Michelle Hanmond
Rock Island,IL
Summary
Seasoned educational leader from Black Hawk Area Special Education District, adept in academic administration and fostering interpersonal relationships. Excelled in enhancing school culture, supervising educational staff, and significantly improving student performance data. Demonstrates a proactive approach in mentoring educators and engaging parents to achieve a collaborative and safe learning environment. State-wide expert on collaboration with private social service agencies.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal of the Phoenix Program
Black Hawk Area Special Education District
East Moline, IL
07.1984 - 06.2024
- Developed, implemented and evaluated school policies and procedures.
- Provided instructional leadership to faculty and staff in the areas of curriculum development, assessment practices and professional growth activities.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, students and members of the community to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Supervised administrative staff responsible for student records, health services, transportation and food services.
- Oversaw compliance with state and federal laws related to education programs, student rights and safety regulations.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, administrators, families and other stakeholders in order to promote collaboration among all participants in the educational process.
- Monitored student academic performance data in order to identify trends or areas of need that require additional resources or support.
- Organized regular meetings with faculty members to discuss issues related to instruction, assessment strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Served as a liaison between school administration, local government agencies and external organizations involved in providing educational services.
- Created an environment where all students feel valued regardless of their background or cultural identity.
- Promoted an atmosphere of respect amongst students by enforcing disciplinary codes consistently throughout the school year.
- Worked closely with guidance counselors to develop individualized learning plans tailored to meet each student's needs.
- Reviewed test scores from standardized tests administered at different grade levels in order to track academic progress over time.
- Developed positive relationships with school students, teachers and local community.
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees.
- Facilitated staff meetings to convey policy changes and hear employee input.
- Interacted positively with staff to demonstrate professional conduct expectations of teaching and administrative personnel.
- Informed students and parents of policies and procedures regarding student behavior and disciplinary actions.
- Resolved various situations to cultivate strong student and parent relationships.
- Evaluated student behavior issues by reviewing established discipline standards and noting trends in infractions.
- Enforced school rules for attendance, discipline and honesty.
- Conferred with parents and staff to discuss educational activities, policies and student behavior or learning problems.
- Oversaw day-to-day work of classroom teachers, administrative staff and school personnel to expertly serve students' needs and meet district and state standards.
- Developed instructional methods and content for educational or student activity programs.
Special Education Teacher Then Head Teacher
Black Hawk Area Special Education District
East Moline, IL
07.1984 - 07.1991
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Established positive relationships with students and their families.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Instructed special education classes using evidence-based practices.
- Served as an advocate for special education students within the school system.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL07-1988
Bachelor of Science - Education
Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, IL05-1984
Skills
- Safety and security procedures
- School culture
- Educational staff supervision
- Student performance data
- Academic administration
- Annual reviews
- Staff and educator guidance
- Relationship building and networking
- Education administration
- Academic instruction
- Academic program management
- Group and individual instruction
- Emergency incident planning
- Interpersonal strengths
- Verbal and written communication
- Parent engagement
- Training and mentoring
- Employee oversight
- Discipline
- Lengthy experience with interagency collaboration/ Bethany for Children and Families
Certification
General Administrative K-12, September 1991
Timeline
Principal of the Phoenix Program
Black Hawk Area Special Education District
07.1984 - 06.2024
Special Education Teacher Then Head Teacher
Black Hawk Area Special Education District
07.1984 - 07.1991
General Administrative K-12, September 1991
Master of Science - Education
Western Illinois University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Loyola University of Chicago
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