Heather Brown
Raleigh County Schools
Daniels,WV
12
years of professional experience
Experienced Special Education Department Head and Teacher with strengths in team leadership, IEP development, differentiated instruction, and parent communication, delivering strong support for diverse learners and compliant student services.
Work History
Special Education Department Head
8 Years 3 Months- Directed day-to-day departmental operations by coordinating daily priority planning with school policies and instructional objectives.
- Supervised staff assignments, provided feedback, and supported consistent performance across department functions.
- Facilitated staff meetings, communicated expectations, and resolved workflow issues to maintain efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with district procedures, documentation requirements, and reporting deadlines.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and recognition of accomplishments among employees.
- Mentored junior team members, providing guidance and support to foster professional growth and success.
Special Education Teacher
12 Years 2 Months- Developed individualized instruction aligned with IEP goals and state standards.
- Coordinated classroom accommodations, modifications, and assistive technology for diverse learner needs.
- Coordinated communication with general education staff, therapists, and families to align student support efforts for success.
- Implemented positive behavior supports to improve classroom engagement and student self-regulation.
- Prepared compliant IEP documentation, progress reports, and evaluation summaries.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Guided students through transition planning processes, preparing them for post-secondary education and employment opportunities.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education Multicategorical
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant
Skills
IEP development
Differentiated instruction
Classroom management
Student support
Co-teaching experience
Parent communications
Assignment delegation
IEPs
Team collaboration
Coaching and mentoring
Verbal and written communication
Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Special Education Department Head
Raleigh County Schools
08.2018 - CurrentRead More
Special Education Teacher
Raleigh County Schools
09.2014 - CurrentRead More
Marshall University
Master of Arts from Special Education Multicategorical
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Alderson Broaddus
Bachelor of Science from Physician Assistant
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