Melissa Shelgren
Mountain Ranch,USA
Summary
Diligent [Desired Position] with background in special education. Demonstrated expertise in developing individualized education plans and implementing effective teaching strategies. Proven ability to adapt to diverse learning needs and foster inclusive classroom environments.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Specialist (Virtual)
Lewis Center for Educational Research
01.2025 - Current
- Provided data driven instruction online
- Coordinated, facilitated, and monitored Individual Education Plans
- Maintained communication with parents and staff regarding student services
Special Education Specialist, Virtual
Springs Charter Schools
01.2023 - Current
- Provided data driven instruction for K-12 students
- Coordinated and held IEP meetings
- Maintained communication with parents, teachers, and service providers regarding student services
Special Education Specialist
Tuolumne County School District
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Provided data driven instruction for students with disabilities
- Created, facilitated, and monitored Individual Education Plans
Program Specialist
Stockton Unified School District
01.2009 - 01.2023
- Collaborated student services in SDC settings
- Collected data and reported to Special Education Office
- Monitored IEP compliance for state reporting
- Addressed parent concerns in IEP meetings
Behavior Specialist
Stockton Unified School District
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Provided teacher training in behavioral strategies
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Behavior
01.2001
Master of Arts - Special Education
01.2001
Skills
- California Credential Educational Specialist (expires 2027-08-01)
- Cross Cultural Language and Academic Development (CLAD)
- Autism Spectrum Authorization
- Educational Assessments/ Mild-Moderate Disabilities
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Social skills development
- Data collection and analysis
- Collaborative teamwork
- Collaborative teaching
Timeline
Special Education Specialist (Virtual) - Lewis Center for Educational Research
01.2025 - Current
Special Education Specialist - Tuolumne County School District
01.2024 - 01.2025
Special Education Specialist, Virtual - Springs Charter Schools
01.2023 - Current
Program Specialist - Stockton Unified School District
01.2009 - 01.2023
Behavior Specialist - Stockton Unified School District
01.2004 - 01.2009
National University College - Master of Arts, Special Education
National University - Bachelor of Science, Human Behavior