Melissa Beggs
Panama City,FL
Summary
Knowledgeable Special Education Teacher with background in leading educational teams. Managed program development and interventions, resulting in improved outcomes for students. Demonstrated effective leadership and communication skills to foster collaborative and productive work environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Team Leader
Rutherford High School, Bay District Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with school administrators to develop strategic plans aligned with district goals and objectives.
- Identified areas of improvement in instructional practices through ongoing observation, assessment, and analysis of student performance data.
- Created professional development materials to improve outcomes for students.
- Managed staff compliance with district-specific policies and procedures.
Interventionist, English Language Arts
Rutherford High School, Bay District Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
- Conducted small group instruction focusing on specific skill areas, allowing for targeted remediation efforts within the classroom setting.
- Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
- Implemented behavioral management strategies to maintain a focused and productive classroom environment during interventions sessions.
IEP Coordinator
Rutherford High School, Bay District Schools
08.2021 - Current
- Developed more than 150 individualized education plans each year for students with special needs, ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
- Served as LEA representative in more than 150 IEP meetings each year.
- Advocated for appropriate accommodations and modifications based on each student''s unique needs and abilities.
- Developed Functional Behavior Assessments and Positive Behavior Intervention Plans.
Inclusion Teacher, English Language Arts
Rutherford Middle School, Bay District Schools
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Improved student engagement by fostering an inclusive atmosphere that embraced diversity and promoted mutual respect among classmates.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in inclusive education and apply them effectively in the classroom setting.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Inclusion Teacher, 6th Grade ELA and History
Breakfast Point Academy, Bay District Schools
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Improved outcomes on state assessments, resulting in a High Effective Value Added Measurement score in the state of Florida
- Collaborated with United States History and English Language Arts departments to create cross-curricular opportunities for students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Hollins College
Roanoke, Virginia Skills
- Collaborative Planner
- Effective Communicator
- Results-Driven Educator
- Student-centered Advocator
Certification
Reading Endorsement
Exceptional Student Education K-12
K-6 Education
English 6-12
Social Sciences 6-12
Completed IB Training English A: Language and Literature
Timeline
Special Education Team Leader
Rutherford High School, Bay District Schools
08.2022 - Current
Interventionist, English Language Arts
Rutherford High School, Bay District Schools
08.2022 - Current
IEP Coordinator
Rutherford High School, Bay District Schools
08.2021 - Current
Inclusion Teacher, English Language Arts
Rutherford Middle School, Bay District Schools
08.2019 - 06.2021
Inclusion Teacher, 6th Grade ELA and History
Breakfast Point Academy, Bay District Schools
08.2017 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - English
Hollins College
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