Nekeidra K. Wilridge
Richmond,Texas
Summary
Accomplished educator and special education expert with extensive experience in compliance coordination and Individual Education Plan development. Proven ability to enhance student outcomes through inclusive learning environments, while managing budgets, and fostering staff development. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and project management capabilities, effectively collaborating with teams to drive success. Committed to continuous learning and leveraging technology to support organizational objectives.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Campus Compliance Coordinator
Fort Bend Independent School District
Sugar Land, Texas
08.2016 - Current
- Counseled management on actions required or prohibited by government regulations to promote compliance.
- Followed proper protocols for reporting suspected violations to internal personnel or outside governing agencies.
- Reviewed and evaluated existing policies, procedures, and documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Conferred frequently with specialists to stay current on compliance requirements and procedures.
Special Education Lead Teacher
Fort Bend Independent School District
Sugar Land, Texas
08.2014 - 01.2016
- Facilitated meetings with parents and guardians in order to discuss student progress or behavior issues.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Provided instructional guidance and mentorship to teachers in the development of lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments.
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
Special Education Department Chair
Fort Bend Independent School District
Sugar Land, Texas
08.2007 - 08.2014
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive special education department plan that addressed student needs and aligned with school district goals.
- Assisted with budget preparation for the Special Education Department.
- Reviewed annual Individual Education Plan documents for accuracy prior to submission for approval by administrators or governing boards.
- Monitored and evaluated the performance of special education personnel in order to ensure quality service delivery.
Special Education Teacher
Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District
Houston, Texas
08.2001 - 05.2007
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments.
Education
Masters of Arts - Educational Administration/Leadership
Prairie View A & M University
Prairie View, Texas08.2006
Masters of Science - Sports Administration
Grambling State University
Grambling, Louisiana12.2000
Bachelors of Arts - Political Science/Pre-Law
Grambling State University
Grambling, Louisiana12.1998
Skills
- Administrative skills
- Individual Education Plans Development
- Student data interpretation
- Budget Management
- Mentoring
- Liaison skills
- Staff Development Planning
- Meeting facilitation
- Interviewing
- Documentation Management
- Parent communication
- Dyslexia training
- Public Education Experience
- Compliance Coordination
- Public relations
- Differentiated Instruction
- Behavior Support
- Response to Instruction Coordination
- Section 504 Coordination
- State Testing Coordination
- Proctoring
- Training Facilitation
- Computer Proficiency
- MS Word
- PowerPoint
- Excel
- Spreadsheet
- Internet
Certification
- Generic English as a Second Language (ESL) K-12
- Generic Special Education Teaching Certificate K-12
References
- Mrs. Alena McClanahan, Retired Principal, Lakeview Elementary School, alena.mcclanahan@gmail.com, 832-444-0093
- Dr. Alexis Prudhomme, Principal, Cornerstone Elementary School, alexis.prudhomme@fortbendisd.gov, 281-634-6401
- Mrs. Megan Boler, Principal, Lakeview Elementary School, megan.boler@fortbendisd.gov, 281-634-4201
- Ms. Diane Jackson, Retired Educational Diagnostician, Fort Bend ISD, 281-728-0356
Timeline
Campus Compliance Coordinator
Fort Bend Independent School District
08.2016 - Current
Special Education Lead Teacher
Fort Bend Independent School District
08.2014 - 01.2016
Special Education Department Chair
Fort Bend Independent School District
08.2007 - 08.2014
Special Education Teacher
Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District
08.2001 - 05.2007
Masters of Arts - Educational Administration/Leadership
Prairie View A & M University
Masters of Science - Sports Administration
Grambling State University
Bachelors of Arts - Political Science/Pre-Law
Grambling State University
Similar Profiles
Giovanni NinoGiovanni Nino
Teaching Residency at Fort Bend Independent School DistrictTeaching Residency at Fort Bend Independent School District
LaToya BernhartLaToya Bernhart
Administrative Assistant at Fort Bend Independent School DistrictAdministrative Assistant at Fort Bend Independent School District
Kenneth MitchellKenneth Mitchell
Elementary School Teacher at Fort Bend Independent School DistrictElementary School Teacher at Fort Bend Independent School District