LaShawn Thibodeaux
Youngsville,LA
Summary
Dedicated and student-centered educational leader with 17 years of experience in Special Education and 3 years as a Special Education Coordinator. Skilled in instructional leadership, compliance management, staff development, and fostering inclusive school environments. Holds an Educational Leadership certification and a proven record of improving student outcomes through collaboration, innovation, and equity-driven practices. Seeking to leverage leadership expertise as an Assistant Principal to support instructional excellence, staff growth, and student success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
CSUSA-Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy
07.2014 - Current
- Designed and delivered individualized instruction to students with a variety of disabilities, ensuring alignment with state standards and IEP goals.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to support inclusive practices and accommodations.
- Implemented positive behavior intervention supports (PBIS) and strategies for improving academic and social outcomes.
- Maintained strong communication with parents, administrators, and service providers to support student success.
- Mentored new teachers and provided guidance on IEP compliance and effective instructional strategies.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Special Education Coordinator
CSUSA-Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy
07.2014 - 07.2017
- Provided instructional leadership and compliance oversight for Special Education programs serving students with diverse learning needs.
- Trained and coached general and special education teachers on differentiated instruction, IEP implementation, and classroom management.
- Collaborated with administrators, staff, and families to ensure inclusive practices and equitable access to the general education curriculum.
- Participated in Manifestation Determination Reviews (MDRs), IEPs, and campus-based intervention meetings.
- Facilitated professional development sessions on behavior de-escalation, legal compliance, and instructional best practices.
- Monitored student achievement data to support progress monitoring and instructional interventions.
Education
Post-Degree Certification - Educational Leadership
Associated Professional Educators of LA
Baton Rouge12-2024
Master of Arts - Special Education/Secondary Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VABachelor of Science - Biology
Xavier University of LA
New Orleans, LASkills
- Instructional leadership
- Special Education Law & Compliance (IDEA, Section 504)
- Staff Training & Professional Development
- Behavior Management & Crisis Prevention (CPI Instructor)
- School Improvement Planning
- Family & Community Engagement
- Student Discipline & Restorative Practices
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
Affiliations
- Member, Special Education Advisory Council
- Member, Council for Exceptional Children
- Member, NASET
Certification
- Educational Leadership Certification
- Special Education Certification
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Instructor
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
CSUSA-Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy
07.2014 - Current
Special Education Coordinator
CSUSA-Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy
07.2014 - 07.2017
Post-Degree Certification - Educational Leadership
Associated Professional Educators of LA
Master of Arts - Special Education/Secondary Education
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Xavier University of LA
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