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Shelby Hicks

Greensboro,NC

Summary

Visionary Dean known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in strategic planning, program development, and stakeholder engagement. Excel in leadership, communication, and problem-solving, ensuring seamless operations and positive educational outcomes.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dean of Special Education, ELL & Intervention

Wake Forest Charter Academy
Wake Forest, NC
01.2025 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with all local, state, federal laws and regulations pertaining to Special Education Services.
  • Facilitated collaboration between general education teachers and specialists to provide necessary accommodations for students receiving Special Education services.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary evaluations of students referred for evaluation of possible eligibility under IDEA or Section 504 regulations.
  • Provided ongoing support to teachers, staff and parents concerning special education services.
  • Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees

Special Education Teacher

Gate City Charter Academy
Greensboro, NC
03.2020 - 01.2025
  • Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
  • Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
  • Organized field trips or community experiences to enhance learning opportunities for special education students.
  • Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.

Education

Ph.D. - Educational Leadership

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
01-2028

Master of Science - BS/MS Childhood Special Education

Nyack College
Nyack
06-2019

Skills

  • Special education services
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Parent engagement
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Problem-solving
  • Dependable and responsible

Accomplishments

  • Special Education Departments Chair for two years.

Certification

  • Professional Educator's License: Elementary Education (K-6) and Adaptive Curriculum (K-12)

Timeline

Dean of Special Education, ELL & Intervention

Wake Forest Charter Academy
01.2025 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Gate City Charter Academy
03.2020 - 01.2025

Ph.D. - Educational Leadership

Liberty University

Master of Science - BS/MS Childhood Special Education

Nyack College