Shannon Pinck
Canyon Lake
Summary
Experienced special education leader with 17+ years spanning classroom instruction, program coordination, and district-level systems leadership. Proven expertise in designing, implementing, and scaling multi-tiered supports across multiple school sites. Skilled in coaching administrators and educators to improve instructional practices, compliance systems, and student outcomes. Deep experience in data-driven decision making, program development, and collaboration aligned with SELPA priorities and CDE improvement initiatives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director Special Education
Lake Elsinore Unified School District
545 Chaney St, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
01.2021 - Current
- Provide district-level leadership across special education programs, supporting the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) across multiple school sites.
- Lead development and scaling of instructional and behavioral programs aligned with SELPA priorities, ensuring compliance with IDEA, California Education Code, and CDE guidance.
- Coach and support site administrators, program specialists, and educators to strengthen instructional practices, inclusive service delivery, and student outcome achievement.
- Facilitate data-driven decision making processes, utilizing academic, behavioral, and compliance data to guide program refinement and system improvement efforts.
- Oversee coordination of special education service delivery models, ensuring appropriate placement, continuum of services, and Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) implementation.
- Design and implement professional development focused on instructional improvement, compliance systems, and evidence-based special education practices.
- Collaborate with district and SELPA leadership teams to align local practices with regional and state improvement initiatives and grant-funded priorities.
- Strengthen compliance structures through monitoring, training, and systems alignment to reduce risk and improve procedural integrity.
- Lead and supervise all district related service providers in work focused on equity, access, and improved outcomes for students with disabilities.
Coordinator Special Education
Lake Elsinore Unified School District
545 Chaney St., Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
08.2016 - 12.2020
- Coordinated district-wide implementation of intensive reading intervention programs, supporting site teams with scheduling, progress monitoring, and data-informed instructional adjustments to improve student literacy outcomes.
- Supported development and alignment of multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS), integrating academic and behavioral interventions across general and special education settings.
- Provided instructional coaching and job-embedded support to teachers, specialists, and paraeducators to strengthen intervention delivery and student engagement strategies.
- Assisted in monitoring special education compliance processes, including IEP implementation, documentation accuracy, and adherence to IDEA and California Education Code requirements.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify intervention needs, track progress, and support site based decision making for targeted supports.
- Collaborated with site administrators and district leadership to ensure consistent implementation of special education services across multiple school sites.
- Coordinated and supported the district's Special Olympics program, promoting inclusive student participation, school engagement, and community involvement opportunities.
- Supported development and delivery of professional development focused on reading interventions, instructional strategies, and special education best practices.
- Assisted in monitoring program effectiveness and fidelity of implementation for academic intervention initiatives and special education supports.
Special Education Program Specialist
Lake Elsinore Unified School District
545 Chaney St., Lake Elsinore, CA 02530
07.2009 - 08.2016
- Supported Teachers with developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) for students mild to severe disabilities in all grade levels including preschool and adults.
- Collaborated with educators to adapt curriculum and instructional strategies for special education students.
- Coordinated training sessions for staff on best practices in special education methodologies and compliance requirements.
- Monitored student progress through assessments, providing feedback to teachers and parents to enhance learning outcomes.
- LEA Administrator for IEP's with advocates and or attorneys to support teams with alternative dispute resolutions and ensure hight qualities IEP's.
Mild to Moderate Special Education Teacher SDC 6-8
Lake Elsinore Unified School District
Terra Cotta Middle School
08.2005 - 07.2009
- Served as Special Day Class (SDC) teacher for grades 6–8 Language Arts and Social Studies, providing differentiated, standards-based instruction for students with disabilities and implementing intensive after-school reading intervention for students district wide to support literacy growth and academic access, while also serving as Department Chair to support collaboration, instructional planning, and program alignment across the special education team.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA05-2007
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA05-2005
Skills
- Deep understanding of IDEA and California Education Code
- Knowledge of IEP development, compliance, and procedural safeguards
- Expertise in continuum of placements and determining Least Restrictive Environment
- Familiarity with SELPA structures, governance, and regional service delivery models
- Ability to analyze student outcome data (academic, behavioral, attendance, LRE placement)
- Use of data systems (eg, SEIS or comparable IEP/data platforms)
- Skill in translating data into actionable district/site improvement plans
- Monitoring fidelity of implementation and impact measures
Timeline
Assistant Director Special Education
Lake Elsinore Unified School District
01.2021 - Current
Coordinator Special Education
Lake Elsinore Unified School District
08.2016 - 12.2020
Special Education Program Specialist
Lake Elsinore Unified School District
07.2009 - 08.2016
Mild to Moderate Special Education Teacher SDC 6-8
Lake Elsinore Unified School District
08.2005 - 07.2009
Master of Arts - Special Education
Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
Azusa Pacific University