Meghan Higgins
Mansfield,USA
Summary
Certified Educational Diagnostician who combines strong assessment skills, data analysis, and real classroom experience to drive meaningful student outcomes. Experienced in collaborating with teams and turning data into practical next steps for students and teachers.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Mansfield ISD
Mansfield, USA
08.2021 - Current
- Managed IEPs for 30+ students, ensuring compliance with IDEA, TEA, and district procedures.
- Facilitated and participated in ARD meetings, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop data-driven academic and behavioral plans.
- Collected and analyzed academic and behavioral data to monitor progress and guide instructional decisions.
- Collaborated with diagnosticians, psychologists, and speech-language pathologists during evaluation and eligibility processes.
- Documented PLAAFPs aligned with formal and informal assessment data.
- Implemented targeted interventions and monitored student progress toward IEP goals.
- Maintained compliant documentation for timelines, audits, and eligibility.
- Supported FIE processes through teacher reports, observational data, and data collection.
- Served on Campus Leadership Team, contributing to data analysis and campus-wide planning.
Special Education Department Chair
Mansfield ISD
Mansfield, USA
01.2021 - Current
- Coordinated and facilitated ARD/IEP meetings, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations while effectively collaborating with parents, teachers, and support staff.
- Scheduled and managed IEP meetings across multiple grade levels, ensuring all required participants were informed and involved in decision-making.
- Developed and implemented IEPs in collaboration with general and special education teachers, ensuring individualized support for students.
- Monitored IEP goal implementation for 20-35 students, tracking progress and ensuring proper service delivery through accurate documentation.
- Trained and mentored teachers on ARD processes, accommodations, and instructional strategies to ensure appropriate student support.
- Served as a liaison between special education staff, campus administrators, and parents, fostering collaboration to improve student outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with all ARD documentation and deadlines, supporting the special education team in maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
4th Grade ELAR/Social Studies Teacher/Team Lead
Mansfield ISD
Mansfield, USA
08.2016 - 08.2021
- Collaborated with 3-4 fellow teachers to design interdisciplinary lesson plans.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, addressing the unique needs of each student in the classroom.
- Co-authored district-wide SEL curriculum, aligning lessons with student needs and supporting social-emotional growth across grade levels.
Education
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON
Arlington, TXDiagnostician Certification - Diagnostician Certification
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX12-2025
Skills
- IEP Development & Compliance (IDEA/TEA)
- Evaluation & Student Assessment
- Data Analysis & Interpretation
- ARD Facilitation & Collaboration
- PLAAFP Development
- Eligibility Determination Support
- Classroom Observation & Documentation
- Progress Monitoring
- Professional Communication
- Team Collaboration & Leadership
- Technology: SameGoal, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office
Certification
- Generalist EC-6th
- Educational Diagnostician
- Principal as an Instructional Leader EC-12
- GT 30 Hours and Yearly Update
- ESL
- Special Education Supplemental
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Mansfield ISD
08.2021 - Current
Special Education Department Chair
Mansfield ISD
01.2021 - Current
4th Grade ELAR/Social Studies Teacher/Team Lead
Mansfield ISD
08.2016 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON
Diagnostician Certification - Diagnostician Certification
Lamar University