Gloria Henson
Round Rock,TX
Summary
Special education leader with 17 years of experience in IEP development and team collaboration. Proven expertise in compliance monitoring and mentoring educators to foster supportive learning environments. Committed to delivering quality services for students with diverse needs. Actively pursuing opportunities to leverage skills as an educational diagnostician.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Department Chair
Round Rock ISD
Round Rock, Texas
08.2019 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans for students with diverse learning challenges.
- Coordinated training sessions for teachers on special education best practices, enhancing instructional strategies and student support.
- Monitored compliance with federal and state special education regulations to ensure quality services for students and adherence to legal standards.
- Led special education staff meetings to discuss curriculum and student needs.
- Mentored new special education teachers on classroom management strategies.
- Collaborated with parents to ensure effective communication and support services.
- Facilitated communication between parents, guardians, and school staff regarding progress reports and concerns, strengthening partnerships to support student learning.
- Coordinated parent-teacher conferences regarding individual student's IEPs.
- Organized and conducted meetings to discuss the implementation of special education programs, policies, procedures, and services.
- Provided support during crisis situations involving students receiving specialized services.
- Created professional development plans for special education teachers based on current best practices.
Applied Social Studies Teacher/Case Manager
Frenship High School, Frenship ISD
Wolfforth, Texas
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Crafted engaging lesson plans for diverse social studies topics, enhancing student understanding and interest.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to promote critical thinking and student participation.
- Applied classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment, promoting student engagement and respect.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, projects, and presentations.
- Provided individualized instruction for struggling students in order to help them achieve their academic goals.
- Developed individualized education plans in collaboration with teachers and parents.
- Coordinated student case management services, addressing diverse educational needs to support student success.
Special Education Teacher/Department Lead
Lubbock ISD
Lubbock, Texas
08.2010 - 05.2017
- Designed and executed compliant IEPs and progress reports, ensuring alignment with state-specific special education documentation.
- Created individualized education plans to address diverse student needs and enhance learning outcomes.
- Implemented classroom strategies to enhance student learning and engagement.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student progress.
- Advocated for students with disabilities by effectively communicating their needs to educators and families.
- Addressed student behavioral issues by following established school guidelines.
Director of Grant-Funded After School Program
Sherman ISD
Sherman, Texas
08.2009 - 06.2010
- Developed strategic plans to enhance student engagement and academic performance.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to ensure educational initiatives met district goals and enhanced program effectiveness.
- Oversaw budget management and allocated resources to maximize educational program impact and student outcomes.
- Championed community partnerships to expand learning opportunities for students.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
- Led professional development workshops for faculty and staff to improve teaching methods.
- Analyzed data to inform decision-making and strategic direction.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education With Educational Diagnostician
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies Education
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OK12-2008
Skills
- IEP development
- Special education compliance
- Parent-teacher communication
- Teacher training coordination
- Team collaboration
- Development planning
- Collaborative leadership
- Advocacy for special needs
- Inclusive education
- Data-driven decision making
Certification
Educational Diagnostician (pending), Special Education (EC-12), ESL Supplemental (EC -12), Social Studies (4-8), Social Studies Composite (8-12), Generalist (EC-6), Generalist (4-8)
Timeline
Special Education Department Chair
Round Rock ISD
08.2019 - Current
Applied Social Studies Teacher/Case Manager
Frenship High School, Frenship ISD
08.2017 - 05.2019
Special Education Teacher/Department Lead
Lubbock ISD
08.2010 - 05.2017
Director of Grant-Funded After School Program
Sherman ISD
08.2009 - 06.2010
Master of Science - Special Education With Educational Diagnostician
Lamar University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies Education
Southeastern Oklahoma State University