Inc.
Harrisburg
11.2006 - 03.2019
- Provide direct services to children with Individualized Education Plan
- Develop lesson plans to support child's goal(s)
- Assist teachers with modifications and accommodations that may be needed based on individual child's needs in the classroom setting
- Provide support, visuals and materials as needed to child, parents and/or staff
- Maintain data collection notes
- Coordinate with Capital Area Intermediate Unit (CAIU) staff for written progress reports every 4 months for each child
- Write transition reports about child's strengths and needs for those going to kindergarten and share with parents, school district and CAIU
- Attend transition meetings
- Maintain communication with CAIU staff regarding child evaluations for services and child receiving services
- Attend CAIU meetings monthly for coordination of services
- Conduct parent interviews for children being evaluated
- Monthly meetings with Inclusion Staff and Supervisor
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Ashford University
San Diego, CA01.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University
San Diego, CA01.2012
Skills
- Strengths-based mindset
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Proficient computer skills
- Knowledge of child development
- Flexible and proactive
- Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices
- Child Plus
- IEP/IFSP development and outcome goals
- Excellent organization and time management
- Trauma-informed
- OCDEL, DHS
- Developmental and Behavioral Assessments
Certification
- CPR/First Aid
- Handle with Care Trainer
Custom
- Worked closely with previous Health Service Manager and assumed duties of the role as requested
Timeline
Evaluation and Education Support Coordinator
Catherine Hershey School for Early Learning
08.2023 - Current
Special Instructor
TMB Therapy
03.2019 - 08.2023
Inclusion Support Specialist
Keystone Human Services, Inc.
11.2006 - 03.2019
Master of Arts - Special Education
Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University
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