Phyllis Hanna
Aurora,Colorado
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with superb leadership and communication skills. Cultivates trusting and productive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Caring and compassionate in addressing individual student needs and promoting positive educational experiences. Focused and diligent professional with in-depth knowledge of special education processes and quality documentation. Passionate equity champion.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IEP and Assessment Specialist .5, Moderate Needs Teacher .5
Douglas County School District
08.2022 - Current
- Conducted academic evaluations and audited special education documents to ensure compliance
- Coordinated and facilitated school-wide IEP meetings and bi-monthly team meetings
- Fostered an environment responsive to the complex social and academic development of all students in a specialized setting
IEP Team Lead Denver Online (One-year Position)
Denver Public Schools
10.2019 - 06.2022
- Collaborated in the development of a specialized education program for middle school students
- Contributed to Core Leadership Team
- Established inclusive online learning environments for improved educational accessibility
Special Education Instructional Specialist. Near Northeast
Denver Public Schools
10.2019 - 06.2022
- Provided effective support in resolving escalated cases as a district designee
- Supported multiple schools in achieving IDEA compliance by facilitating specialized instruction, professional development, and coaching
- Collaboratively established goals with key stakeholders
Moderate Needs Teacher/Transition Coordinator
Douglas County School District: Hope Online Learning Academy
08.2007 - 10.2019
- Demonstrated expertise as IEP team leader, developing personalized educational strategies for diverse learners across multiple locations
- Successfully implemented Restorative Practices, improving team collaboration and effectiveness through comprehensive staff training
- Connected with external resources to create individual transition IEP plans
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction-Literacy
Lesley University
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education/Elementary Education
Northwest Nazarene University
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Professional Development
- Trauma Informed Practice
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- IEP Compliance and Quality
- Restorative Justice
- Continuous Improvement
- Collaborative Team Member
Additional Experience
Learning Specialist
Payette School District #371 J
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports, and state-specific special education paperwork
- Implemented Sheltered Instruction techniques for students with diverse language backgrounds
Learning Specialist
Morrow County School District #1
- Provided services for students with low and high incidence disabilities through a resource room model, a life skills program, and a leveled behavior program
- Supervised and supported the success of paraprofessional staff
Learning Specialist
Hermiston School District # 8 Hermiston, Oregon
- Created individualized educational plans to foster personalized learning and promote IEP compliance within supportive classroom settings
- Promoted educational inclusiveness by providing IEP services through team teaching, as well as serving as the advisor for the Junior class
Learning Specialist
Molalla River School District #35 Molalla, Oregon
- Utilized needs assessments to design specialized educational approaches for students, encompassing Individual Education Plans (IEPs), 504 plans, and Advanced Learning Plans
- Mentored newly hired teaching staff
Certification
- 224329, Colorado Professional Teaching License, General Education (K-6), Special Education Generalist (5-12
- MLE Level 2 English/ELA-E certified, Denver Public Schools
Leadership Experience
- Member of Denver Public Schools SEO professional development team
- Completed Two-year Equity Experience
- SSD Coordinator for State Assessment Accommodations
- Restorative Practice Trainer of Trainers
- Assessment Team for Special Education Evaluations
- MTSS Student Intervention Team
- National Honor Society Advisory Board
- Site Council
- Inclusion Consultant
- Building Leadership Team
- Supported Education Department Chairperson
- Copper Rose Award
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
IEP and Assessment Specialist .5, Moderate Needs Teacher .5
Douglas County School District
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Instructional Specialist. Near Northeast
Denver Public Schools
10.2019 - 06.2022
IEP Team Lead Denver Online (One-year Position)
Denver Public Schools
10.2019 - 06.2022
Moderate Needs Teacher/Transition Coordinator
Douglas County School District: Hope Online Learning Academy
08.2007 - 10.2019
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction-Literacy
Lesley University
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education/Elementary Education
Northwest Nazarene University
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