Merissa Ang
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Creative educational leader specializing in IEP development and implementation. Extensive experience in supporting Autistic and Neurodiverse students in Kindergarten through Grade 12. Over a decade of experience in creating culturally safe and inclusive environments for all learners. Adaptable to changing classroom needs, with strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage students effectively. Strong skills in crisis intervention, emotional regulation and trauma informed practices.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice Principal/Director of Inclusive Education
TLA Online
03.2020 - 09.2025
- Led a department of teachers who supported 300-320 students in Inclusive Education Categories A-H.
- Managed daily department operations, ensuring compliance with Ministry of Education Policies, submitting annual 1701 report, and supporting teachers to engage in best practice.
- Oversaw department-wide budget planning and resource allocation for Student Supplemental Funding.
- Fostered collaborative relationships with parents, school staff and therapeutic support teams.
- Provided professional development sessions for staff on inclusive teaching practices and resources.
- Promoted diversity within the school community through inclusive policies, programming, and hiring practices.
LSS Teacher
TLA Online
09.2017 - 03.2020
- Developed individualized education plans to meet diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement inclusive teaching strategies.
- Implemented student-specific adaptive learning strategies and well as class-wide Universal supports.
- Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and adjust interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for students.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emotional and behavioural dysregulation employing co-regulation and rapport to deescalate situations and support both students and teachers.
Teacher
Tsi Deldel School - Tsilhqot'in National Government
09.2011 - 10.2016
- Differentiated instruction in multi-grade classrooms to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement and adjust instructional strategies.
- Established strong relationships with parents and the community to support student success and well-being.
- Facilitated classroom discussions that encouraged critical thinking and student participation.
- Advocated for culturally relevant education by incorporating local history, culture and traditional ways of knowing into lessons.
- Taught grades 2-10.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Trinity Western University
Langley05-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Biology And Geography
Trinity Western University
Langley05-2010
Skills
- Organizational leadership and collaborative team building
- IEP development and implementation
- Differentiated instruction and increasing accessibility through adaptations and accomodations
- Deep tool-kit of regulation strategies supporting neurodivergent nervous systems
Timeline
Vice Principal/Director of Inclusive Education
TLA Online
03.2020 - 09.2025
LSS Teacher
TLA Online
09.2017 - 03.2020
Teacher
Tsi Deldel School - Tsilhqot'in National Government
09.2011 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Trinity Western University
Bachelor of Arts - Biology And Geography
Trinity Western University