Shaina Womack-Williams
Arlington Public School
Washington
9
years of professional experience
Dedicated special education professional with over 10 years of experience supporting diverse learners, specializing in IEP development and inclusive practices, aiming to contribute effectively to education teams.
Special education professional with proven track record of fostering inclusive learning environments and implementing effective instructional strategies. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and achieving positive educational outcomes, adaptable to changing classroom dynamics. Skilled in behavior management, curriculum development, and student advocacy, bringing reliability and flexibility to role.
Work History
Interlude/Special Education Teacher
4 Years 11 Months- Lead IEP meetings, manage caseloads, and ensure IDEA compliance.
- Facilitated student reintegration into academic settings following crisis or disciplinary incidents.
- Implement academic/behavioral interventions and monitor progress for decision-making.
- Coordinated with administrators, counselors, general educators, and related service providers to address student needs.
- Conduct interviews with families and students to identify needs and build reintegration plans.
- Executed academic and behavioral interventions while tracking progress to inform instructional decisions.
- Mentored novice teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and lesson planning.
- Developed and implemented instructional strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
Special Education Teacher & Case Manager
1 Year 11 Months- Provided SPED instruction and intensive academic and behavioral support to youth in a secure residential facility serving students with ED, OHI, SLD, and complex trauma backgrounds.
- Managed a full caseload of IEPs, including drafting high-quality goals, preparing data-driven progress reports, and coordinating all meetings with LEAs, facility staff, families, and OSSE compliance partners.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments, reviewed incident reports, and collaborated with clinical teams to develop trauma-informed behavior intervention plans.
- Supported general education teachers by modeling accommodations, modifying assignments, and developing classroom tools tailored to emotional and behavioral needs.
- Monitored fidelity of intervention plans by training staff, reviewing implementation logs, and collecting qualitative and quantitative student data.
Secondary Special Education Teacher
1 Year 5 Months- Planned and delivered instruction using UDL principles for students with intellectual disabilities and autism.
- Developed individualized transition portfolios and conducted assessments related to employment, independent living, and education.
- Supervised and trained classroom support staff on IEP and BIP implementation.
- Ensured accurate data collection and intervention fidelity.
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum & Teaching
Master of Education - Special Education
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Skills
IEP management
Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)
Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)
Trauma-Informed Practice
Differentiated instruction
Behavioral Support Strategies
Data analysis
Assistive Technology
Vocational planning
Family & Stakeholder Engagement
Teamwork
Special Education Law
Peer coaching
Collaborative learning
Timeline
Interlude/Special Education Teacher
Arlington Public School
08.2021 - CurrentRead More
Special Education Teacher & Case Manager
Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings
08.2019 - 07.2021Read More
Secondary Special Education Teacher
St. Coletta of Greater Washington
01.2018 - 06.2019Read More
Fairmont State University
Bachelor of Science from Exercise Science
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Grand Canyon University
Master of Education from Special Education
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National University
Master of Education from Curriculum & Teaching
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