Shannon Schandolph
Summary
Dynamic Compliance Specialist/Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Effingham County Board of Education, adept in compliance monitoring and problem-solving. Excelled in enhancing student success through strategic oversight and effective communication. Demonstrated adaptability and commitment to improving compliance rates and fostering inclusive education environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Compliance Specialist
Effingham County Board of Education
07.2024 - Current
- Responsible for reading and checking IEP's to ensure compliance with federal laws and regulations.
- Assisted new teachers with writing compliant IEP's, making corrections as needed and finalizing compliant IEP's for two elementary schools.
- Served as a point of contact for teachers seeking guidance on IEP writing and compliance.
- Reduced instances of non-compliance through meticulous monitoring of internal controls and periodic audits.
- Collaborates with school and district administrators, teachers, and service providers as needed to confirm student services are appropriate to their IEP.
Special Education Department Chair
Rincon Elementary School
07.2022 - 07.2024
- Leads Special Education Department, enhancing student success through tailored curriculum and strategic staff training.
- Mentored new special education teachers, providing guidance on best practices and classroom management techniques.
- Strengthened team cohesion among special education teachers, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Promoted inclusion by collaborating with general education teachers to adapt lesson plans for students with disabilities.
- Coordinated special education services through frequent principal collaboration and consultation.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives that supported a positive culture of learning for all students.
Special Education Teacher
Effingham County Board of Education
07.2015 - 07.2024
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Provides emotional and behavioral support through the use of research-based interventions and supports.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
Education
Education Specialist - Special Education
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA05-2022
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2010
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Marist College
Poughkeepsie, NY05-1999
Skills
- Compliance monitoring
- Problem Solving
- Compliance oversight
- TIme Management
- Communication
- Adaptability
Certification
Special Education PK-12
Middle Grades Language Arts and Social Studies
Elementary Education PK-5
Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling (LETRS)
Orton-Gillingham
Timeline
Compliance Specialist
Effingham County Board of Education
07.2024 - Current
Special Education Department Chair
Rincon Elementary School
07.2022 - 07.2024
Special Education Teacher
Effingham County Board of Education
07.2015 - 07.2024
Education Specialist - Special Education
Georgia Southern University
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Marist College
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