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Clarissa Grego

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dedicated Special Education Leader and Inclusive Program Strategist with a decade of experience in K-12 education. Specializes in IEP compliance, data-driven instruction, and teacher coaching. Demonstrated success in designing and expanding inclusive learning systems, aligning instruction with state standards, and fostering student achievement through collaborative efforts. Committed to revolutionizing education with innovative, equity-focused solutions that cater to the diverse needs of every learner.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Case Manager of Diverse Learning

Acero Schools Charter Network
08.2022 - Current
  • Led cross-campus implementation of special education programming, ensuring full IDEA compliance and robust IEP service delivery for over 150 students
  • Designed school-wide systems for inclusive practices and built operational frameworks for diverse learning supports
  • Coached and developed special education teams, increasing instructional efficacy and teacher retention
  • Partnered with campus and network leadership to align diverse learner initiatives with broader school improvement plans
  • Delivered targeted PD sessions on differentiation, legal compliance, and engagement strategies for students with disabilities

Special Education Teacher & Transition Specialist

Acero Schools - Sandra Cisneros Elementary
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Developed IEPs aligned to legal standards and student-centered goals across multiple disability categories
  • Built individualized transition plans supporting 8th-grade students entering high school
  • Analyzed student data to drive strategic instructional adjustments and increase achievement
  • Collaborated with general education teams to embed inclusive practices in core curriculum delivery

Special Education Teacher

Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School
07.2018 - 08.2021
  • Designed personalized learning plans for 15 students with complex academic and behavioral needs
  • Implemented high-leverage strategies in collaboration with therapeutic staff and instructional teams
  • Facilitated progress monitoring and compliance for IEPs, leading to measurable student growth

Program Assistant

Connections Day Schools
02.2014 - 08.2017
  • Assisted with planning and coordinating day-to-day and special program activities.
  • Established rapport with students through exceptional customer service practices, fostering ongoing relationships built on trust and respect.
  • Provided administrative support to department leadership, streamlining daily operations through efficient task prioritization and delegation skills.
  • Supported planning and coordination of school-wide behavior program and associated activities.
  • Implemented centralized record-keeping system to improve overall data accuracy and accessibility for team members.
  • Prepared clearly written and formatted documents and reports.

Education

M.A. - Special Education

Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL
12-2017

B.S. - Health Science, Communication Sciences & Disorders

University of Missouri
Columbia, MO
06-2013

Skills

  • Teacher Coaching & Professional Development
  • Data Analysis & Performance Tracking
  • IEP Development, Compliance & Transition Planning
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Google Workspace Microsoft Office Learning Management Systems
  • Strategic Planning & Program Design
  • Case management
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Decision-making
  • Conflict resolution
  • Records management
  • Data entry and analysis

Certification

  • Licensed Professional Educator - IEIN: 1113516
  • Learning Behavior Specialist License - LBS 1

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Case Manager of Diverse Learning

Acero Schools Charter Network
08.2022 - Current

Special Education Teacher & Transition Specialist

Acero Schools - Sandra Cisneros Elementary
08.2021 - 08.2022

Special Education Teacher

Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School
07.2018 - 08.2021

Program Assistant

Connections Day Schools
02.2014 - 08.2017

M.A. - Special Education

Northeastern Illinois University

B.S. - Health Science, Communication Sciences & Disorders

University of Missouri

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