Breanna Hansen
Hillsboro,OR
Summary
I am currently a self contained special education teacher with experience supporting students with behavioral, social-emotional, and academic needs. I am a strong relationship builder who strives to understand each student's unique strengths and challenges while creating a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment. I have experience implementing behavior plans, utilizing positive behavior supports, and helping students develop self-regulation and coping skills. I am passionate about collaborating with families and school teams to help students build confidence, make meaningful progress, and reach their full potential.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Self Contained Special Education Teacher
Forest Grove School District
Forest Grove, Oregon
08.2024 - Current
- Implemented behavior management strategies to support classroom engagement.
- Managed a paraprofessional team of 4.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Coordinated with support staff to address students' additional learning requirements.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Established positive relationships with students and their families.
- Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Encouraged student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
Special Education Teacher
Hillsboro School District
hillsboro, OR
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Conducted assessments to track student progress and adjust instruction.
- Facilitated small group sessions to reinforce core subjects effectively.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
DSP
Imagine Possibilites
Aloha, OR
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Supported individuals with disabilities in daily living activities and personal care.
- Assisted clients in developing social skills through engaging group activities.
- Monitored client progress and reported changes to the care team promptly.
- Facilitated communication between clients and their families to ensure understanding.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
Education
MBA - Special Education
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR06-2021
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Parent communication
- Empathy promotion
- Positive reinforcement
- Social skills development
- Data collection
- Behavior intervention plans
Certification
- Oregon Teaching License
- Special Education Endorsement
- Safety Care Trained
- Collaborative Problem Solving
Timeline
Self Contained Special Education Teacher
Forest Grove School District
08.2024 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Hillsboro School District
08.2023 - 06.2024
DSP
Imagine Possibilites
06.2022 - 09.2022
MBA - Special Education
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Oregon State University