About Katy

I have a Master’s degree in education with certification in special education. Having taught special education for 20 years in Maryland public schools, I am highly qualified to navigate the often murky waters of the I.E.P. team process.

Objective

To focus on academic areas of need through the advocacy process.

Experience

1992-2008: Harford County Public Schools , Harford County Maryland

Special Education Teacher

• Implementation of Individual Education Plans for developmentally disabled children grades Pre-K through 5.
• Preparation for and active participation in the I.E.P. meeting process involving special education students and their parents.
• Ongoing discussion of academic needs with teachers and parents to plan strategies for success.
• Administration of assessments to determine reading and math levels, as well as skill development in other areas.
• Training in and use of Orton Gillingham Reading Program
• Training in and extensive use of Wilson Reading Program

Education

December 2004: Loyola College, Baltimore, Maryland

• Completed a planned program of study for 30 credits beyond a Master’s Degree
• Concentration in Instructional Technology with an emphasis on Special Education Curriculum

September 1995: Towson University, Towson, Maryland

• M.A. Early Childhood Education
• Graduated Magna Cum Laude

Interests

Walking in nature, spending time with my family, volunteering, gardening, reading, counted cross stitch, music and dancing.

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Katy Bosserman, M.Ed.
Advocate

Linkedin
Phone: 410-459-3774
email: sunshine.kboss@gmail.com