Work Preference
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
LEADERSHIP, COMMITTEES & SPECIALIZED TRAINING
ADDITIONAL STRENGTHS
Timeline
Open To Work

CHANTEL CARTER

HARTFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Meriden,Connecticut

Work Preference

Job Search Status:

Open to work

Desired start date:

Immediately

Desired Job Title

Special Education Teacher & Team LeadSpecial Education TeacherState School TeacherAssistant Principal
2
Certification
23
Years of experience

Educational leader with more than 20 years of experience serving diverse student populations and school communities. Experienced in instructional leadership, data-driven decision-making, staff mentoring, stakeholder collaboration, student support, and school improvement. Certified in Connecticut Intermediate Administration and Supervision (092), with a Sixth Year in Educational Leadership and a strong record of academic achievement. Committed to fostering safe, inclusive, equitable learning environments where students and educators can thrive.

Qualified Assistant Principal with solid background in Special Education, providing tailored instructional strategies for diverse learning needs. Successfully implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) to enhance student engagement and progress. Demonstrated expertise in behavior management and fostering inclusive classroom environments.

Work History

Special Education Teacher & Team Lead

2 Years 7 Months
HARTFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS | 01.2024 - Current
  • Led Planning and Placement Team (PPT) meetings and developed student goals for grades 1–8, ensuring instructional alignment.
  • Mentored a team of special education staff members while supporting regulatory compliance and effective practice.
  • Collaborated with the Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) to analyze student data and inform the School Improvement Plan (SIP).
  • Participated in the School Governance Council (SGC) and contributed to strategic resource allocation aligned with schoolwide goals.

Special Education Teacher

9 Years
NEW HAVEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS | 01.2015 - 01.2024
  • Developed individualized education plans addressing diverse student needs, aligning with measurable learning objectives.
  • Collaborated with parents and educators to coordinate support and enhance student learning outcomes.
  • Implemented differentiated instructional strategies to increase student engagement and participation in learning activities.

State School Teacher

11 Years
CT DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES | 01.2002 - 01.2013
  • Instructed adjudicated youth with behavior-management strategies to enhance engagement and facilitate learning.
  • Adapted instructional methods in specialized educational setting, fostering strong communication and a student-centered approach.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
  • Fostered positive classroom environments promoting respect, collaboration, and academic growth.
  • Assessed student performance using various evaluation methods to inform instructional strategies.

Education

Sixth Year Educational Leadership - Intermediate Administrator And Supervision

Southern Connecticut State University | New Haven, CT | 12.2025
  • 4.0 GPA

Master of Science - Special Education

Southern Connecticut State University | New Haven, CT | 07.2003
GPA: 3.93

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Central Connecticut State University | New Britain, CT | 05.1998
GPA: 3.4

Skills

Instructional Alignment
IEP development
Differentiated instruction
Instructional strategies
Data-Driven Decision Making
Behavior intervention
Classroom management
School improvement
Planning and placement team
Mentoring support
Instructional Leadership
Stakeholder Engagement
Family engagement
Community collaboration
Student Support & Advocacy
Strategic Resource Management

Certification

  • State of Connecticut, Intermediate Administrator and Supervision (092) | 2026-01-01
  • State of Connecticut, Professional Educator: Special Education, Grades 1–12 | 2003-01-01

LEADERSHIP, COMMITTEES & SPECIALIZED TRAINING

  • Instructional Leadership Team (ILT)
  • School Leadership Team
  • Culture and Climate Committee
  • School Governance Council (SGC)
  • Attendance, Culture and Engagement (ACE)
  • School Beautification Committee Chair
  • Wilson Reading Certified
  • Orton-Gillingham
  • Culturally Relevant Pedagogy

ADDITIONAL STRENGTHS

  • Strategic Leadership
  • Data Analysis
  • Inclusive & Equitable School Culture
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Professional Collaboration
  • Compliance Oversight
  • Student Advocacy
  • School Improvement

Timeline

Special Education Teacher & Team Lead

HARTFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
01.2024 - CurrentRead More

Special Education Teacher

NEW HAVEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
01.2015 - 01.2024Read More

State School Teacher

CT DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
01.2002 - 01.2013Read More

Central Connecticut State University

Bachelor of Science from Sociology
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Southern Connecticut State University

Master of Science from Special Education
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Southern Connecticut State University

Sixth Year Educational Leadership from Intermediate Administrator And Supervision
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CHANTEL CARTER