SHANNON SCOTT
Brick,NJ
Summary
Experienced in special education and educational administration with a strong background in student curricula, behavioral support, family engagement, and staff collaboration. Proven ability to support teachers and related service providers with curriculum, behavioral interventions in both inclusion and self-contained settings and professional development to support programs.
Overview
1
1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Brick Township Board of Education
09.2000 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to establish necessary accommodations and modifications for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies for students with disabilities.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions as necessary.
- Led professional development workshops focused on special education best practices.
- Engaged families in the educational process to foster a supportive learning environment.
- 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.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
Extended Day Coordinator
Brick Township Board of Education
11.2013 - 06.2026
- Data-Driven Student Support - Reviewed academic data with teachers to identify students needing intervention and ensure targeted after-school support.
- Family Communication & Enrollment - Managed all family outreach, student invitations, enrollment logistics, and communication of program expectations.
- Operational Coordination - Oversaw transportation and dismissal procedures, including bus scheduling, to maintain safe and efficient end-of-day operations.
- Program Alignment & Climate - Communicated program goals to instructional staff, monitored attendance and behavior, and strengthened home–school connections through ongoing communication.
Extended School Year Coordinator
Brick Township Board of Education
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Program Operations - Managed daily K–2 and Autism program logistics, including rosters, staffing, schedules, and transitions.
- Team & Stakeholder Coordination - Collaborated with HR, transportation, teachers, paraprofessionals, and families to ensure smooth, consistent program functioning.
- Instructional & Classroom Support - Monitored classrooms for instructional quality and engagement; provided real-time support to staff.
- Compliance & Organizational Management - Maintained alignment with special education laws and district policies; developed schedules and materials to streamline operations.
Education
School Leadership -
New Jersey Expedited Certification for Education
Monroe, NJ07-2025
Master Of Arts (M.A.) - Reading Curriculum & Instruction
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ07-2025
Applied Behavioral Analysis - undefined
Penn State
University Park, PA08-2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Teacher of the Handicap/Elementary Education
Georgian Court University
Lakewood, NJ12-1999
Skills
- Collaboration & Leadership
- Professional Development Support
- Google Level 1 Certified
- AED Certified
- Communication & Family Engagement
- Technology Integration & Assistive Technology Support
- Student Support & SEL
- Crisis Intervention Prevention Certified
- Differentiated instruction
- Inclusion strategies
- Behavior intervention plans & Behavior Modification
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
Certification
- Teacher of the Handicapped
- Principal (CE)
- Teacher Leader
- Reading Specialist
- Supervisor (Standard)
Timeline
Extended School Year Coordinator
Brick Township Board of Education
05.2025 - 08.2025
Extended Day Coordinator
Brick Township Board of Education
11.2013 - 06.2026
Special Education Teacher
Brick Township Board of Education
09.2000 - Current
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Teacher of the Handicap/Elementary Education
Georgian Court University
Applied Behavioral Analysis - undefined
Penn State
Master Of Arts (M.A.) - Reading Curriculum & Instruction
Grand Canyon University
School Leadership -
New Jersey Expedited Certification for Education