Holly Schramm

3424 E Lance Lane Phoenix, AZ. 85018 (480) 274-9912

hollyaschramm@hotmail.com

Employment: ________________________________________________
Veritas Preparatory Academy, Great Hearts Academies Phoenix, Arizona
07/2014 06/2015
Exceptional Student Services Coordinator
Supervisor: Michael Austin
o Provided direct and consultative services including providing all accommodations
and modifications as well as differentiated instruction/curriculum delineated in
students IEPs
o Maintained all responsibilities as a case manager for numerous Exceptional
Students with multiple/varying disabilities
o Educated families of their rights according to IDEAs Procedural Safeguards and
Special Education Law/Policies
o Worked with Arizona Department of Education and administrative team at Veritas
Preparatory Academy to create a college readiness plan for students with
disabilities which included alternative curriculum options to meet Veritas
Graduation Requirements and College Admission Requirements for ASU, NAU
and U of A
o Trained teachers in classroom management strategies and pedagogical
techniques for Exceptional Learners
o Attended monthly training seminars in, Disability Resources, Assessment
Policies and Administration, SAIS, Parent/Teacher Communication, ADE
Assistive Technology Services, Classroom Management and Post-Secondary
Education/Career Planning
o Assisted students in crisis situations and worked closely with local crisis
intervention organizations when needed
o Advised school assessment coordinator of alternative assessment eligibility and
accommodations/modifications permitted during state assessments
o Met with Arizona Department of Education Team to collaborate with regards to
teaching strategies and state assessment preparations to implement with
Exceptional Students in Arizonas lower-achieving schools
Scottsdale Community College Scottsdale, Arizona
08/2009 05/2010
Assistant to Advising Center Staff (Federal Work Study)
Supervisor: Michael Cornelius

o Provided information for incoming freshmen relating to registration, degree

requirements and coursework which solved problems for these students and
saved advising staff time during informational appointments.
o Developed materials and assisted advisement staff for numerous College KickOff Seminars.
o Applied extensive knowledge of post-secondary accommodations/modifications
for exceptional learners while networking with disability resources personnel at
SCC
o Assisted in-coming freshman in writing applications, college essays and
scholarship essays
o Extensive knowledge of FAFSA and scholarship application procedures
o Experience working with persons from diverse backgrounds with a commitment
to the success of underrepresented groups; effective written and verbal
communication skills; adaptable to a rapidly changing environment, and ability to
collaborate with various departmental service units; computer literacy.

Arizona Autism United Scottsdale, Arizona

05/2008 12/2010
Habilitation Therapist/Respite Provider (Autism)
Supervisor: Nicole Geremina Newhouse
o Provided in-home care for children on the Autism Spectrum teaching life skills,
self-regulation, emotional coping strategies and socially adaptive behavior skills,
o Implemented Applied Behavior Analysis methods to increase the social and
emotional abilities of children with Autism.
o As a case manager; monitored goals, prepared daily data sheets, collaborated
with state program representatives to assist families in coordinating outside
services for their children, attended IEP meetings to advocate for children with
disabilities and their families
Cherokee Elementary
Scottsdale Unified School District Scottsdale, Arizona
03/2008 06/2009
Para-Professional in Self-Contained Autism Program
Supervisor: Sharon Boomer
o Assisted students with behavioral issues in designing social stories that when
implemented, corrected the problem behavior.
o Trained new employees
o Monitored and assisted children during activities; dealt patiently with children;
maintained order and discipline while creating and providing a safe learning
environment
o Ongoing communication of special education policies and procedures with
families, co-workers, supervisors, service providers and the general public

