Adrian Homer
Houston,TX
Summary
I am a reliable instructional leader in Special Education who demonstrates high level of ownership and initiative. Possessing exceptional work ethic and desire to go above and beyond to exceed company expectations. Offering knack for building productive working relationships. Successful in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments to manage goals and team development. History of thriving in team-oriented environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
District Lead Special Education Manager
Yes Prep Public Schools
07.2022 - Current
- Mentor SpEd Managers for the purpose of improving their instructional coaching abilities, improving IEP compliance, and promoting a professional learning community
- The person who serves in this role will be: Executing a bi-weekly touchpoint with assigned mentee Leading SpEd IER norming on your campus once per semester Collaborating with Director of Special Education to give feedback on Special Education program & share innovative ideas for improving student services & achievement
- Collaborate with Home Office Special Education Team to identify professional development needs, plan & execute Content Day & weekly call sessions with SPED Managers Participating in leadership development sessions for your own growth and development
- Planning and facilitating one leadership development session for your SpEd Manager peers.
Special Education Manager/Dean of Instruction
Yes Prep Public Schools
07.2021 - Current
- Setting special education goals/initiatives for the year that are aligned to the campus strategic priorities and ensuring that there is appropriate and timely data collection and review of progress on the goals/initiatives
- Working with Principal, Director of Academics, and Home Office Special Education team to develop action plans for constant learning and growth
- Managing, evaluating, and developing at least seven members of Special Education team, including Special Education Teachers, or independently managing significant processes within the Special Education team
- Demonstrating knowledge and implementation of content, compliance timelines and Special Education law
- Demonstrating knowledge and implementation of general education curriculum and other special programs
- Working with General Education staff to identify areas of academic need for students and appropriate targeted instruction, including creation of accommodated, modified, and alternate materials
- Attending Grade Level meetings to offer intervention assistance with students in Special Education and General Education
- Meeting regularly with campus administrators to discuss required paperwork from staff, upcoming due dates, areas of growth for special education staff, and any areas of need for the general education staff
- Assisting in planning and delivering instructional training sessions and staff development workshops to all teachers on the campus and within the district
- Supervising the implementation of district and state assessments for students in Special Education and the accommodations for all Special Populations for AP and SAT testing
- Ensuring the campus complies with all Special Education paperwork, including identifying students, adherence to IEPs and maintaining accurate state audit folders
- Preparing and conducting ARD/IEP meetings according to state and federal guidelines or managing, coaching, and evaluating campus Compliance Specialist as they prepare and conduct ARD/IEP meetings
- Planning and delivering engaging, rigorous instruction, according to students’ needs, teacher-created materials, and the provided curriculum, where applicable
- Maintaining a positive, safe, and organized learning environment
- Informing students and families about students’ progress and making parental contact by phone and/or conducting home visits when necessary
- Actively participating in all teams, including grade level, content team, and other teams as designated by the campus.
Special Education Department Chair/Dyslexia Coordinator
KIPP Texas Public Schools
03.2020 - 07.2021
- Setting special education goals/initiatives for the year that are aligned to the campus strategic priorities and ensuring that there is appropriate and timely data collection and review of progress on the goals/initiatives
- Working with Principal, Deans, Grade Level Chairs and KIPP Regional Special Education team to develop action plans for constant learning and growth
- Managing, evaluating, and developing at least three members of Special Education team, including Special Education teachers/paraprofessional on the team
- Demonstrating knowledge and implementation of content, compliance timelines and Special Education law
- Overseeing appropriate costs and budgetary items for the Special Education Department
- Working with General Education staff to identify areas of academic need for students and appropriate targeted instruction, including creation of accommodated, modified, and alternate materials for students in Special Populations
- Attending Grade Level meetings to offer intervention assistance for students in Special Education and General Education
- Meeting regularly with campus administrators to discuss required paperwork from staff, upcoming due dates, areas of growth for special education staff, and any areas of need for the general education staff
- Assisting in planning and delivering instructional training modules and staff development workshops to all teachers at the campus and within the district
- Supervising the implementation of district and state assessments for students in Special Education to ensure accommodations are accurate and given with fidelity
- Ensuring the campus complies with all Special Education paperwork, including identifying students, adherence to IEPs and maintaining accurate state audit folders
- Preparing and conducting ARD/IEP meetings according to state and federal guidelines or managing, coaching, and evaluating campus Special Education teachers/Paraprofessionals as they prepare and conduct ARD/IEP meetings
- Planning and delivering engaging, rigorous instruction, according to students’ needs, teacher-created materials, and the provided curriculum.
