Overview
Professional Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Melanie Brebaugh

Cypress School District
13
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Knowledgeable Administrator with proven track record in overseeing program activities and enhancing operational efficiency. Adept at coordinating cross-functional teams and implementing strategic initiatives that align with organizational goals. Demonstrated ability to utilize problem-solving and organizational skills to foster productive a productive work environment.

Work History

Intensive Behavior Intervention Program Supervisor

1 Month
Garden Grove Unified School District | 06.2026 - Current
  • Supervised program implementation, ensuring adherence to district guidelines and educational standards.
  • Providing leadership planning for coordinated staff training sessions to strengthen instructional strategies and improve student engagement and services.
  • Developed curriculum materials aligned with state educational objectives and community needs.
  • Monitored program effectiveness through data analysis, adjusting strategies for continuous improvement.
  • Oversee program implementation, staff support, and service delivery for assigned student programs.

Teacher On Special Assignment-Student Services

1 Year
Cypress School District | 07.2025 - Current
  • Increased IEP documentation compliance accuracy from 77% to 91% through targeted monitoring and training.
  • Collaborated with district stakeholders to align services with district LCAP goals.
  • Moderate to Severe Program auditing for efficacy and compliance of student IEP's, achieving 90% accuracy and compliance of IEP's as a result.
  • Analyze districtwide behavioral, attendance, and referral data to identify trends and inform program decisions.
  • Supported site administrators in interpreting eligibility criteria and aligning service minutes with implementation requirements.
  • Facilitated consultative support during IEP meetings to clarify complex compliance and service delivery issues.
  • Conducted Moderate to Severe Program audits for efficacy and compliance, resulting in 90% accuracy and compliance of student IEPs.

Special Education Teacher/Mentor

9 Years 6 Months
Cypress School District | 01.2017 - Current
  • Lead development and implementation of IEPs in compliance with federal and state law.
  • Mentored paraeducators and new teachers on instructional strategies, enhancing their instructional effectiveness.
  • Utilize ABA and data systems to track and respond to student progress.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement inclusive learning strategies.
  • Mentor paraeducators and new teachers on instructional strategies and compliance.
  • Trained teachers and paraprofessionals in data collection and implementation, resulting in 30% improved accuracy and effectiveness.

ESY Principal/Administrator

1 Month
Cypress School District | 06.2026 - 07.2026
  • Developed training materials for staff onboarding, fostering a supportive learning environment and knowledge retention.
  • Provide administrative leadership for the Extended School Year program.
  • Support program operations, staffing, student services, and site-level coordination.
  • Ensure compliance, instructional oversight, and effective implementation of student supports.
  • Collaborate with staff, families, and district leadership to maintain a positive, organized ESY environment.

Behavior Interventionist Therapist

3 Years 11 Months
Long Beach Unified School District | 03.2013 - 02.2017
  • Trained teams on behavior management techniques and crisis intervention strategies, enhancing team readiness to support students effectively.
  • Trained teams on behavior management techniques and crisis intervention strategies.
  • Assessed progress frequently, modifying intervention plans to support student behavior.
  • Maintained detailed records of student progress, enabling data-driven adjustments to individualized intervention plans.
  • Provided mentorship to new behavior interventionists, fostering professional growth.
  • Facilitated inclusion of students with behavioral challenges into general education settings, promoting their social and academic integration.

Education

Administration Credential - Education Administration

Concordia University | Irvine, CA | 05-2025

Master of Science - Education Administration

Concordia University of Irvine | Irvine, CA | 05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Science

California State University, Dominguez Hills | Carson, CA | 05-2017
  • Honoree of Magna Cum Lade

Skills

IEP planning
Behavior intervention strategies
Crisis intervention
Data analysis
Data-driven student supports
Curriculum development
Evidence based and data driven
student supports
with a focus on
school engagement
Targeting relevant Professional
Development
Targeting relevant ProfessionalDevelopment

Certification

  • Certified CPI (Crisis Prevention
    Intervention) -Advanced Physical Skills, 2014-current
  • Registered Behavior Technician for Educators, 2020

Timeline

Intensive Behavior Intervention Program Supervisor

Garden Grove Unified School District
06.2026 - CurrentRead More

ESY Principal/Administrator

Cypress School District
06.2026 - 07.2026Read More

Teacher On Special Assignment-Student Services

Cypress School District
07.2025 - CurrentRead More

Special Education Teacher/Mentor

Cypress School District
01.2017 - CurrentRead More

Behavior Interventionist Therapist

Long Beach Unified School District
03.2013 - 02.2017Read More

Concordia University of Irvine

Master of Science from Education Administration
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California State University, Dominguez Hills

Bachelor of Science from Behavioral Science
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Concordia University

Administration Credential from Education Administration
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