Desiree M.

Henderson
12331 W. San Miguel Ave, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340

dhenderson1228@gmail.com

Cell: 480-600-0460

PHILOSOPHY

It is my strong belief that all students can succeed when given the opportunity; to this end I am not only
dedicated but also committed to ensure students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. I hold students
accountable for their actions or in-actions and serve to guide them in becoming independent, adept problem solvers
and learners. While I may not be qualified in every area I will do my best in any area.

QUALIFICATIONS

 Fingerprint Clearance Card

 Wrote individualized education plans, multidisciplinary education team reports and prior written notices
 Facilitated individualized education plan and multidisciplinary education team meetings
 Evaluated students for initial placement and re-evaluation eligibility
 Provided direct support for small group and/or one-on-one to students with special needs
 Maintained attendance, daily logs, behavioral data, and student files
 Worked closely with school staff to provide learning opportunities for students with IEPS and 504 plans
 Assisted teachers and reinforced the instruction taught in the classroom to the students
 Built strong relationships with students and families
 IEP-PRO, Power Schools, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Spreadsheets, Web and Social Skills

EXPERIENCE

Jr. High Special Education Teacher 6-8, Heritage Elementary School, Glendale, AZ
(July 2016 - Present)
Special Education Paraprofessional K-8, Liberty Traditional Charter School, Phoenix, AZ
(December 2014 - July 2016)
Paraprofessional, International Charter School of AZ DBA Hillcrest Academy, Phoenix, AZ
(August 2012- December 2014)
Paraprofessional, Imagine at Camelback Charter School, Phoenix, AZ
(August 2007- June 2008)
Child Care Attendant, Mountainside Fitness, Chandler, AZ
(January 2005- May 2007)

EDUCATION

BACHELOR OF COMMUNICATION- MAGNA CUM LAUDE

(Arizona State University, May 2017)

MASTERS OF SPECIAL EDUCATION

(Grand Canyon University, July 2017- Concluding December 2018)