Larena Hahn
Port Lavaca,TX
Summary
Dedicated teaching professional with 23 years of experience in education and proven knowledge of classroom management, curriculum implementation and support, instructional coaching, and an ability to build, nurture, and support relationships. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings a positive attitude and a commitment to continuous learning and growth, and is eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Currently seeking a position to utilize extensive experience in education in new and challenging ways.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Literacy and Reading Specialist
Calhoun County ISD
07.2023 - Current
- Built positive and productive relationships with teachers to drive improvements in early childhood classrooms
- Supported implementation of research-based instructional practices across the district to improve overall reading proficiency among students
- Analyzed data trends to identify areas of need and inform instructional decision-making processes related to reading instruction and interventions
- Worked with teachers, instructional specialists, and admin to disaggregate data and offer solutions to improve student achievement
- Participated in facilitation of grade level planning sessions to help achieve district alignment
- Collaborated with fellow district administration to provide professional development, training, instructional and testing support, and observation-feedback to teachers
- Served as a resource for educators by providing professional development workshops or PLC mini-PD sessions to guide teachers in utilizing best practices in literacy instruction
- Mentored new teachers in literacy instruction methodologies, sharing expertise and best practices for successful outcomes
- Assisted in the selection and adoption of appropriate curriculum materials aligned with state standards and district goals.
- Coordinated district-wide Early Childhood testing windows and assisted in other testing support as needed
Specialist
Region 3 ESC
07.2021 - 06.2023
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work
- Facilitated weekly PLC's with districts to work toward lesson internalization and delivery of HQIM
- Built coaching relationships with teachers to work on lesson planning and classroom management
- Collaborated with other specialists to develop and present professional development sessions
- Worked with other ESC specialists to support schools in HQIM implementation and alignment
Elementary Teacher
Calhoun County ISD
12.2001 - 06.2021
- Kindergarten and First Grade self-contained classroom instruction in RLA, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science, as well as serving students in the ESL and GT programs
- Collaboration with school and district colleagues on lesson planning, curriculum, and instruction
- Developed innovative approaches in technology and student involvement
- Key to the implementation of training in the use of Thinking Maps and Write From the Beginning for Seadrift School and CCISD
- Participated in Texas Reading Academies pilot program
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families through consistent communication and involvement in school events.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, deepening students understanding of multiple subjects.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
- Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
- Increased overall student achievement by utilizing differentiated instructional methods tailored to individual learning styles.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Houston
Victoria12.2001
Skills
- Utilization of Technology
- Thinking Maps and Write from the Beginning Trainer
- Professional Development Facilitation
- Skilled in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
- Collaboration with other specialists
- Willingness to adapt
- Time management abilities
- Communication skills
- Professional Relationship Development
- Effective Coaching Partnerships
- Data Analysis
- Personalized Educator Guidance
- Early Literacy and Foundational Skills experience
- Small group instruction and intervention planning
Certification
- Elementary Education
- Early Childhood
- English as a Second Language
- Gifted and Talented Program
Timeline
Early Literacy and Reading Specialist
Calhoun County ISD
07.2023 - Current
Specialist
Region 3 ESC
07.2021 - 06.2023
Elementary Teacher
Calhoun County ISD
12.2001 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Houston
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