Sabrina Hall
EMPORIA,KANSAS
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate professional with a strong background in elementary education, social work, and supporting families facing hardship and mental health challenges. Experienced in working with students with Severe Emotional Disabilities (SED), providing tailored support to ensure academic success, emotional growth, and overall well-being. Skilled in creating a safe and inclusive environment for students and their families, collaborating with community service providers, and utilizing evidence-based practices to foster positive outcomes. Passionate about empowering individuals and helping them navigate complex life situations while promoting resilience and stability.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Long Term Special Education Substitute
USD 253 Emporia Public School District
07.2022 - Current
- Work in a high incident classroom with tier 3 students, that have a variety of mental health needs, trauma, and or aggressive behaviors.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other professionals to ensure the social and emotional development of my students.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in special education instruction and assessment techniques.
- Established strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication channels to support student success both at school and at home.
- Supported the transition planning processes for students moving from one educational setting to another or preparing for post-secondary options upon graduation.
- Coordinated closely with related service providers such as occupational therapists, speech therapists, and psychologists to create comprehensive support plans for students.
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating individualized education plans and tailored teaching methods.
- Implemented data-driven instruction, regularly assessing student performance and adjusting teaching methods to improve outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and IEP goals to ensure compliance with state regulations and reporting requirements.
- Promoted a positive classroom atmosphere by modeling respect, empathy, and understanding towards all students regardless of ability or background.
- Supervised and trained paraprofessionals to serve students with high needs.
- CPI certified.
Family Support Specialist
Kansas Children's Service League
09.2017 - 07.2022
- Enhanced family well-being by providing comprehensive support services and resources.
- Assisted families in navigating complex social service systems to access needed supports and benefits.
- Conducted regular home visits to assess family progress and adjust support plans as needed.
- Maintained detailed case notes documenting client interactions, interventions provided, progress made, and any barriers encountered during service delivery.
- Strengthened families'' social networks through referrals to community programs that encourage peer support or mentorship.
- Advocated for families within various organizations, ensuring their voices were heard and needs were met.
- Evaluated client progress regularly and adjusted service plans accordingly to maximize positive outcomes.
- Monitored the safety and well-being of children within the household through regular check-ins and observations.
- Promoted community integration by providing extensive physical, emotional and social support.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
- Documented and kept a detailed log of every interaction with clients to ensure transparency.
- Created case plans of specific goals with timelines for each client.
- Provided transportation for clients to ensure the family needs were met.
- Collaborated and worked with community partners such as, Healthier lyon county, The Homeless Coalition, SOS, along with several other services in multiple counties.
Education
No Degree - Education
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS 08.2022 - 12.2025
High School Diploma -
Emporia High School
Emporia, KS 08.1993 - 05.1997
Skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Positive reinforcement
- Emotional support
- Data collection and analysis
- Transition planning
- Relationship building
- Parent communications
- De-escalation techniques
- Crisis prevention and intervention
- Social skills development
- Critical thinking
Timeline
No Degree - Education
Wichita State University
08.2022 - 12.2025
Long Term Special Education Substitute
USD 253 Emporia Public School District
07.2022 - Current
Family Support Specialist
Kansas Children's Service League
09.2017 - 07.2022
High School Diploma -
Emporia High School
08.1993 - 05.1997
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