Kara Tappel
Indianapolis,Indiana
Summary
Passionate teacher for 19 years in rural, urban, private and public school settings. Proven history of creating engaged classroom environments supporting diverse educational learning styles. Seeking to leverage expertise, innovative teaching methods, and a strong commitment to student success. Versatile student-oriented approach consistently supporting optimum performance and advancement.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
Certificate
Work History
Special Education Language Support Teacher
Cathedral High School
Indianapolis, IN
08.2022 - Current
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Worked with other departmental staff to answer questions and resolve problems
- Worked with admissions to evaluate students enrollment into specialized support programs.
- Monitored compliance with IDEA Laws, IEP's and 504 plans and implementation
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum and Individualized learning plans
Special Education Teacher
Fayette County Public Schools
Lexington, KY
08.2018 - 06.2022
- Supported instructor with test administration, curriculum development and assignment grading.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Wrote and implemented transition plans for students ages 14 to 21 years old.
- Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with diverse needs, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
- Differentiate instruction to accommodate various learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including parents, therapists, and administrators, to address students' academic, social, and behavioral needs.
- Utilize assistive technology and adaptive materials to enhance learning experiences for students with disabilities.
Certified Teaching Assistant
Archdiocese Of Indianapolis, Office Of Catholic Ed
Indianapolis, Indiana
08.2011 - 01.2014
- Oversaw and developed the Special Religious Education program for 150 churches in the Indianapolis Dioceses
- developed a three prong approach to religious education that fostered Inclusion, Awareness and specialized approaches. I organized the first diverse board of director's to oversee the ministry growth and development
- developed and monitored yearly and monthly budgets and financial plans for the ministry
- designed,streamlined and oversaw OCE's first website for the ministry of persons with disabilities
- provided deanery training programs for inclusive special education
- oversaw the implementation of a variety of specialized religious education program and proved yearly evaluations and improvement plans for deanery programs.
High School Special Education Case Manager
Camel Clay Schools
Indianapolis, Indiana
08.2005 - 08.2011
- Evaluated and supervised itinerant teachers and support staff based on student needs.
- Coordinated staff evaluations for special education personnel.
- Contributed to district-level committees to support needs of students on IEPs.
- Provided specialized instruction and support to students in inclusive classrooms, focusing on individualized learning plans.
- Conducted evaluations and assessments to determine students' strengths, challenges, and appropriate interventions.
- Acted as a liaison between parents, support staff, and the administration to ensure effective communication and support for students.
Special Education Teacher
Greenfield Central School
Greenfield, IN
08.2002 - 06.2005
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education K-12 Mild/ Moderate Disabilities
Xavier University
Cincinnati, OH05.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education And Liberal Arts
Xavier University
Cincinnati, OH06.1999
Skills
- Proficient in creating and implementing IEPs
- Strong understanding of various learning disabilities and behavioral disorders
- Expertise in using assistive technology and adaptive teaching methods
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to create a positive and inclusive environments
- Program development and management
- Technology integration
- Student testing
- Curriculum selection
Certification
Professional Education License, Instructional K-12, Kentucky
- Teaching Exceptional Children Learning And Behavior Disorders, Grades Primary Through 12
Professional Education License Accomplished Practitioner, Instructional, All Schools, Indiana
- License - Mild Intervention, Rules 2002
- Mild Disabilities, Rules 46-47
- Seriously Emotionally Handicapped, Rules 46-47
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Timeline
Special Education Language Support Teacher
Cathedral High School
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Fayette County Public Schools
08.2018 - 06.2022
Certified Teaching Assistant
Archdiocese Of Indianapolis, Office Of Catholic Ed
08.2011 - 01.2014
High School Special Education Case Manager
Camel Clay Schools
08.2005 - 08.2011
Special Education Teacher
Greenfield Central School
08.2002 - 06.2005
Master of Arts - Special Education K-12 Mild/ Moderate Disabilities
Xavier University
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education And Liberal Arts
Xavier University
Professional Education License, Instructional K-12, Kentucky
- Teaching Exceptional Children Learning And Behavior Disorders, Grades Primary Through 12
Professional Education License Accomplished Practitioner, Instructional, All Schools, Indiana
- License - Mild Intervention, Rules 2002
- Mild Disabilities, Rules 46-47
- Seriously Emotionally Handicapped, Rules 46-47
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