Callie Robinson
Brighton
Summary
Accomplished educator and leader with a proven track record at C.R. Vision and Anchor Center for Blind Children, enhancing student development and fostering strong relationships. Expert in customer relations and small business operations, demonstrated through innovative teaching strategies and effective communication, significantly contributing to organizational growth and student success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner / Operator of C.R. Vision LLC
C.R. Vision
05.2022 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using therapeutic games and activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and therapist to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Teacher of Students With Visual Imairment
Anchor Center For Blind Children
07.2015 - 07.2022
- Worked in a variety of positions that included; teacher mentor, trainer, presenter (local and national), research assistant, ophthalmology clinic support, early intervention provider and preschool teacher.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing preschool classroom environment as well as home intervention environment that promoted emotional well-being and growth for all students and caregivers.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into the preschool classroom and home early intervention coaching for parents.
- Conducted assessments and maintained accurate records for data collection on the NAVEG study involving premature babies and CVI detection at Rocky Mountain Hospital under the direction of Dr. Cathy Smith.
- Presented locally and nationally on results of the NAVEG study and how to detect early visual impairments of children who are born prematurely.
- Assessed teacher performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to comply with university standards for teachers seeking teaching licensure as ECSEs and TVIs in early intervention and preschool settings.
- Participated as a member of Anchor Center's Strategic Planning Committee for the CVI initiative, Colorado Deafblind Advisory Council, and Deafblind Community Intervener Project,
DeafBlind Specialist
Colorado Department Of Education
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Attended state trainings and programs to deepen professional skillset as well as assisted in training fellow teachers on eligibility criteria for deaf-blindness and teaching strategies
- Created presentations for parent workshops on topics relating to supporting children with deafblindness.
- Collected data from and supported other Colorado schools and programs who teach children with deafblindenss.
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Uintah School District
08.2014 - 07.2015
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, adapting instruction accordingly to meet individual needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, using data analysis tools to inform ongoing instructional planning and decisionmaking.
- Implemented data-driven instructional practices, resulting in improved student performance on assessments and increased mastery of key concepts.
Teacher of Students With Visual Impairments
Utah Schools For The Deaf And Blind
08.2011 - 07.2014
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and specialists to create a supportive learning environment for each student.
- Selected and adapted instructional materials according to the unique needs of each visually impaired student, ensuring access to the same curriculum as sighted peers.
- Built strong relationships with students and their families by consistently demonstrating empathy, understanding, and commitment to each child''s success.
- Increased student motivation by creating engaging lessons that incorporated real-life applications of content material.
- Organized extracurricular activities tailored to the interests and abilities of students with visual impairments, promoting social engagement and personal growth.
Associate Instructor
University Of Utah
06.2013 - 06.2014
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective instructional strategies for teaching students with deafblindness.
- Conducted observations and provided reflective feedback for teachers seeking licensure as deafblind teachers.
- Attended regular meetings with the Special Education Department on improvement for teachers seeking licensure in visual impairments and deafblind teaching fields.
Technical Assistance/Trainer Coordinator
UNM Continuing Education
08.2007 - 08.2010
- Organized and conducted workshops and presentations for small and statewide trainings for childcare and preschool teachers in New Mexico
- Improved trainee performance with regular evaluations and constructive feedback.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through effective communication and motivational techniques.
- Increased trainer productivity by establishing clear expectations and providing ongoing support.
Preschool Teacher
New Mexico School For The Blind
07.2008 - 07.2010
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education, Visual Impairment
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT06.2007
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT05.2006
Skills
- Customer Relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship Building
- Verbal and written communication
Accomplishments
I was awarded Teacher of the Year at Utah Schools for the Deaf and Blind in 2011
I was instrumental in supporting Anchor Center for Blind Children in developing research and validating a vision screener that can detect a cerebral visual impairment, the leading cause of blindness in children in the US, as early as at birth.
I was picked to be on the Oversight and Planning Committee in collaboration with Family Voices on developing and implementing a study for the Community Deafblind Intervener Program that has now been legislated and passed as a bill to become widely accessibly for any family of a child with deafblindness for ages birth to 21.
Certification
I hold a current teaching license for Early Childhood Special Education and Teacher of students with Visual Impairments in Colorado.
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Owner / Operator of C.R. Vision LLC
C.R. Vision
05.2022 - Current
DeafBlind Specialist
Colorado Department Of Education
08.2018 - 03.2020
Teacher of Students With Visual Imairment
Anchor Center For Blind Children
07.2015 - 07.2022
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Uintah School District
08.2014 - 07.2015
Associate Instructor
University Of Utah
06.2013 - 06.2014
Teacher of Students With Visual Impairments
Utah Schools For The Deaf And Blind
08.2011 - 07.2014
Preschool Teacher
New Mexico School For The Blind
07.2008 - 07.2010
Technical Assistance/Trainer Coordinator
UNM Continuing Education
08.2007 - 08.2010
Master of Science - Special Education, Visual Impairment
University of Utah
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
University of Utah
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