Kacey Carlton
New Albany
Summary
Experienced professional with a background in education, leadership, and relationship-building. Proven success in training, coaching, crisis management, documentation, state and federal regulatory compliance, and supporting individuals with diverse needs. Recognized for strong communication, adaptability, problem-solving, and the ability to build positive, productive relationships while achieving organizational goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Clarksville High School
01.2021 - Current
- Created and facilitated the implementation of IEPs for students with varying disabilities.
- Scheduled and conducted annual case conference meetings.
- Analyzed and used data to make inform programming decisions for students in the special education program.
- Maintained accurate records for progress monitoring.
- Communicated and educated staff on accommodations for students with IEPs and 504s.
- Mentored new special education teachers.
- Provided administrative coverage for the elementary, middle, and high school administration as needed.
Special Education Behavioral Consultant & Self-Contained Teacher
Madison Area Special Education Co-op
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Collaborated with staff to plan and provide behavior-related educational services and support.
- Facilitated meetings to support the development of specific plans for behavior intervention, social skills, de-escalation, and crisis management.
- Engaged parents/guardians in the development process of intervention plans and empowered parents/guardians by providing them with the skills necessary to support the intervention plans created.
- Provided administrative coverage for the elementary, middle, and high school administration as needed.
Self-Contained Special Education Teacher
Clarksville Middle School
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Facilitated all IEP meetings for students within the self-contained classroom setting.
- Administered individualized instruction in all core content areas in the self-contained settings and as a general education push-in support.
- Formulated, implemented, and updated FBAs and BIPs.
- Created a classroom reward system to support student growth in the areas of behavior.
- Developed a sensory room utilizing the funds received through a Donors choose project.
- Provided PD to staff related to providing special education services in the general education setting.
Self-Contained Special Education Teacher
Bloomington North High School
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Demonstrated the ability to have a compassionate and patient approach to working with students with severe emotional disabilities.
- Showed strong communication and collaboration skills by developing productive, positive relationships with students, parents/guardians, and colleagues.
- Effectively managed a self-contained behavioral classroom through the development of individualized intervention plans and positive behavior reward system.
Special Education, German & Mentor Teacher
Clarksville High School
01.2007 - 01.2016
- Analyzed and utilized data to make informed decisions for teacher and student support, as well as school-wide initiatives and incentive programs.
- Mentored and coached teachers on best instructional practices to ensure high-quality, effective teaching practices were being utilized to support student achievement and growth.
- Attended and helped to facilitate weekly professional development.
- Evaluated teachers utilizing the TAP rubric.
- Effectively communicated with teachers regarding instructional best practices and effective support of students with exceptionalities within the general educational setting.
Special Education Teacher
Jeffersonville High School
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Worked with students who had learning, mental, emotional, and physical disabilities.
- Adapted general education lessons to provide students with exceptionalities an opportunity to be successful in various educational settings.
- Conducted IEPs and facilitated parent/guardian meetings regarding behavioral support needs.
- Work collaboratively with the special education department to provide learning opportunities for all students to thrive and grow regardless of disability label.
Education
Masters in Educational Leadership -
Indiana Wesleyan University
01-2020
Special Education Specialist Licensure Degree - undefined
Indiana University Southeast
01-2007
Bachelors of Science - Secondary Education and German
Indiana University
01-2003
Skills
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Adaptability
- Conflict Resolution
- Crisis Intervention
- Differentiated Instruction
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Experienced in operating forklifts, reach trucks, and other warehouse equipment
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Clarksville High School
01.2021 - Current
Special Education Behavioral Consultant & Self-Contained Teacher
Madison Area Special Education Co-op
01.2019 - 01.2021
Self-Contained Special Education Teacher
Clarksville Middle School
01.2017 - 01.2019
Self-Contained Special Education Teacher
Bloomington North High School
01.2016 - 01.2017
Special Education, German & Mentor Teacher
Clarksville High School
01.2007 - 01.2016
Special Education Teacher
Jeffersonville High School
01.2003 - 01.2007
Special Education Specialist Licensure Degree - undefined
Indiana University Southeast
Bachelors of Science - Secondary Education and German
Indiana University
Masters in Educational Leadership -
Indiana Wesleyan University