KIRK P. PRESTON
Carmel,IN
Summary
Results-driven education and operations professional with 15+ years of experience spanning special education, consulting, sales, and program development. Proven ability to build systems, drive measurable outcomes, and lead stakeholders across complex environments. Combines data-driven decision-making, client relationship management, and training expertise to improve performance and deliver results. Seeking remote opportunities in customer success, program management, or consulting.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Consultant
Love Consulting
Indianapolis, IN
01.2025 - Current
- Advise school leadership on performance improvement strategies aligned to state standards
- Conduct classroom observations and evaluate instructional effectiveness and student engagement
- Audit IEP compliance and provide actionable recommendations to improve service delivery
- Deliver written reports outlining strategic improvements for academic and operational outcomes
Special Education Teacher (Lead Case Manager)
Belzer Middle School
01.2023 - Current
- Manage full IEP caseload, ensuring compliance and measurable student progress
- Designed and implemented a student performance tracking system integrating grades, attendance, and IEP goals
- Lead case conferences with parents, teachers, and administrators to align on student outcomes
- Developed executive functioning curriculum for social-emotional learners
- Provide coaching and instructional support to general education teachers
- MSD Lawrence Township
Special Education Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Delivered in-person and virtual instruction for SPED and general education students
- Led case management and facilitated stakeholder meetings
- Provided homebound virtual instruction during COVID, ensuring continuity of services
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies improving student engagement and access
Special Education Teacher
FWISD
Fort Worth, TX
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Delivered inclusion and resource instruction aligned to state standards (STAAR)
- Developed individualized intervention plans based on student data
- Supported general education classrooms through co-teaching and small-group instruction
Sales Consultant (Senior / Mentor)
CarMax
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Achieved Diamond-Level Sales Status within 3 years
- Sold 885+ vehicles with 65% extended warranty attachment rate
- Ranked in Top 10% for customer satisfaction for 3 consecutive years
- Trained and mentored new sales consultants, improving team performance
- Recognized as store sales champion and President's Club honoree
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy
01.1994 - 01.1999
- Provided medical support and patient care in high-pressure environments
- Completed advanced technical and field medical training
- Demonstrated discipline, teamwork, and operational excellence
Education
Master of Project Management -
Keller Graduate School of Management
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications Management
DeVry University
Skills
- Program & Case Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Data Tracking & Reporting Systems
- Customer Success & Relationship Management
- Training & Coaching
- Special Education Compliance (IEP)
- Process Improvement
- Remote Instruction & Support
Timeline
Educational Consultant
Love Consulting
01.2025 - Current
Special Education Teacher (Lead Case Manager)
Belzer Middle School
01.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
01.2020 - 01.2023
Special Education Teacher
FWISD
01.2018 - 01.2019
Sales Consultant (Senior / Mentor)
CarMax
01.2010 - 01.2014
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy
01.1994 - 01.1999
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications Management
DeVry University
Master of Project Management -
Keller Graduate School of Management