Special Education A Team

Barbara H. Dorsey

*** *. ******* ***, *** *, Grambling, LA 71245

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Core Competencies

Communication • Special Education • IEP Development • Instruction & Curriculum Design • Case Management • Leadership • Classroom Management • Time Management • Data Analysis • Student Engagement • LMS Platforms • Coaching & Mentorship • Diversity & Inclusion • Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) • Collaboration

Education

University of the Rockies

Doctorate in Psychology – Sport and Performance (Postponed)

Texas Southern University

M.Ed. – Counselor Education

Grambling State University

Bachelor – Therapeutic Recreation

Associate – Criminal Justice

Certifications

Texas Education Agency (TEA# 1821615) 04/01/2021-03/31/2027

- Special Education EC–12 (161)

- Generalist 4–8 – 04/2014

- Pedagogy & Professional Responsibilities EC–12

- ESL Supplemental EC–12 –

Arizona Certification (#2024K16001) – Issued: 04/29/2024-4/29/2030

Louisiana Certification (#3685433) – Issued: 02/2025-02/24/2030

- Middle Grades 4–8

- Mild/Moderate 1–12

- Early Interventionist: Birth–5

- English as a Second Language

Violence Intervention & prevention Center

Domestic Violence Counselor BIPP Guidelines/ BB0040 11/10/2006

Certified Anger Therapist BIPP Guidelines/ 00312 10/27/2006

Professional Experience

Orange Tree Staffing – Special Education Contractor

2024–2025

Developed and implemented IEPs tailored to student needs.

Provided behavioral and academic support across diverse learning environments.

Collaborated with staff and families to ensure inclusive, safe classrooms.

McReynolds Middle School, Houston ISD – Special Education Co-Teacher / Dyslexia Support

2023–2024

Co-taught core subjects and designed lesson plans collaboratively.

Delivered dyslexia intervention aligned with student learning profiles.

KIPP Journey Collegiate – Special Education, 504, & Testing Coordinator

2023

Oversaw implementation of special education services and compliance.

Coordinated 504 plans and school-wide testing.

Maintained confidentiality and data integrity per FERPA standards.

Angleton High School, Angleton ISD – SOARS/In-Class Support Teacher, Coach

2022–2023

Supported students in achieving IEP goals in inclusive settings.

Coached basketball and cross-country teams, fostering discipline and teamwork.

Dr. Ronald E. McNair Jr. High, Alvin ISD – Fundamentals Teacher / Coach

2021–2022

Taught functional academics and life skills to 6th–8th grade students.

Coached basketball and track teams in development-focused programs.

Alief Taylor High School, Alief ISD – Life Skills Teacher

2014–2021

Delivered cross-curricular instruction and life skills for students with disabilities.

Led extracurricular programs including garden club and cheer squad.

Highland Elementary, Goose Creek CISD – Long-Term Substitute, Special Education

2013–2014

Designed modified curriculum for special education students in self-contained settings.

Miracles in Progress Childcare Services – Childcare Director

2003–2013

Led early education programs focused on academic readiness and special needs support.

Partnered with Head Start to expand learning center initiatives.

Additional Experience

Fort Bend Counseling Services – Lead Counselor / Case Manager

2006–2013

Delivered court-mandated counseling on topics such as anger management and substance abuse.

Partnered with truancy courts to support at-risk youth and families.

Contract Roles – Various

1999–2010

Texas Child Foster Care – Case Manager

Harmony House / Respite Center – Director of Services

Educare Community Living – Qualified Mental Retardation Professional (QMRP)

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