Sara Riccio

Background

About Sara Riccio

I am a dynamic & energetic Educator currently serving as The Special Education Department Head & Intervention Specialist at Olmsted Falls High School! My background includes school administration, general education and special education instruction! Throughout my career I have been a leader in areas including curriculum development in both the online and brick and mortar setting, special education instruction, supervision of staff and programs, district representation at IEP meetings, professional development & teacher coaching as well as serving as a certified OTES 2.0 Evaluator. I am well versed in Special Education & School Law, overseeing the development and implementation of Individualized Educational Plans for students with disabilities. Furthermore, I am extremely knowledgeable in the Ohio Standards Extended and Ohio Alternate Assessment with experience overseeing a Low Incidence Program. I am a great collaborator that works closely with parents, families, students, teachers, staff, community agencies and related service providers to assure that as a team we best meet the needs of our students! I have been recognized and presented at iNACOL (International Associationfor K-12 Online Learning) Blended and Online Learning Symposium National Conference 2013, on Designing and Utilizing Competency-Based Learning Strategies for Online Learners with Special Needs. In 2012, I also presented at iNACOL on Implementing RTI in an Online Setting. While attending Kent State University where I graduated Magna Cum Laude, I was awarded membership in Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society in Education, Golden Key Honor Society, Tau Sigma Honor Society, and presented with the Distinguished Senior Award of Kent State University 2002. As I continue on my journey in education, I look forward in continuing to have a positive impact on the students, families and staff I interact with! My passion for bringing curriculum to life, and inspiring students to find their path & reach their greatest potential will continue to drive my motivation to impact those I serve!