Dr. Megan Nason
Colcord,WV
Summary
Education executive with extensive leadership experience in K-12 and virtual learning environments. Expertise in instructional systems design and strategic program initiatives that enhance compliance and student engagement. Known for translating data and policy into effective systems that improve program effectiveness and drive student success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Superintendent / Head of Schools
Virtual Preparatory Academy of West Virginia
Remote, WV
04.2025 - Current
- Directed statewide public virtual charter school, managing K-12 programs and enhancing equitable access to education.
- Supervise principals and leadership teams responsible for teacher coaching, evaluation cycles, and instructional growth.
- Led instructional systems and leadership development initiatives for MTSS implementation, enhancing student engagement and data-driven school improvement.
- Implemented organizational systems for student success, including Student Success Plans and crisis response protocols, to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Analyze assessment, attendance, and engagement data to guide instructional strategy and school improvement.
- Ensure alignment with WVDE policies, ESSA accountability frameworks, IDEA, Section 504, and Title program requirements.
Director of Student Support & Special Education
Sequoia Grove Charter Alliance
Remote, CA
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Led special education services across multiple virtual charter schools with a focus on instructional quality, compliance, and systems improvement.
- Supervised assessment teams, case managers, and related service providers, ensuring alignment with student support goals across multiple school sites.
- Enhanced IEP development and progress monitoring systems, establishing legally defensible documentation practices that meet compliance standards.
- Collaborated with school leaders to refine MTSS implementation, resulting in a decrease in inappropriate special education referrals.
- Designed and facilitated professional learning on IDEA compliance and inclusive practices.
Program Specialist - Special Education Assessment
Sequoia Grove Charter Alliance
Remote, CA
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Managed special education assessment systems for 14 virtual charter schools, ensuring compliance and effectiveness.
- Evaluated psychoeducational and academic assessments for adherence to compliance standards and instructional relevance.
- Facilitated multidisciplinary teams in making eligibility determinations and enhancing assessment practices.
- Improved systemwide assessment timelines and documentation quality.
- Provided technical assistance to administrators and assessment teams.
Teacher - General & Special Education
, USA
01.2011 - 01.2018
- Delivered differentiated instruction in general and special education settings, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance support for diverse learners.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage student participation and critical thinking.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt instruction.
Education
Doctor of Education (EdD) - Educational Leadership
Master of Arts - Curriculum & Instruction
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education & Special Education
Skills
- Instructional systems design
- School improvement strategies
- Special education initiatives
- Compliance and regulation
- Organizational leadership
- Change management practices
- Strategic program implementation
- Virtual and blended learning systems
- Leadership development programs
- Coaching and mentoring
- Data-driven decision making
- Education policy expertise
Certification
- Administrative Credential - California
- Teaching Credential - Elementary (K-6) & Special Education (K-12 Mild/Moderate)
- Autism Authorization
- MTSS & Intervention Systems Training
Selected Leadership Initiatives
- Designed special education assessment review protocols across multiple charter schools.
- Developed MTSS frameworks supporting K-12 reading and math intervention teams.
- Rebuilt leadership team culture and accountability structures within complex school environments.
- Created leadership evaluation systems aligned with instructional improvement.
- Developed CARE (Crisis, Assistance, Response, Engagement) student support protocols.
Core Expertise
- Instructional Systems & School Improvement
- Special Education Strategy & IDEA Compliance
- Organizational Leadership & Change Management
- Strategic Program Implementation
- Virtual & Blended Learning Systems
- Leadership Development & Coaching
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Education Policy & Compliance
Timeline
Superintendent / Head of Schools
Virtual Preparatory Academy of West Virginia
04.2025 - Current
Director of Student Support & Special Education
Sequoia Grove Charter Alliance
01.2021 - 01.2025
Program Specialist - Special Education Assessment
Sequoia Grove Charter Alliance
01.2018 - 01.2021
Teacher - General & Special Education
01.2011 - 01.2018