AMBER L. GALLEMORE
Lithia,FL
Summary
Education leader with 24 years of experience specializing in MTSS and ESE program leadership and a proven track record in developing and implementing successful district-level procedures. Skilled in developing and leading teams to achieve compliance with state and federal regulations, including IDEA and Section 504, and using student data to guide support decisions. Committed to maintaining a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students. Established an ESE program for a new school district serving students across 38+ facilities statewide and led teams supporting 600+ students. Oversaw development of 1,000+ IEPs and 400+ Section 504 plans in a school year, while leading teams through state monitoring with 100% compliance.
Overview
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1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
ESE Manager
Florida Scholars Academy/FLVS
09.2024 - 10.2026
- Guided ESE team through FSA first two state desktop monitoring reviews, earning 100% compliance with no state corrective action.
- Managed development of 800+ IEPs (2024–2025) and 1000+ IEPs (2025–2026), ensuring IDEA compliance and effective implementation oversight.
- Built ESE program for new school district and created district procedures aligned with state and federal requirements.
- Managed development of 400+ Section 504 plans over the past two years.
- Supported eligibility determinations, staffing, evaluations, IEPs, Section 504 plans, and educational plans (EPs) while tracking requirements.
- Led Student Support Team (SST) meetings and monitored implementation of MTSS interventions with fidelity for ESE students and students referred for evaluation.
- Supervised 4–6 ESE specialists and 504 coordinators to support 600+ students across 38+ Department of Juvenile Justice facilities statewide; hired, evaluated, coached, and trained staff.
- Facilitated complex IEP meetings with families and professionals to ensure compliance while addressing student needs and parent concerns. and parent concerns with families, advocacy groups, DJJ, DCF, psychologists, and related service providers.
ESE Manager
Florida Virtual School
08.2020 - 09.2024
- Led ESE, Section 504, and gifted coordinators to support 300 elementary students in virtual school, enhancing access to educational resources.
- Oversaw eligibility, evaluations, staffing, IEPs, 504 plans, and EPs; monitored IDEA compliance and other applicable requirements.
- Acted as ESE liaison with intervention team and Student Support Team (SST), monitoring interventions and analyzing student data to inform support strategies.
- Developed district procedures, hired and coached coordinators, and oversaw enrollment processes for FLVS Full Time Elementary School House, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
- Worked with parents, advocacy groups, and external stakeholders to address concerns and facilitate successful IEP meetings.
ESE Specialist
Stowers Elementary School
08.2015 - 08.2020
- Facilitated IEP, eligibility, reevaluation, and placement meetings with families and multidisciplinary teams; coordinated referrals and evaluations with student support team (SST) and service providers.
- Guided teachers on accommodations, specially designed instruction, progress monitoring, and ESE documentation;trained staff on procedures and effective practices.
- Guided teachers on accommodations, specially designed instruction, progress monitoring, and ESE documentation;
trained staff on procedures and effective practices. - Managed the district’s largest speech and language caseload and supported four Access units, one prekindergarten
unit, and two gifted units. - Collaborated with administrators on scheduling, staffing, and student service needs.
Earlier Education Experience
Florida, Arizona, California and Missouri
06.2002 - 08.2015
- Taught math, science, physical education and health to diverse student groups in California and Missouri.
- Developed and implemented IEP goals, accommodations, and specially designed instruction; monitored progress and
collaborated with multidisciplinary teams on eligibility, evaluation, and services. - Utilized behavior supports and assistive technology to enhance learning for diverse adult learners in online GED and credit recovery programs.
- Delivered online professional development courses through Learning Bridges, enhancing instructional skills for educators.
Education
Master of Education - Athletic/Activities Administration
William Woods University
Fulton, MO12-2010
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05-2007
Bachelor of Science in Education - Middle/Secondary Education: Major Biology, Minor General Science
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05-2001
CORE EXPERTISE
MTSS program development and implementation • IEP/504/EP development, review, implementation • IDEA and Section 504 compliance • Eligibility and evaluation • FBA/BIP development, review, and implementation • Compliance monitoring • Policy and procedure development • Staff coaching and training • Complex IEP meetings • Parent and interagency collaboration • Virtual education implementation • Student data review • Program administration • Team leadership • Case management • Stakeholder communication • Problem solving • Decision making • Time management • Project planning
Certification
- Florida Professional Teaching Certificate | Active
- Missouri Teaching Certificate | Active
RECOGNITIONS AND ADDITIONAL ROLES
- MTSS and PSLT Program Lead
- Behavior Support Team Lead
- State Contact for ASD and Transition
- Mentor and Cooperating Teacher
- Professional Development Committee Member
- School Improvement Plan Committee ESE Lead
- Missouri State Curriculum Development Team Member
- Member of the Council for Exceptional Children and Council of Administrators of Special Education
- Ida E. Baker Award Winner — Stowers Elementary, 2017
- Who’s Who Among America’s High School Teachers — 2003 and 2004
Timeline
ESE Manager
Florida Scholars Academy/FLVS
09.2024 - 10.2026
ESE Manager
Florida Virtual School
08.2020 - 09.2024
ESE Specialist
Stowers Elementary School
08.2015 - 08.2020
Earlier Education Experience
Florida, Arizona, California and Missouri
06.2002 - 08.2015
Master of Education - Athletic/Activities Administration
William Woods University
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Kansas
Bachelor of Science in Education - Middle/Secondary Education: Major Biology, Minor General Science
University of Kansas