Dr. Dianna Bright
5456 CR 547 Nevada,TX
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with extensive experience at Garland Independent School District, specializing in IEP development and effective communication techniques. Proven track record in facilitating family-centered IEP meetings and coordinating special education services, enhancing student support and collaboration among educators. Committed to fostering disability awareness and positive reinforcement strategies for student success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facilitator of Special Education
Garland Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
- Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs.
- Collaborated with families to provide resources for children outside of school district.
- Interpreted and analyzed academic data to maintain student development and retention.
- Coordinated with outside state agencies to acquire services for special needs children.
- Facilitated IEP meetings by using family-centered, strength-based approach.
Educational Diagnostician
Garland ISD/Community ISD
08.2019 - 06.2023
- Selected, administered and interpreted appropriate formal and informal assessments and evaluations.
- Applied knowledge of ethnic, linguistic, cultural and socioeconomic diversity for evaluation, planning, and instruction.
- Assisted school personnel in identification and understanding of students with disabilities.
- Offered informative workshops for educators, school leaders and faculty members.
Director of Special Education
Aransas County Co-Op
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Coordinated special education services through frequent principal collaboration and consultation.
- Coordinated staff evaluations for special education personnel.
- Contributed to district-level committees to support needs of students on IEPs.
- Allocated special education staff and addressed requests for additional allocations throughout school year.
- Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
Education
Doctor of Education Administration (EDD) - Educational Administration
Baylor University
Waco, TX06-1996
Skills
- Positive reinforcement
- Disability awareness
- Effective communication techniques
- IEP development
- Collaborative leadership
Certification
Mid-Management Certification
Counseling Certification
Supervisors Certification
K-12 Teaching Certification (Special Education)
K-6 General Education Teaching Certification
Timeline
Facilitator of Special Education
Garland Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
Educational Diagnostician
Garland ISD/Community ISD
08.2019 - 06.2023
Director of Special Education
Aransas County Co-Op
08.2016 - 06.2019
Doctor of Education Administration (EDD) - Educational Administration
Baylor University
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