Karye Brockert
Bryant,AR
Summary
Experienced professional adept to wearing multiple hats- both in the professional realm of education and in the personal realm as a parent of a child with special needs. Eager to apply this diverse array of experiences to drive meaningful change and growth in new endeavors.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Academy (K-12)
Easterseals Arkansas
01.2018 - Current
- Quadrupled student enrollment
- Created a waitlist of over 150 students for enrollment
- Obtained Cognia accreditation in the first year as director
- Established an active parent support group
- Developed HOPE Scholarship for low-income students
- Implemented an ABA program in the education setting
- Led the program that obtained world class Net Provider Survey scores
- Provides professional development to multidisciplinary team
- Implements an EIDT program every summer
- Established a program of virtual instruction for students with disabilities during the pandemic
- Developed a teacher mentorship program that increased staff retention
- Work with stakeholders and families to develop transition plans
- Serves as a key member on the Senior Leadership Committee
- 200,000 Yass Prize recipient due to being nominated by the governor
- Manages budget
- Intensive leadership training with LifeWorks Systems.
Special Education Consultant
Above All Else
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Provided direct behavioral and instructional support to educators in 7 school districts
- Composed intervention plans to address student behavior in a tiered approach
- Provided training on instructional methods and behavior modifications for students with severe and profound disabilities
- Consulted with district administrators on systemic changes needed to address the behavior and instructional needs of students with disabilities.
Developmental Therapist
KidSource Therapy
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Designed, modified, and implemented therapeutic interventions for clients, birth to 3
- Assessed all areas of child development
- Assisted families in obtaining additional services to promote further development
- Provided services in multiple settings: homes, daycares, centers, clinics.
Special Education Teacher (elementary)
Bryant School District
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Educated students with physical, emotional, mental, and learning disabilities
- Developed IEP’s and designed lessons geared toward individual needs
- Facilitated due process meetings
- Collaborated with general education teachers to provide accommodations
- Facilitated the use of assistive technology to address the communication and functional needs of students
- Directed team of paraprofessionals in support of students with disabilities.
First Grade Teacher
Poyen School District
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Differentiated instruction in all subject areas to unique learning styles
- Model classroom for Dawson Coop for ELLA balanced literacy program
- Utilized state standards to create rigorous lessons
- Developed and coordinated field trips for students.
Kindergarten Teacher
Mountain Pine School District
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Lab classroom teacher for federal Reading First Grant
- Responsible for teaching all academic subjects to socially diverse students
- Developed and produced kindergarten graduation programs
- Kept an open line of communication with parents and provide regular feedback through assessments and reports.
Education
Masters of Science in Education - Special Education
Henderson State University
05.2015
Masters Of Science in Education - Advanced Instructional Studies
Henderson State University
05.2010
Bachelors Of Science in Education - Elementary Education
Henderson State University
05.2002
Skills
- Serve on the Arkansas Autism Legislative Task Force
- Trained in PECS, STAR, and LINKS
- Trained in The Reading Initiative for Student Excellence (RISE Arkansas)
- Expert in resolving parental or stakeholder conflicts
- Adjunct Professor in Special Education focusing on Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Provides professional development to educators, advocates, administrators, and state officials on topics focusing on students with disabilities
Timeline
Director of Academy (K-12)
Easterseals Arkansas
01.2018 - Current
Special Education Consultant
Above All Else
02.2017 - 01.2018
Developmental Therapist
KidSource Therapy
02.2017 - 01.2018
Special Education Teacher (elementary)
Bryant School District
01.2012 - 01.2017
First Grade Teacher
Poyen School District
01.2008 - 01.2012
Kindergarten Teacher
Mountain Pine School District
01.2003 - 01.2008
Masters of Science in Education - Special Education
Henderson State University
Masters Of Science in Education - Advanced Instructional Studies
Henderson State University
Bachelors Of Science in Education - Elementary Education
Henderson State University
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