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Lenna Michener

@lennamichener

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Dedicated special education teacher with extensive mentoring experience.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to further support special education initiatives and mentor future educators.

I am a passionate special education teacher with over two decades of experience in diverse educational settings. My journey began in Florida, where I taught K-6 students with various disabilities, and has evolved into a mentorship role within the Anchorage School District. I have a strong commitment to supporting students with special needs, ensuring they receive the tailored education they deserve.

Throughout my career, I have excelled in developing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and utilizing technology to enhance learning experiences, especially during challenging times like the COVID-19 pandemic. My dedication to professional development is evident through my ongoing education, including a Master's degree in Special Education and various certifications. I take pride in my ability to analyze data and provide actionable insights that help determine special education eligibility and improve student outcomes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Expert Instructional Support for Special Education

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Anchorage School District

Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 4 months)

Currently serving as a mentor and paperwork supervisor for teachers seeking special education certification, providing guidance on writing Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and data collection. Administers standardized academic tests, analyzes data, and reports scores with academic recommendations for special education eligibility.

Data Collection Curriculum Development Standardized Assessment Administration PowerSchool Navigation Special Education Certification

Special Education Teacher

Anchorage School District

Aug 2020 - May 2021 (9 months)

Taught K-2 special education students in a resource setting, utilizing various forms of technology to teach and engage students during COVID school closures. Participated in regular meetings with administrators, teachers, and parents to develop IEP educational plans and behavior plans.

K 2 Instruction Resource Setting Teaching Behavior Plans Standardized Assessment Administration Data Analysis

Special Education Teacher

Anchorage School District

Aug 2016 - May 2019 (2 years 9 months)

Taught K-6 special education students in a resource setting and served as the Student Support Team Coordinator. Mentored a University of Alaska Anchorage graduate student for student teaching practicum and administered standardized tests for special education eligibility.

K 6 Instruction Resource Setting Teaching Student Support Team Coordination Mentoring Standardized Assessment Administration Classroom Management

Special Education Teacher

Okaloosa County Schools

Aug 1999 - May 2002 (2 years 9 months)

Taught a K-6 self-contained special education classroom for students with communication, visual, physical, and cognitive delays. Participated in a M.O.V.E. Curriculum study to gather data on students with mobility challenges, focusing on functional tasks for independent living skills.

K 6 Instruction Curriculum Development Data Collection Mobility Challenges Support Independent Living Skills Communication Delays Support

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Northwest Missouri State University

Masters of Science, Special Education

Grade: 4.0 GPA

Pursuing a Masters of Science in Special Education with a focus on Educational Diagnostician and School Psychological Examiners Certificate. Completed 150 observation hours with a certified school psychologist, achieving a 4.0 GPA. Administered various standardized assessments including WISC-V, KTEA-3, BASC-3, Vineland, TERA, TEMA, TOWL, KeyMath, and WIAT III in a school setting.

Alaska Pacific University

Professional Development, Education

Engaged in ongoing professional development through continuing education courses. Focused on enhancing skills relevant to the education field.

University of Alaska Anchorage

Professional Development, Education

Participated in continuing education courses to further professional development. Focused on enhancing skills relevant to the education field.

University of West Florida

Professional Development, Education

Completed continuing education courses to enhance professional knowledge. These courses were undertaken between 1999 and 2002.

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Bachelors of Science, Education of Deaf Children

Grade: 3.0 GPA — Dean’s List

Earned a Bachelors of Science in Education of Deaf Children, achieving a 3.0 GPA and Dean’s List recognition. Completed a teaching practicum at Central North Carolina School for Deaf and gained fluency in three American Signed Systems (ASL, PSE, SEE). Participated in a rural grant scholarship, gaining student teaching experience in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, to educate teachers on meeting t