Expert in Special Ed and Sports Injury Prevention
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- Phone: (760) 271-1962
- Cell: (760) 2711962
Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness
General Specialties:
Education & Schools and Athletics & RecreationKeywords/Search Terms:
Qualifying SPED, IEP implementation, Football, Sports Pedagogy, Helmets, athletics , Student Safety, training safely, High School Coaching, Supervision, Sports Safety, IDEA, Equipment safety, teaching pedagogy, HS coaching, Sports, Concussion Prevention, Best Practices Teaching and Coaching, Evaluation, Learning StrategiesEducation:
MA Special Education, San Diego State University; BS Education, University of AkronYears in Practice:
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Educator and Coach with 37 years of experience in Special Education, Athletics and Teacher’s Union Leadership. I am Certified in Education and coaching K-12 with an MA. Expertise in working with students with emotional and learning disabilities, designing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and building student success through specialized instruction and athletic coaching. Skilled in safety, CPR, and first aid training, with extensive experience collaborating with trainers, medical professionals, and families. Recognized for leadership, mentorship, and commitment to student growth both in the classroom and on the field of play. Experienced educational leader and advocate with over a decade of union leadership, including three years as President of the San Dieguito Faculty Association (SDFA). Proven ability to lead complex negotiations, resolve disputes, and navigate legal protocols in educational settings. Skilled in public speaking, policy development, and stakeholder engagement, with a strong track record of representing faculty interests and upholding contractual and legal standards. Adept at building consensus, drafting official communications, and leading multi-level committees to effect policy change and support member needs.