Kaci Duhon
Sulphur,LA
Summary
Enthusiastic Assistant Principal with 18 years of experience in the Calcasieu Parish School System. Motivated to improve relationships among faculty, students and administrators. Outstanding skills in parent communication, conflict resolution, staff and student management. Personable and outgoing with skill in building rapport with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Calcasieu Parish School System
07.2023 - Current
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Facilitated collaboration between parents, teachers, and students to address academic and behavioral issues.
Special Education Teacher
Calcasieu Parish School System
08.2018 - 07.2023
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques while collaborating with regular education teachers.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning goals and objectives and ensured students were in a least restrictive environment.
- Taught multiple subjects and grade levels to students while ensuring state standards were being imbedded throughout instruction.
- Ensured that all students accommodations were being met while in regular and special education setting.
Secretary
Calcasieu Parish School System
08.2010 - 05.2018
August 2018– July 2023
Special Education Teacher | Western Heights Elementary |
Data Processing Clerk
Calcasieu Parish School System
08.2007 - 08.2010
- Collaborated with school principals and counselors' status via email or phone to assist with student scheduling.
- Managed data reports for trends in discipline and tests scores
Education
Certified Elementary Grades 1-5 And Mild/Moderate -
Iteach Louisiana
Master's in Educational Leadership -
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA12.2022
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA12.2018
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Parent engagement and communication
- IEP development
- Behavioral intervention
- Student achievement
- Data-driven instruction
- School facilities and operations
- Discipline management
- Critical thinking and judgment
- School security and safety procedures
Accomplishments
- Support Person of the Year-2011 Frasch Elementary
- Teacher of the Year-2021 Western Heights Elementary
- Top 5 finalist for Calcasieu Parish Elementary Teacher of the year- 2021
- Special Education Advisory Council for Calcasieu Parish School Board- 23/24
- Teacher Leader Advisor for Louisiana Department of Education-2023-Current
- Aspiring Principal Fellows for Louisiana Department of Education-2024/2025
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Calcasieu Parish School System
07.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Calcasieu Parish School System
08.2018 - 07.2023
Secretary
Calcasieu Parish School System
08.2010 - 05.2018
Data Processing Clerk
Calcasieu Parish School System
08.2007 - 08.2010
Master's in Educational Leadership -
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
McNeese State University
Certified Elementary Grades 1-5 And Mild/Moderate -
Iteach Louisiana
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