I am Dr. Shannon Marie Abel, an administrative and educational leader with extensive experience in office operations, program coordination, case management, and academic writing. I have led teams, driven data-informed decisions, and developed curricula and supportive services for students and families. My work centers on building strong relationships, mentoring staff, and optimizing systems to advance educational outcomes. I am passionate about collaborating with administrators, counselors, teachers, and communities to create effective programs and services. I seek leadership opportunities where I can apply my administrative, analytical, and communication strengths to strengthen educational programs and organizational effectiveness.

Dr. Shannon Marie Abel

I am Dr. Shannon Marie Abel, an administrative and educational leader with extensive experience in office operations, program coordination, case management, and academic writing. I have led teams, driven data-informed decisions, and developed curricula and supportive services for students and families. My work centers on building strong relationships, mentoring staff, and optimizing systems to advance educational outcomes. I am passionate about collaborating with administrators, counselors, teachers, and communities to create effective programs and services. I seek leadership opportunities where I can apply my administrative, analytical, and communication strengths to strengthen educational programs and organizational effectiveness.

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I am Dr. Shannon Marie Abel, an administrative and educational leader with extensive experience in office operations, program coordination, case management, and academic writing. I have led teams, driven data-informed decisions, and developed curricula and supportive services for students and families. My work centers on building strong relationships, mentoring staff, and optimizing systems to advance educational outcomes.

I am passionate about collaborating with administrators, counselors, teachers, and communities to create effective programs and services. I seek leadership opportunities where I can apply my administrative, analytical, and communication strengths to strengthen educational programs and organizational effectiveness.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Secondary Case Manager & Special Education Teacher (7th Grade Inclusion) at Amelia County Middle School
July 1, 2024 - Present
Managed caseload of students with IEPs/504s, ensured compliance and documentation accuracy; delivered differentiated instruction and conducted assessments; collaborated with administration, counselors, and teachers; maintained academic, behavioral, and communication records.
Secondary Case Manager & Special Education Teacher at Dinwiddie Middle School
August 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024
Delivered English instruction in inclusion and self-contained settings; prepared evaluations, reports, and data summaries; coordinated communication and progress monitoring.
Elementary Case Manager & Special Education Teacher (LD Self-Contained) at Midway Elementary School
August 1, 2020 - August 1, 2023
Led K–5 instruction and caseload documentation; developed IEPs, conducted assessments, ensured regulatory compliance; facilitated multidisciplinary meetings.
Special Education Assistant Teacher at Midway Elementary School
July 1, 2017 - August 1, 2020
Supported instruction in inclusion and self-contained settings; assisted with data tracking and documentation.
Lead Preschool Teacher at Knowledge Points
January 1, 2010 - July 1, 2010
Developed instructional materials and maintained classroom documentation; managed parent communication and progress reports.
Owner & Operator at Klassi Kids
April 1, 2004 - July 1, 2005
Managed business operations including bookkeeping and inventory; directed marketing, sales, and customer service; maintained financial tracking.
Receptionist / Management Assistant at U.S. Bancorp Piper Jaffray
April 1, 1999 - October 1, 2001
Managed office operations including data entry and scheduling; created financial worksheets and conducted research; supported management and client communications.

Education

Ed.D., Educational Leadership at Liberty University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
M.A.T., Special Education at Liberty University
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
B.A., Educational Studies at Western Governors University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
A.A., Business at University of Phoenix
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009

Qualifications

Comprehensive Orton-Gillingham Plus Certification
January 1, 2025 - January 3, 2026
VA Dept. of Criminal Justice Services – CRCC
January 1, 2025 - January 3, 2026
Science of Reading
January 1, 2025 - January 3, 2026
LETRS Certificate of Mastery
January 1, 2021 - January 3, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization