William Bell
Lancaster,CA
Summary
Dedicated Education Specialist with a robust background in supporting students with mild to moderate disabilities, holding a Clear Credential, Autism (ASD) authorization, and English Learner (EL) certification. Expertise in case management, high-profile IEP facilitation, and psychoeducational assessments using WJ IV/V and WIATT tools. Proven track record of achieving 100% IDEA compliance while effectively resolving complex parent-school conflicts. Committed to leveraging AI-driven data tracking and evidence-based interventions to enhance student achievement in both full-inclusion and virtual learning environments.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Education Specialist (Mild/Moderate Resource)
KNIGHT PREP CHARTER ACADEMY
Palmdale, CA
10.2023 - Current
- Caseload Management: Oversee 36 middle school students (Grades 6-8) using a push-in model within a full-inclusion setting.
- Assessment & Testing: Administer Woodcock-Johnson V and District NWEA assessments to determine eligibility and track growth.
- Intervention Design: Partnered with Math and ELA departments to implement intensive basic skills interventions and text-to-speech accommodations.
- Advocacy: Successfully lobbied for inclusive field trip policies and facilitated student transitions/exits from Special Education based on data-driven re-evaluations.
- Behavioral Support: Utilize virtual PBIS token economies to incentivize positive social-emotional growth.
Education Specialist (Mild/Moderate)
CALIFORNIA VIRTUAL ACADEMY (CAVA)
Los Angeles, CA
02.2020 - 08.2023
- Virtual Instruction: Delivered 1,800+ synchronous SAI lessons in reading, writing, and math for a 28-student elementary caseload.
- High-Profile Cases: Selected by leadership to manage seven "high-profile" cases due to exceptional conflict resolution and communication skills.
- Data-Driven Goals: Authored SMART IEP goals via SEIS and utilized Star 360/IXL data to monitor and report progress.
- Compliance Leadership: Facilitated statewide testing (physical and virtual) and ensured 100% adherence to assessment timelines.
- Mentorship: Advised colleagues on credential clearing and IEP best practices.
Substitute Teacher
PALMDALE & LANCASTER SCHOOL DISTRICTS
Palmdale/Lancaster, CA
11.2017 - 05.2019
- Executed lesson plans across diverse K-8 settings, including SDC, Resource, and General Education classrooms.
Foreperson / Crew Leader
ENDURANCE PAINTING
Van Nuys, CA
06.1987 - 12.2014
- Supervised crews and trained apprentices; managed client relations and project logistics (Included to demonstrate long-term leadership and reliability).
Education
Clear Education Specialist Credential - Mild/Moderate
Cal State Fullerton
01.2022
Preliminary Education Specialist Credential - undefined
Cal State Bakersfield
01.2019
B.A. - Sociology
Cal State Bakersfield
01.2017
Skills
- Assessment software mastery
- Leadership trained
- Student engagement
- Educational technology
- Online teaching
- Assessment strategies
- Individualized education plans
- Literacy development
- Common core
- Special education
- Blended learning
- Mathematics instruction
- Multicultural education
- Smart classroom master
- IEP expertise
- Inclusive classroom expert
- Microsoft office
- Lesson planning
- Teaching strategies
- Educational leadership
- Curriculum planning
- Classroom administration
- Testing procedures
- Assessment tools
- Observation reports
Certification
Autism
English Learner
Timeline
Education Specialist (Mild/Moderate Resource)
KNIGHT PREP CHARTER ACADEMY
10.2023 - Current
Education Specialist (Mild/Moderate)
CALIFORNIA VIRTUAL ACADEMY (CAVA)
02.2020 - 08.2023
Substitute Teacher
PALMDALE & LANCASTER SCHOOL DISTRICTS
11.2017 - 05.2019
Foreperson / Crew Leader
ENDURANCE PAINTING
06.1987 - 12.2014
Preliminary Education Specialist Credential - undefined
Cal State Bakersfield
B.A. - Sociology
Cal State Bakersfield
Clear Education Specialist Credential - Mild/Moderate
Cal State Fullerton
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Case Management: Managed caseloads of up to 36 students; authored 400+ compliant IEPs and amendments since 2020.
- Instructional Leadership: Specialized Academic Instruction (SAI), Differentiated Instruction, and PBIS implementation.
- Compliance: Expert in SEIS, NWEA, Star 360, and state testing proctoring (CAASPP).
- Technology: Proficient in AI goal-generation tools, Google Workspace, and virtual learning platforms (IXL, ClassKick).
- Collaboration: Experienced in mentoring new teachers, supervising instructional aides, and leading IEP teams.