Degrees and Certifications:
- Master in Special Education from Arizona State University
- Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education Framingham State University
- AZ Standard Professional Cross-Categorical Special Education K-12 licensure
- AZ Standard Professional Elementary K-8 licensure
Specialization:
- Brianna has a wealth of experience and knowledge serving children with different disabilities, creating and adapting curriculum, and managing a team to support the classroom. Over her years as a teacher, Brianna has written over 100 IEPs and reviewed 100s more. Her experience lends a unique perspective on training and development for the teaching staff.
Years of Experience:
- 15 years of working in the field of special education within the private, charter, and public sector of the Arizona school system and continuing in KSA
- 13 years of special education teaching experience
- 13 years mentoring and supporting special education teachers
Key Achievements:
- Earned ACCEL Model Classroom
- Teacher of the Year 2019 for Silvestre S Herrera School in Phoenix, Arizona
Current Role/Responsibilities:
- Director of Special Education Services for the Female Campus
Personal Statement:
- Brianna began her special education career at ACCEL Arizona in 2010 and is proud to continue serving children with disabilities and their families with ACCEL in KSA today. She strongly believes that every child deserves a quality education from highly trained people who truly care about the children they work with. She is passionate about supporting teachers to create a classroom environment in which all students can reach their full potential.