Kassy Morales
McCordsville
Summary
Experienced education leader and higher education professional with a background in building-level administration, instructional coaching, and leading large-scale, statewide initiatives. Adjunct professor teaching
master’s-level course, designing and facilitating impactful professional learning that supports system improvement. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with educators, administrators, and institutional leaders, serve as a trusted liaison across organizations, and communicate complex work in ways that advance shared goals across diverse educational contexts.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School of Education Adjunct Professor
University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
01.2023 - Current
- Teach a fully virtual master’s level foundational literacy course using both synchronous and asynchronous instruction.
- Design and develop the course from syllabus through weekly lessons, ensuring alignment with program goals and Science of Reading–aligned research.
- Create and manage engaging course content within the Brightspace LMS, including readings, discussions, and assessments.
- Facilitate meaningful learning and provide targeted feedback to support instructional growth and classroom application.
Project Manager
University of Indianapolis Center of Excellence in Leadership of Learning (CELL)
Indianapolis, IN
12.2022 - Current
- Lead and manage the statewide implementation of a multi-million-dollar, foundation-funded initiative, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities.
- Serve as primary liaison with instructional coaches, administrators, and school leaders across 150+ schools, building strong relationships that advance goals, support lasting instructional improvements, and ensure program sustainability.
- Design and facilitate high-impact professional learning experiences for educators and administrators, effectively communicating program goals, outcomes, and value.
- Plan and lead large-scale, multi-day institutes for 600+ participants, overseeing logistics, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional coordination.
- Collaborate with school and district leaders to analyze data, identify needs, and strategically prioritize initiatives that advance equitable outcomes.
- Partner with national experts to design and deliver statewide webinars, expanding outreach and engagement while strengthening the visibility and credibility of the initiative.
- Collaborate with School of Education faculty and instructional leaders to review and refine master’s-level syllabi, aligning course content, professional learning, and field-based practices with current research, best practices, and institutional standards.
Building Level Administrator
Hamilton Southeastern School District
Fishers, IN
08.2017 - 12.2022
- Provided instructional and organizational leadership in partnership with the school principal to establish policies and procedures that promoted equitable outcomes for every student.
- Guided and facilitated professional development opportunities for staff, focusing on curriculum, instructional strategies, and research-based best practices.
- Conducted observations and evaluations of staff performance, using the insights gained to design targeted professional development to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Lead the restructuring and facilitation of the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) team to ensure an inclusive, responsive approach to meeting the diverse needs of students.
- Developed, collected, and analyzed school-wide achievement and behavior data for individual students and grade levels to inform instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to analyze data and conduct action research, setting goals that support all students’ academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Oversaw the organization and supervision of all standardized testing across grade levels, including NWEA, CogAT, WIDA, ILEARN, and IREAD assessments.
Instructional Coach
Hamilton Southeastern School District and MSD Lawrence Township
Fishers, IN
08.2012 - 08.2017
- Developed and facilitated research-based professional development sessions for educators at both the school and district levels, delivered in-person, hybrid, and virtual formats.
- Coached and trained educators on the implementation of current best instructional practices, including Reading, Writing, and Math Workshops, STEM integration, and effective use of technology in the classroom.
- Actively contributed to school and district-level diversity initiatives, fostering inclusive educational practices.
- Managed, analyzed, and reported assessment data to the principal, teachers, and district leadership, ensuring data-driven decision-making.
- Co-led weekly Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) for K–6th grade teachers, support staff, and related arts staff, promoting collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Partnered with educators across grade levels to develop and achieve professional goals, enhancing instructional effectiveness and student outcomes.
Classroom Teacher
MSD Lawrence Township and Indianapolis Public Schools
Indianapolis, IN
08.1998 - 08.2012
- First - Sixth Grade Classroom Teacher
- English as a Second Language Teacher
- Preschool - Kindergarten Special Education Teacher
Education
Master of Science - Ducational Administration And Supervision
Ball State University
Muncie, IN06-2017
Master of Science - Effective Teaching And Leadership
Butler University
Indianapolis, IN08-2004
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Ball State University
Muncie, IN12-1997
Skills
- Leadership
- Project Management
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Training and Development
- Technology Integration
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Curriculum Design
- Strong Communication
- Life-Long Learner
- Learning Management Systems
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Suite
Certification
Science of Learning Micro-credential (December 2025)
Early Literacy Endorsement (June 2025)
Structured Literacy™ Classroom Teacher Knowledge Certificate (C-SLCT) (October 2025)
Administrator License (July 2017)
English as a Second Language Teaching License (June 2009)
General Elementary Teaching License (July 1998)
Timeline
School of Education Adjunct Professor
University of Indianapolis
01.2023 - Current
Project Manager
University of Indianapolis Center of Excellence in Leadership of Learning (CELL)
12.2022 - Current
Building Level Administrator
Hamilton Southeastern School District
08.2017 - 12.2022
Instructional Coach
Hamilton Southeastern School District and MSD Lawrence Township
08.2012 - 08.2017
Classroom Teacher
MSD Lawrence Township and Indianapolis Public Schools
08.1998 - 08.2012
Master of Science - Ducational Administration And Supervision
Ball State University
Master of Science - Effective Teaching And Leadership
Butler University
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Ball State University