Jeannette Hurd
Bassett
Summary
Seasoned Special Education Coordinator with a proven track record at Henry County Public Schools, adept in Transition Planning and IEP development. Demonstrated success in enhancing student outcomes through comprehensive educational strategies and staff development. Excels in fostering collaborative environments, showcasing leadership in special education initiatives, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Coordinator
Henry County Public Schools
Collinsville
10.2019 - Current
- Identified community resources that could be utilized by families of special needs children.
- Conferred with parents and staff to discuss educational activities and policies.
- Developed transition plans for students moving from one level or program to another or transitioning into postsecondary settings.
- Implemented policies, procedures and programs to carry out educational standards and goals.
- Provided guidance and support to teachers, staff, parents, and administrators on best practices in educating students with disabilities.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Provided professional development training sessions to faculty members on topics related to special education laws and regulations.
- Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
- Participated in IEP team meetings as needed by providing information about current assessment results and recommendations for instruction and intervention strategies.
- Determined allocations of funds for staff, equipment and authorized purchases.
- Served as a liaison between school personnel and outside agencies.
- Actively participated in school committees related to special education initiatives.
Educational Diagnostician
School Board Office, Henry County Public Schools
01.2017 - Current
- Receive student referrals and implement the assessment and evaluation process
- Selects, administers, and interprets achievement assessments instruments to determine eligibility for Special education services according to local, state, and federal guidelines
- Demonstrate knowledge of various special eligibility conditions and the challenges to learning
- Provide staff development training in schools and assist school personnel in identification of and understanding of students with disabilities
- Make appropriate recommendations to the IEP team as needed
- Collect and organize relevant assessment data from cumulative folders, classroom teachers, principals, support staff, and parents, as well as outside resource persons
Special Education Teacher
Laurel Park Middle School
01.2007 - 01.2016
- Provide direct services to students with special needs
- Serve on the Child Study Committee to provide suggestions for interventions and strategies for students in the child study process
- Use assessment and evaluation information to plan individualized programs and make instructional decisions for appropriate services for individuals with disabilities
- Serve as a resource for information on co-teaching, special education, small group instruction, and special education regulations
- Analyze data to plan instruction, activities, set goals and objectives, and monitor progress
- Support regular education teachers and administrators in the implementation of strategies to meet the needs of students with IEPs
- Schedule and facilitate IEP meetings within the present school and between schools
- Distribute information and manage coordination and completion of documents related to re-evaluation procedures for special education services
- Develop and provide professional development for special education and regular education teachers
- Develop positive relationships with parents and families in order to engage them in the IEP process
- Serve as a Teacher Leader within the building
- Coordinate progress report completion in accordance with district guidelines
- Review and complete state alternate assessments
- Mentor new teachers and supervise student teachers
Special Education Teacher
Thompson Middle School
01.1997 - 01.2007
- Managed IEPs and ensured compliance with deadlines
- Supported the implementation of accommodation and modifications for students with IEPs in the general classroom and within a smaller setting
- Administered educational assessments and provided reports for initial and triennial eligibility
- Provided direct instruction to students in a variety of classroom settings
- Scheduled and facilitated IEP meetings
Education
Master of Education - Special Education- Learning Disabilities
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VABachelor of Arts - English
George Mason University
Fairfax, VASkills
- Safety-CareTm Behavioral Safety Training
- Virginia IEP
- Transition planning
- Individualized education plan expertise
Timeline
Special Education Coordinator
Henry County Public Schools
10.2019 - Current
Educational Diagnostician
School Board Office, Henry County Public Schools
01.2017 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Laurel Park Middle School
01.2007 - 01.2016
Special Education Teacher
Thompson Middle School
01.1997 - 01.2007
Master of Education - Special Education- Learning Disabilities
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Arts - English
George Mason University
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