Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Hobbies and Interests
Leadership Experience
Communication Skills
Certification
Timeline
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LISA DUNCAN

LISA DUNCAN

Willits,CA

Summary

Dynamic Program Specialist with extensive experience at Willits Unified School District, excelling in IEP management and teacher mentoring. Proven track record in enhancing special education compliance and delivering impactful professional development. Adept at behavioral assessment and data analysis, driving successful post-secondary transitions for students with diverse needs.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Program Specialist

Willits Unified School District
WILLITS, CA
07.2023 - Current
  • Managed IEP compliance
  • Mentored new teachers
  • Provided Professional Development for all special education teachers
  • Completed testing for students
  • Specialist in post-secondary transition
  • Special projects as assigned

Program Manager

Vallejo City Unified School District
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Managed 15 elementary sites
  • Managed district DHH program
  • Oversaw IEP compliance

Teacher

William S. Hart Union High School District
08.1999 - 07.2022
  • Resource Specialist for students with learning disabilities
  • Extensive needs teacher

Teacher

Colton Joint Unified School District
07.1997 - 06.1999

Education

E.D.D. -

City University of Seattle
Seattle, WA
01.2026

M.S. - special education and an administrative credential

National University
Sherman Oaks, CA

B.S. - psychology

University of Redlands
Redlands, CA

multiple subject credential - CLAD certification

Brigham Young University
Provo, UT

Skills

  • IEP management
  • Teacher mentoring
  • Professional development
  • Special education compliance
  • Post-secondary transition
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Data analysis

References

  • Sheri Jepperson, Special Education Coordinator, Vallejo City USD, (801) 201-1322
  • Pete Getz, Principal, Valencia High School, (661) 294-1188
  • Tracy Moscoe, Assistant Principal, West Ranch High School, (661) 222-1220

Hobbies and Interests

I am anxious to bring my extensive experience to the university level to prepare the next generation of special education practitioners.

Leadership Experience

  • Program Manager for 15 elementary sites
  • Department Chair for 18 years
  • Intern Administrator for summer school for 2 years
  • BTSA Support Provider for 10 years
  • California Modified Assessment Review Panel in Sacramento over 10 years
  • Hart Induction Trainer 5 years
  • Workforce Prep (TPP) Curriculum Panel 15 years

Communication Skills

  • I have extensive experience with various computer systems, including SEIS and Unique Learning Systems.
  • I managed a moderate SDC classroom via distance learning.
  • I am an advocate of proactive communication and work hard to keep families involved in the education of their children.

Certification

CCTC Administrative Credential - Active
CCTC Education Specialist Credential - Active
CCTC Multiple Subject Credential - Active

Timeline

Program Specialist

Willits Unified School District
07.2023 - Current

Program Manager

Vallejo City Unified School District
08.2022 - 06.2023

Teacher

William S. Hart Union High School District
08.1999 - 07.2022

Teacher

Colton Joint Unified School District
07.1997 - 06.1999

E.D.D. -

City University of Seattle

M.S. - special education and an administrative credential

National University

B.S. - psychology

University of Redlands

multiple subject credential - CLAD certification

Brigham Young University
LISA DUNCAN