o Assisted in administering state assessments and advocated for exceptional

students rights for state exams
o Attended Crisis Prevention Intervention Trainings, Applied Behavioral Analysis
Trainings, FERPA Workshops and Parent Information Seminars
Scottsdale Bible Church/Scottsdale Unified School District Scottsdale, Arizona
Assistant Teacher/Activities Coordinator
03/2008-8/2008
Supervisor: Steve Lee
o Instrumental team member in creating first Special Needs Summer Camp for
Students with Disabilities in the Scottsdale Unified School District
o Recruited camp attendees
o Trained new employees
o Actively recruited team members to provide needed health and behavioral
services
o Involved in day to day operations of camp, contacted organizations to donate
extra-curricular activities including soccer day, wildlife experiences, social and
emotional seminars and martial arts activities for camp participants.
Employment Prior to Entering College to Pursue Career in Education
Opened restaurants and trained staff in Phoenix, Arizona
1996-2001
o Paul Fleming,
o Dennis Mastro,
o Lessing Stern,

P.F. Changs China Bistro

Mastros Steakhouse & Marco Polo Dinner Club
Hops @ Fashion Square

Consultant to Aspiring Bar/Restaurants Owners in Houston, Texas

1993-1996
Big O Sports Restaurant
1991-1993
Managing Partner

Houston, Texas

o Handled all day to day responsibilities, bookkeeping, ordering, created all events
and oversaw all promotions
o Hired and trained all staff members and all bands playing at the venue
o Exceeded sales goals each month restaurant was in operation and received all
quarterly bonuses offered
o Created a portfolio for the sale of the restaurant and actively sought out potential
buyers
o Sold restaurant after 24 months, resulting in a 60% profit for all owners

Education: ________________________________________________
Plymouth State University

March 2015- August 2016

Masters Degree Special Education Curriculum and Instruction

Dr. Jennifer Gresko
Dr. Linda Carrier
*Expected graduation date August, 2016

Rio Salado College Teacher Preparation

March 2013- November 2014

Special Education Cross-Categorical Certification

Highly Qualified in Special Education
Arizona State University

August 2010- May 2012

Bachelor of Science / Family and Human Development

Summa Cum Laude
Scottsdale Community College
Associate of Arts Degree in Education
With Highest Distinction

August 2008- May 2010

Community Volunteer Efforts

Social skills training and reading readiness - for underprivileged children on the
Autism Spectrum during summer months
Miracle League of Arizona Team Mom for children with disabilities on the baseball
field, planned events and trained incoming volunteers.
AZA United / Scottsdale Bible Church Member of Volunteer Team assisting children
on the autism spectrum during holiday benefits, a variety of annual events and sports
camps
Scottsdale Bible Church Co -Director of Super Kids (Church service for children with
disabilities), volunteer member for Amazing Grace (Weekly get together for teens with
disabilities)
North Bible Church Special Ministries Team Member assisting church family
members with disabilities during service, VBS and in the community, advocating for
families with disabled family members (Attending IEP meetings, meeting with providers
and building bridges in the valley school districts with high-conflict families) and
mentoring church members with disabilities entering college
AWANA - Leader for K-3rd grade and a unique group formed for children with
disabilities, Coach for AWANA State Games
Habitat for Humanity Homebuilding team member
Kates Cup @ Northridge Community Church Former board member and co-chair
for moms of newborn to kindergarten children. Founder of Kates Closet a monthly
service for moms to clothe their families at no cost.
All Faith Communities Volunteer member assisting with numerous events and
donation pick-up/drop-off
Helping Hands for Single Moms Alumni member assisting with events. Creating
public awareness through interviews with The Soroptimist Foundation, A.S.U., Phoenix
Suns, Phi Beta Kappa of Phoenix and Valley News Stations
Awards and Scholarships
Soroptimist Womens Achievement Award

2009

Helping Hands for Single Moms Scholarship

2009-12

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship Arizona State University

2012

Disability Empowerment Scholarship Arizona State University

2011

Family Spirit Scholarship Arizona State University

2010

Phi Beta Kappa Scholarship Scottsdale Community College

2009,2010

Dougherty Foundation Scholarship Scottsdale Community College 2009-10