Sherri Thrasher-Campbell
Cedar Hill,TX
Summary
Proficient leader in special education, with strong skills in compliance and data management. Known for fostering collaboration among educators and effectively addressing logistical challenges. Dedicated to enhancing educational outcomes for students with disabilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Dallas ISD
Dallas, Texas
10.2023 - Current
- Ensures that federal/state timelines are met with respect to functions of ARD Committee meetings; requests for additional assessments and required timelines set by ARD Committee.
- Monitors ARD paperwork completed by campus personnel, completes and turns in ARD paperwork to official audit file, completes applicable ARD supplements with accompanying data collected by campus staff (i.e., all IEPs, BIPs, Transition etc.).
- Completes lists, forms, reports, PEIMS forms, and data required by the Special Education Office by the due dates (e.g., transportation forms, ESY forms, October counts, etc.)
- Provides for systematic communication among special and general education personnel (with respect to ARD meetings and decisions).
- Follows the beginning and end of the year procedures for yearly ARD calendar, folder request, audit folder review, folder exchanges, assist with preparing IEPs, accommodations and BIP distribution.
- Assists campus administrator(s) to ensure compliance with mandates for due process guaranteed to students with disabilities by state/federal law; ensures compliance with local policies and procedures outlined for this population.
Coordinator
Dallas ISD
Dallas, Texas
01.2022 - 10.2023
- Provide general knowledge and guidance in special education laws, policies and procedures to district personnel.
- Assist Special Education Region Managers to provide supports to all campuses and vertical teams within assigned region. Serve as a point of contact for Principals, Special Education Campus Leaders, and Evaluation staff.
- Collaborate with program supervisors and other specialties on the implementation of special education initiatives, such as EasyIEP, and/or program changes and initiatives.
- Assist Special Education Region Managers in solving logistical and operational issues related to special education service delivery and compliance.
- Monitor the application of Special Education Federal/State regulations and Local Board Policy and provide training and feedback to Special Education staff, school administrators, and other personnel to ensure compliance with mandates guaranteed to students with disabilities.
- Conduct regular campus visits to observe, provide feedback, and make recommendations to staff and administrators to improve the implementation of students' Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals and services.
- Work collaboratively with Special Education Region Specialists to monitor, train, and provide continuous support to teachers and teacher assistants to enhance programs, services, and supports for students by reviewing, analyzing, and providing effective feedback on their work in the learning environment.
Special Education Itinerant Teacher
Dallas ISD
Dallas, Texas
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Work collaboratively with district leadership, campus administrators, and instructional staff to ensure effective implementation of students’ IEPs.
- Provide expert knowledge and guidance regarding current special education laws, policies, and procedures to district and campus stakeholders.
- Develop and deliver professional development focused on special education compliance, instructional best practices, and procedural updates.
- Support campuses in resolving complex and high-risk special education concerns, including critical and compliance-related cases.
- Conduct campus visits to observe instructional practices, monitor student supports, and complete required classroom documentation.
- Assist in the management, analysis, and resolution of special education data and compliance indicators.
- Provide curriculum and instructional support to special education teachers and campus leadership to strengthen student outcomes.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Concordia University
Austin, TX05-2014
Skills
- Compliance monitoring
- Individual education plans
- Special education laws
- Data management
- Program evaluation
- Educational leadership
References
References available upon request.
Affilications
- National Board Teacher
- Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)
- National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
- Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Timeline
Manager
Dallas ISD
10.2023 - Current
Coordinator
Dallas ISD
01.2022 - 10.2023
Special Education Itinerant Teacher
Dallas ISD
01.2018 - 01.2022
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Concordia University