Krista Hanson
Beaverton, Oregon 97006
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Career Objective:
I am seeking to combine my Bachelors Degree in Social Science, Masters in Special Education, current education and completion of Masters in Counseling (Vocational Rehabilitation), fourteen years of teaching experience of students with disabilities to launch into a new challenging career opportunity. I would like to combine my unique blends of administrative, case-management, independence, and knowledge of ADA and disabilities to partake in vocational rehabilitation opportunities/case management specifically those with mental health issues. My passion, drive and strong work ethic will effectively be utilized by offering long-term opportunities for professional growth in recognition of dedication, drive and superior performance.
Education:
Pursuing Masters: Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling: Portland State University, Portland, Oregon. Currently attending 2007 to present G.P.A. 3.86
Masters of Science: Special Education, Portland State University, Portland, Oregon 2003 G.P.A. 3.9.
Bachelor of Social Science: Psychology & Sociology, Portland State University, Portland, Oregon, 2000, 3.92
Teaching Licensure – TSPC, Oregon.
Continued Education Licensure: Special Education, Portland State University, Portland Oregon, 2007 G.P.A. 3.92
Professional Experience:
Hillsboro School District – Hillsboro, Oregon 2002-current
Transition Specialist / Special Education Teacher
Write IEP’s, collaboration with staff/specialists, agencies, etc.
Functional Behavioral Analysis – FBA – implementation of BSP’s
Create, design, and implement individual programs.
Advocating for students in all areas of functioning
Coordinate volunteer work experiences within the local surrounding community
Collaboration with local, state and federal agencies as well as colleagues and direct staff...
Supervise and assistance with job development, training and implementation of Individual Education Plans.
Implementation of tests, inventories and creation of overviews and summaries.
Use and integration of various instructional methods, strategies and classroom management techniques.
Demonstration of time management in actively supporting a wide range of clerical skills
Research especially on the computer
Demonstrated dynamic communication, relationship and management skills in interacting with student’s, parents and specialists by following and implementing specific educational programs, and developed protocols as part of the supervisor position
Critique, mentor, support and supervision up to 15 instructional assistants.
Conducted thorough evaluations and consistent daily performance data of student progress and provided feedback on programs in regards to individual’s specific needs.
Collaboration with specialists as part of the Multidisciplinary Team.
Planning and collaboration with staff to meet expected timelines.
Train staff and held staff meetings and trainings as appropriate.
Oversaw budget planning for fiscal school year, following the confines of the budget presented by the Federal government.
Research and write grant proposals that were granted for specific individual needs.
Small time grants writing process – proven track record of $2000 for specific fundraising activities with an active networking association.
Independent and individual work style, as well as group style collaboration.
Collaboration, and development of work sites, independent ‘carved’ positions in community work sites.
Collaboration with community businesses in the creation and implementation of vocational programming.
Cooperation and collaboration with supported employment opportunities
Creation and implementation of programming of supported employment activities.
Flexibility
Knowledge of ADA, Federal Law, and Disabilities
Self-Determination Resources, Inc 2002 - current
Recreational Companion / Respite Care Provider
Bowen Property Management, Portland, Oregon 2001-2002
Leasing Consultant – Property Specialist Leasing
Century High School, Hillsboro, Oregon 1998-2002
Special Education Teacher, Case Manager
Woodmont School for Dyslexics, Portland, Oregon 1996-1998
Special Education Teacher, Case Manager
Professional Qualifications:
Proficiency in PC, Microsoft Word, Excel-spreadsheets, graphics, online research, creation of charts and typing abilities of approximately 80 wpm.
Management Training and Conferences: Working with Paraprofessionals,
Managing staff in a supervisory role - Mental Health – agency collaboration Testing; administration and analysis of scoring, implementation of behavioral plans and assessments, knowledge of Rules and OARS of State and Federal in regards to the Adult population receiving services,
Trainings: Seizures, Epi-Pen, Medication Training, Blood Borne Pathogen, First Aid, CPR/AED training, Behavioral Management, OIS (Oregon Intervention Systems), Collaboration and Management of Personnel Training, Sign Language, Diversity Training, Case Management, State and Federal Data Collection, Mandatory Abuse reporting, transition, and ADA consultant certified.
Current Member of: Kappa Delta Pi, Council Exceptional Children, Slingerland, National Education Association (NEA) and National Rehabilitation Association (NRA). , and American Counseling Association (ACA). Previously served as a Board Member on the Board of Directors of Edwards Enterprises.
Graduated: Magna Cum Laude 3.9 g.p.a with Masters in Special Education