JESSICA SHAFE
Wauwatosa
Summary
Social-emotional and behavior specialist with a decade of experience in K–12 education, focusing on diverse student needs. Leaders in developing data-driven intervention plans and delivering district-wide professional development, enhancing staff capabilities and student outcomes through collaboration with IEP teams and families.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Emotional Specialist
Wauwatosa School District
Wauwatosa
09.2022 - Current
- Lead Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and develop Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
- Coached teachers on evidence-based behavior strategies and classroom management to enhance student engagement and learning environments
- Delivered district-wide professional development on behavior and SEL practices to equip educators with effective tools for student support
- Supported IEP teams in goal writing and proactive student plans to foster individualized student growth and success
- Provide direct support to students through small group instruction and coaching
Independent Behavior Consultant
Behavior Consulting MKE
04.2021 - Current
- Partnered with schools to develop and implement data-driven behavior plans and interventions, improving student engagement and support
- Trained staff in CPS, Zones of Regulation, Social Thinking, restorative practices, CPI, and Mandt to enhance student behavior management skills
- Design and deliver professional development on trauma-informed care and SEL
Director of Special Education
Islands of Brilliance Inc.
04.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with IEP teams and families to develop and implement individualized support plans for students
- Trained educators and mentors on effective strategies for supporting students with autism, improving instructional practices
- Oversee curriculum development and student progress monitoring
- Facilitated art-based SEL programming to enhance emotional and social skills for students with autism
Behavior Interventionist / Social Emotional Coach
Glendale-River Hills School District
Glendale
08.2018 - 04.2021
- Developed and implemented student behavior plans using data-driven methods, improving student engagement and reducing behavioral incidents
- Coached teachers and paraprofessionals on de-escalation and classroom management, fostering a positive classroom environment
- Facilitated FBAs, PST meetings, and crisis response efforts
- Led district-wide training in behavior and SEL strategies, enhancing staff capacity to support student emotional needs
Special Education Teacher
Menomonee Falls School District
Menomonee Falls
01.2010 - 06.2018
- Delivered specialized instruction to meet IEP goals, enhancing student learning experiences
- Assessed student progress, adapting instructional strategies to ensure individual growth
- Collaborated with staff and families to create supportive learning environments for student success
Education
M.S. - Administrative Leadership (Candidate)
University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WIB.S. - Middle Childhood–Early Adolescence (Dual Certification)
University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee
Skills
- Crisis prevention and de-escalation
- Collaborative solutions
- Zones of regulation
- Social thinking
- Restorative practices
- Functional behavioral assessments
- Behavior intervention plans
- Effective communication
- Coaching and mentoring
- Facilitation Techniques
- Crisis intervention
References
Available upon request
License
Lifetime Professional Educator License
Timeline
Social Emotional Specialist
Wauwatosa School District
09.2022 - Current
Independent Behavior Consultant
Behavior Consulting MKE
04.2021 - Current
Director of Special Education
Islands of Brilliance Inc.
04.2021 - Current
Behavior Interventionist / Social Emotional Coach
Glendale-River Hills School District
08.2018 - 04.2021
Special Education Teacher
Menomonee Falls School District
01.2010 - 06.2018
M.S. - Administrative Leadership (Candidate)
University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee
B.S. - Middle Childhood–Early Adolescence (Dual Certification)
University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee