JAYME NASH
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Experienced leader in special education with a proven ability to oversee programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and implement inclusive practices. Skilled in instructional leadership, IEP implementation, and fostering collaboration among teams to drive student success and equitable access. Ready to leverage expertise and strategic vision as Director II Special Education to support organizational goals and transformative educational outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
Placentia, CALIFORNIA
07.2025 - Current
- Supervise and evaluate SPED staff (certificated and classified) to ensure effective service delivery and compliance
- Lead district due process, mediation, ADR, and settlement agreements
- Manage NPA/NPS/RTC contracts and oversee county and state program placements
- Direct CDE CIM Plan implementation, complaint resolution, and regulatory compliance
- Align SPED services with LCAP goals and collaborate across district departments
- Oversee district SPED programming, including curriculum, instruction, and assessment
- Develop and implement board policies, procedures, and protocols
- Ensure accuracy and compliance of data systems (SEIS, DRDP, CALPADS)
- Oversee ESY programming and Paradigm billing systems
- Facilitate Community Advisory Committee engagement to support family and community collaboration
ADMINISTRATOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
Placentia, CALIFORNIA
01.2024 - 07.2025
- Provide leadership, legal guidance, and consultation to IEP teams to ensure compliant, high-quality special education services across preschool and district-level programs
- Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of inclusive preschool special education programs, ensuring alignment with LRE principles and IDEA regulations
- Manage the transition of children from Early Start (Part C) to district programs (Part B), ensuring continuity of services and appropriate placement
- Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local mandates
- Collaborate with public and private preschool agencies (e.g., Head Start, State Preschool) to expand inclusive opportunities within the district
- Collaborate with Human Resources for the special education department staff, including hiring decisions, staff placement, and evaluations for certificated and classified personnel
- Supervise and evaluate special education staff, including program specialists and administrators, and provide targeted professional development
- Oversee the speech and language department and ensure vertical and horizontal articulation of department goals and vision while ensuring appropriate services, and monitoring compliance
- Support curriculum development, instructional improvement, and integration of technology to enhance access and student outcomes
COORDINATOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
Placentia, CALIFORNIA
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Provide leadership and oversight for special education programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
- Support implementation of inclusive practices and ensure services are delivered in the least restrictive environment (LRE)
- Collaborate with administrators, teachers, specialists, and families to develop and implement effective IEPs
- Monitor program effectiveness and student outcomes, using data to guide decision-making and continuous improvement
- Facilitate resolution of complex student cases and support problem-solving across school sites
- Design and deliver professional development on special education, MTSS, and inclusive instructional practices
- Ensure equitable access to high-quality instruction and services for students with disabilities
- Supervise and support special education staff, including teachers and instructional aides
- Manage resources, staffing, and program implementation aligned with district goals
- Partner with district and site teams to align special education services with MTSS and other district initiatives
PROGRAM SPECIALIST
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
Placentia, CALIFORNIA
11.2020 - 01.2022
- Evaluates the development and implementation of the District's special education programs, instruction, and curriculum
- Provides leadership, consultation, and legal guidance to assist IEP teams in the development and implementation of Individualized Education Plans for students in special education
- Leads program development to ensure children in early education are receiving special education services and support in the Least Restrictive Environment
- Collaborates and builds partnerships with general education preschool agencies within the PYLUSD District boundaries, including State Preschool, Fee-Based Preschool, Head Start of Orange County, and community preschool programs
- Oversees the Part C to Part B IEP transition process for children receiving early intervention services through the Regional Center of Orange County, ensuring appropriate special education programming
- Effectively monitors compliance and facilitates data collection for the PYLUSD Annual Performance Report
- Measures and State Performance Plan Indicators aligned with the District Local Control and Accountability Plan to inform programmatic and instructional effectiveness
- Collaborated with a university research team to implement and evaluate a specialized literacy curriculum for students with complex communication needs, supporting language and AAC
TEACHER ON SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT
Fullerton Joint Union High School District
Fullerton, CA
02.2018 - 11.2020
- Served as TOSA supporting students and staff from high school to Adult Transition including Nonpublic Schools, County Programs, and Alternative Education settings
- Led and participated in complex IEP meetings, facilitated initial assessments, and case-managed students in restrictive placements
- Oversaw transitions between comprehensive and continuation high schools, ensuring appropriate services and supports
- Managed the district's Home and Hospital Instruction Program, maintaining compliance with child find responsibilities and legal mandates
- Worked on a leadership team to manage, restructure, and oversee the Home and Hospital Instruction Program for high school-aged students on IEPs, ensuring alignment with educational goals and legal requirements
- Held leadership roles across the full continuum of special education services, from early childhood through adult transition programs
- Developed a comprehensive understanding of how compliance, programming, and individualized supports evolve across age spans to align with IDEA and state regulations
Education
ED SPECIALIST CLEARED CREDENTIAL -
Orange County Department of Education
California06-2015
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Recreation Administration
California Polytechnic State University
California08-2006
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Inclusive education
- Universal Design for Learning
- Positive Behavior Support
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Training delivery
- Special Education Law
- IEP Implementation
Timeline
DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
07.2025 - Current
ADMINISTRATOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
01.2024 - 07.2025
COORDINATOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
01.2022 - 01.2024
PROGRAM SPECIALIST
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
11.2020 - 01.2022
TEACHER ON SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT
Fullerton Joint Union High School District
02.2018 - 11.2020
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Recreation Administration
California Polytechnic State University
ED SPECIALIST CLEARED CREDENTIAL -
Orange County Department of Education