Leanne Palmer
Topsfield,MA
Summary
Experienced educational leader with strong focus on team collaboration and delivering impactful results. Skilled in curriculum development, staff training, and student engagement. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic educational environments. Equipped to drive academic success and foster positive learning culture.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Director of the TEAMs Program
Lynn Public Schools
07.2024 - Current
- Develop and implement procedures and policies that promote a safe medical setting and learning environment for students with severe disabilities and significant medical issues.
- Provide leadership and support to building based staff, including teachers, paraprofessionals, nurses and related service providers.
- Review, edit and approve Individual Education Plans to ensure appropriate completion and compliance with state and federal regulations
- Facilitate professional development opportunities to ensure staff are knowledgeable about best practices in Special Education as well as medical practices
Assistant Director of Special Education
Lynn Public Schools
01.2020 - 06.2024
- Supervise and coordinate the Early Childhood Evaluation Teams and educational placements for students ages three to five with disabilities.
- Collaborate with local agencies such as Early Intervention, Head Start and the Department of Children and Families around Special Education referrals and process.
- Complete Special Education compliance indicators as required by the Massachusetts Department od Elementary and Secondary Education
- Advocated for inclusion-focused approaches in curricular and extracurricular settings, ensuring opportunities for all students to participate meaningfully.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child And Family Studies
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH05.1997
Master of Science - Teacher of Students W. Special Needs/Elementary Ed
Wheelock College
Boston, MA08.1998
License Program - Principal/Assistant Principal
Merrimac Leadership Academy
Topsfield, MA06.2013
Skills
- Elementary 1-6
- Special Needs PreK-9
- Principal/Assistant Principal PreK-6
Timeline
Interim Director of the TEAMs Program
Lynn Public Schools
07.2024 - Current
Assistant Director of Special Education
Lynn Public Schools
01.2020 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Child And Family Studies
University of New Hampshire
Master of Science - Teacher of Students W. Special Needs/Elementary Ed
Wheelock College
License Program - Principal/Assistant Principal
Merrimac Leadership Academy
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