Social Studies Lead Teacher
KIPP Texas Public Schools
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Develop year-long Texas State standards-based unit plans and lesson plans that meet all students’ learning needs
- Use assessment data to modify short and long-term plans to promote all students’ academic performance
- Embrace and incorporate feedback in the spirit of constant improvement
- Collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor
- Establish and maintain working relationships with students and families based on trust and respect
- Participate in the daily functions of the school such as morning, lunch, and afternoon supervisory duties
- Attend critical school events such as staff meetings, open houses, and parent-teacher conferences
- Develop individualized learning plans for students and communicate these plans to families in parent meetings and conferences
- Meet professional obligations including timeliness and consistency in meeting deadlines
- Collaborate and work directly on the TELPAS team as a rater for the school.
Lead Special Education Teacher/Special Education Manager Successor
Yes Prep Public School
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Maintain accurate and complete student records, and prepare reports on children and activities, as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations
- Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement
- Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and professionals to develop individual educational plans designed to promote students' educational, physical, and social development
- Modify the general education curriculum (Social Studies for special-needs students, based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies)
- Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems
- Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress, and to determine their priorities for their children and their resource needs
- Focus on career and College Readiness
- Directly shadow the special education manager to gain knowledge on leading a special education department
- Case Manager
- Gather/input data and draft the online IEP
- Disseminate IEP information to general education teachers and relevant service providers
- Provide direct/indirect services to students on caseload
- Monitor IEP implementations
- Collect, analyze, and report data in a meaningful manner
- Update goals and objectives as required
- Develop and monitor behavior intervention plans
- Maintain knowledge of the ARD process and procedures through practice
- Ensure compliance with all state and federal laws, local board policies, administrative guidelines, and the Texas Educators Code of Ethics.
Education
Master of Science in Family and Marriage Counseling -
Prairie View A&M University
12.2014
Master of Arts in Counseling -
Prairie View A&M University
12.2012
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (Specializing in Juvenile Justice) -
Prairie View A & M University
12.2007
Principal Certification Program -
Lamar University
Skills
- Staff Development
- Team Leadership
- Staff Training and Development
- Instructional Leader
- Case Management
- Performance Evaluations
- Verbal and written communication
References
Upon Request
Community Service
- Ever Ready Masonic Lodge #506 F&AM
- Chi Sigma Iota International Counseling Honor Society
- Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
- HATCH Program Community Facilitator
- Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. (Chapter Advisor)
- Yes Prep Public Schools Pride Affinity Group Facilitator
Certification
- Special Education - EC-12
- Principal Certication - June 2024
Accomplishments
· Teacher of the Quarter 19-20 SY
· Lead Special Education Manager – 2 Years
· Highest Data for FW campus for Special Education students 21-22 SY and 22-23 SY for STAAR passing rate in the past 5 years.
· 100 % IEP Compliance for the FW Special Education Department for 3 years.
· 100% IEP Compliance for the KIPP Connect Special Education Department for 1.5 years.
· Coached (3) Teacher Incentive Allotment Recipients
Timeline
District Lead Special Education Manager
Yes Prep Public Schools
07.2022 - Current
Special Education Manager/Dean of Instruction
Yes Prep Public Schools
07.2021 - Current
Special Education Department Chair/Dyslexia Coordinator
KIPP Texas Public Schools
03.2020 - 07.2021
Social Studies Lead Teacher
KIPP Texas Public Schools
08.2019 - 05.2020
Lead Special Education Teacher/Special Education Manager Successor
Yes Prep Public School
07.2017 - 08.2019
Master of Science in Family and Marriage Counseling -
Prairie View A&M University
Master of Arts in Counseling -
Prairie View A&M University
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (Specializing in Juvenile Justice) -
Prairie View A & M University
Principal Certification Program -
Lamar University