Suzanne Melton
Special Education Professional experienced in developing and implementing individualized education plans for diverse learners. Fostered inclusive classroom environments and achieved positive educational outcomes through effective behavior management and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Teacher Coach focused on driving instructional improvement and supporting professional growth among educators.
Work History
Special Education Teacher/ Senior Team Leader
3 Years 11 MonthsSpecial Education/ Senior Team Leader
3 Years 11 MonthsSpecial Education Teacher/Senior Team Leader
2 Years 11 MonthsAssistant Principal Special Education
3 YearsLower School Principal
2 Years- Educator, Kindergarten through Twelfth Grade
Special Education Coordinator and Special Education Teacher
10 Years 6 Months- Grades K - 12th grades, Ridgeview
English Teacher
1 Year- 7th – 12th grade
High School English Teacher
1 YearFourth Grade Teacher
2 YearsEducation
Special Education Leadership - Special Education Leadership Academy
18 hr yr program
M.A. - Special Education, Moderate Needs
- graduated 2005
- GPA: 4.0
B.A. - English
Skills
Accomplishments
Superintendent’s Teacher Advisory Council Member 2019- 2021 (appointed)
Teacher Leader District Advisory Committee member 2016 - 2018 (appointed)
Special Education Regional Specialist 2016/2017
Distinguished Teacher 2016, 2017, 2019, 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
Exemplary Teacher Leader Award Winner, October 2016
Certification
Colorado Professional Teacher License (7/20/2024- 07/20/2031
Special Education I - Moderate Needs (Ages 5-21)
English Language Arts (Grades 6-12)
Linguistically Diverse Education (K-12)
CTE Alternative Cooperative Education (7-12)