Meet the Paras

Jennifer Hall

Hello, I am Ms. Jenn and I will returning for my 2nd year at Swanson, working in the ASD Center. I thoroughly enjoy my job and look forward to all the milestones I will see our kids achieve. I am excited to be a part of the Swanson team.

Nicole Heyn-Brontis

Hi I'm Nicole! I majored in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at CU Boulder and consider myself a bit of a nature nerd. I've always enjoyed working with kids and in addition to several years in childcare, I have substituted as a teacher and paraprofessional for DPS and then eventually landed at Swanson as a Literacy Tutor for the end of the 2023-2024 school year. I'm super excited to be working in the ASD Center Program this year!

Allyssa Romero

Hi! I am Allyssa! I double majored from MSU Denver after running track and field with a bachelor in Criminology/Criminal Justice and Psychology in May of 2024. I became and RBT for a while before becoming a Para for the ASD program this last January! I am super excited to be working in the center program again this upcoming school year (2025-2026). I love these kids/ the environment and although I promised my parents I would never be in education like they were, I digress and now I think I found my home to grow into!

Dannielle Winkinhofer

Hello, I am Ms. Dannielle and I have worked for Jefferson county for 20 years. This is my 6th year at Swanson Elementary School.

I have four kids: a 25 year-old, two 20 year-old boys and a 18 year-old daughter who also attend Jefferson county public schools.

Lisa Nelson

I grew up in Basalt and enjoyed all the wonderful things that are Colorado. I have a little sister that participated in the Special Olympics and it taught me from a young age that our differences are what make us special. I was privileged to be able to help with the athletes. I was a foster Mom for a 2 years. I have an amazing son who keeps me busy and smiling. I have enjoyed my short time working in the ASD center and am looking forward to next year. The students give me many opportunities to learn and enjoy my day.

Issac Shultz

Hi! I moved a ton growing up but I spent most of my time here in Colorado! I grew up facing many challenges as an autistic kid. I worked very hard and with the help of my teachers growing up I managed to become a well functioning autistic adult. That's what inspired me to work in special education! Working with these amazing kids has been such a fulfilling journey.

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