Heather Cable
Springfield,TN
Summary
Results-driven Special Education professional with 15+ years of experience implementing federal and state special education requirements across multiple educational settings. Demonstrated expertise in IDEA compliance, IEP development and monitoring, Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA), and data-driven decision-making. Proven ability to collaborate with district leadership, multidisciplinary teams, and families to ensure appropriate services, regulatory adherence, and improved student outcomes. Extensive experience supporting complex behavioral cases and aligning instructional practices with state standards and accountability measures.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher Behavior
Robertson County Schools
White House, TN
02.2021 - Current
- Implement federal and state special education regulations within a highly structured behavior program serving students with significant social-emotional and behavioral needs
- Develop, review, and revise Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to ensure compliance with IDEA, including measurable goals, present levels, and progress monitoring procedures
- Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and develop Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) aligned with identified behavioral functions and evidence-based practices
- Analyze student performance data (academic and behavioral) to guide decision-making, evaluate intervention effectiveness, and ensure appropriate service delivery
- Collaborate with school administration, general education staff, and district-level personnel to ensure consistency in implementation of supports and services
- Provide ongoing communication with families and stakeholders regarding student progress, services, and procedural safeguards
- Support program fidelity through training and guidance of paraprofessionals in behavior management, data collection, and instructional practices
- Maintain compliance documentation and ensure alignment with district procedures and state guidelines
- Apply crisis prevention and de-escalation strategies in accordance with CPI standards to ensure student and staff safety
Special Education Inclusion Teacher
Clarksville Montgomery County Schools
Clarksville,TN
08.2019 - 02.2021
- Delivered specially designed instruction within the general education setting to ensure access to grade-level curriculum in the least restrictive environment (LRE)
- Supported implementation of IEP accommodations and modifications in alignment with compliance requirements
- Monitored and documented student progress toward IEP goals using data-driven practices
- Collaborated with general education teachers and administration to ensure instructional alignment and regulatory compliance
Self Contained Special Education Teacher
Clarksville Montgomery County Schools
Clarksville,TN
08.2011 - 05.2019
- Implemented individualized instructional and behavioral programming for students with significant disabilities
- Developed and monitored IEPs to ensure compliance with federal and state requirements
- Utilized structured behavior systems and data collection methods to improve student outcomes
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate service provision and documentation
Middle School Special Education Teacher
Sumner County Schools
Hendersonville, TN
08.2008 - 05.2011
- Provided targeted academic interventions and supported IEP implementation in a resource setting
- Assisted in progress monitoring, documentation, and compliance-related processes
- Collaborated with general education staff to ensure access to curriculum and adherence to accommodations
Education
Certification - BCBA
Martinsburg College
Martinsburg, WV02-2025
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05-2008
Master of Arts - Education
Cumberland University
Lebanon, TN08-2012
Skills
- IDEA Compliance & Regulatory Implementation
- IEP Development, Review & Progress Monitoring
- Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) & Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)
- Data Analysis & Program Evaluation
- MTSS / Tiered Systems of Support
- Stakeholder Engagement (Families, District, Central Office)
- Specially Designed Instruction (SDI)
- Risk Management & Student Safety Protocols
- Policy Implementation & Procedural Fidelity
- Staff Training & Technical Assistance
- Crisis Prevention & Intervention (CPI Certified)
Timeline
Special Education Teacher Behavior
Robertson County Schools
02.2021 - Current
Special Education Inclusion Teacher
Clarksville Montgomery County Schools
08.2019 - 02.2021
Self Contained Special Education Teacher
Clarksville Montgomery County Schools
08.2011 - 05.2019
Middle School Special Education Teacher
Sumner County Schools
08.2008 - 05.2011
Certification - BCBA
Martinsburg College
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Master of Arts - Education
Cumberland University