Summary

Overview

Work History

Education

Skills

Certification

Accomplishments

Community Service

Publications

Accomplishments and Community Service

Work Availability

Affiliations

Websites

Interests

Portfolio

Software

Languages

Additional Information

Timeline

Loucricia Carson

Educational Leadership/ Consultant, Public Speaker, Assistive Technology Professional, Director (Dyslexia Board)

United States

Summary

Accomplished leader with extensive experience in governance, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement. Demonstrated track record of driving organizational success through collaboration, adaptability, and effective decision-making. Recognized for integrity, innovation, and results-oriented approach, supported by data analytics reporting and positive feedback from staff, students, and parents. Skilled in cultivating progress, recruitment and retention strategies, fostering strong teams through courageous conversations, and establishing fruitful partnerships. Enrolled in continuous learning opportunities such as Project Management and Public Relations certification courses.

Overview

2026

years of professional experience

Certification Early Childhood Special Education

Work History

WI Special Ed Council Member & Co-Chair

Dept. of Public Instruction: Wisconsin Council on Special Education- Voluntary Work

09.2019 - Current

Elected and served as 2024-2025 council co-chair
Co-Facilitate quarterly meetings and intermittent follow-up special meetings to address issues/special actions to resolve with council members on the team
Promote bi-annual public forums (state), attend and support families during council/ DPI hosted forums, review & discuss feedback and collaborate to develop strategic action plans to implement initiatives for improving educational outcomes
Advocated for equitable access to resources for students with disabilities within the state educational system.
Write recommendations to State Superintendent of Public Instruction as annual report submitted by current council chairs
Currently nominated for 3rd (3 year) term for September 2025

Director/Board Conf. & Education Chair/Co-chair

International Dyslexia Association (non-profit) Voluntary Work Experience)

05.2015 - Current

Project Management: Developed and designed conference flyers, processed and proposals as well as delegated activities for board members to assist with such as communications, literature, promotion, and fundraising
Coordinated preliminary planning/preparation and delegation of conference tasks and event responsibilities for in person and virtual conferences. Designed virtual platform for conferences as emergency protocol during years of the pandemic
Recording presenters virtually as needed, collecting and uploading videos as well as additional conference materials for distribution utilizing various media outlets and virtual platforms
Managed the Eventbrite platform and communicating with registrants, leading up to conference activities, and through the duration of the 2 months while asynchronous materials were live (available for self-paced learning and review) Sabbatical 24/25

State Personnel Development Grant Advisory

Department of Public Instruction - Voluntary Work Experience

2025 - Current

Collaborate with statewide stakeholders including senior district administrators, community partners and university personnel to develop strategic plans to establish equitable and sustainable practices in educator retention and recruitment

Assistive Technology/ Program Support (Coach)

MPS

08.2013 - 08.2025

Provides professional development (PD)/ Training to regular and special education staff pertaining to the assistive technology (AT) use/ implementation in alignment with district strategic plan
Participated on multiple interview teams throughout tenure and trained new Assistive Technology Coaches
Supported families by sharing information through presentations and representing the AT Team at several annual community events such as Celebrating Abilities, Foro Latino (for approximately 5 years)
Frequent collaborations with SSIMS team and New Educators Institute to provide AT training to new educators as well as veteran teachers
Assess the need for assistive technology by observing the student, reviewing content submitted via student support request Smartsheet and interviewing students concerning their needs/abilities and perspective challenges
Provided consultation, follow-up support for staff and students to maximize accessibility and overcome barriers to learning (reading, math, writing, communication, organization, etc.)
Modeled how to integrate the use of assistive technologies and tier 1 learning tools into daily instruction to promote inclusive practices
Provided PD for Principal Institutes and other district leaders including Assistant Principals, School Support Teachers, Curriculum Specialists, Technology Champions, Library Media Specialists, Special Ed Supervisors, Regional Supervisors, Occupational, Speech and Physical Therapists pertaining to AT
Collaborated with departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans (with such teams as Science, Instructional Technology, Bilingual, Montessori, and Library Media) to enhance accessibility to the curriculum, acknowledge diversity, assist with plans and deliver training to staff across the district
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
Learned how to operate various devices/equipment/software such as but not limited to switches (Pal Pad, Big Red, Jelly, Power Links Wireless Beamers, etc.), adaptive toys, Big Macks, Step By Steps, Twin Talk, programming various multi-level communication devices, Change Light Table, Switch Adapted Software, Google Read Write, Orbit Note, Kiwi Write, Destiny (for tracking inventory), Microsoft Office, Google Suite
Partnered with Educational Technology companies such as Texthelp (Evewary), Tobii Dynavox and Gynzy to provide PD Training and support for educators
Troubleshooted minor problems and reported larger technical issues to district IT support and collaborated to restore order, improving functionality and productivity
Experienced with social media and communications platforms as evidenced by editing and uploading content for educators and student learning via Screencastify, Microsoft, Google Sites, Youtube and Google Classroom
Collaborated with AT team to determine appropriate updated no-tech, low tech, mid-tech and periodically high-tech equipment.
Advocated for the purchase of several pieces of equipment /material that helped to provide the multisensory experience for students that struggle with regulation
Advocated for equitable practices and courageous conversations with the mindset of maximizing productivity amongst and across teams for the purpose of staff morale and support
Advocated for the district approval and purchase of tier 1 instructional/assistive technology software to the benefit of all learners
Developed SMARTE Goals for educator effectiveness based on classroom/district status pertaining to AT, consistent implementation, data collection and ongoing progress monitoring
Participated in monthly Chief of Academic Office and Team of Aligned Needs meetings (TAN)
Weekly collaborations with Team of Aligned Needs (TAN) to Survey/Assess, Process and develop strategic plans to address needs in the 1 of 15 most significantly challenged High Schools and assisted team in supporting student discipline committee during the process of developing messaging for the summit and school wide student peer support
Introducing and coordinating an ongoing "Positively Speaking Impact Campaign" taking steps to network various schools, district leaders, media/communications department, and local news networks
Served as an instructor for the Milwaukee Virtual Program (MVP) under specialized services and other duties as assigned.

Assistive Technology Contractor / Consultant

CESA 2 (Virtual) Cooperative Educational Services Agency

10.2020 - 06.2022

Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines were met and tasks were completed accurately
Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of 10 Assistive Technology Professionals across the state of Wisconsin
Developed infographics for current and future collaborative statewide efforts with various districts and committees
Engaged in data analysis and strategic planning to identify problems, develop solutions designed supports for educators and other AT professionals for the purposes of empowering students and families with tools to access the curriculum
Provided presentations for virtual AT Community of Practice meetings (statewide-educators, administrators, parents, therapists, etc.)
Helped educators troubleshoot difficulties utilizing AT
Maintained detailed records of expenditures, invoices, while adhering to budget guidelines related to each project.
Managed tasks during summer, evening and lunch hours

Special Education Teacher

MPS

08.2006 - 06.2013

Provided academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support for students with special needs
Reviewed IEP with student's parents, school administrators and student's general education teachers
Utilized technology to supplement instruction and enhance student learning adapting materials as needed
Collaborated with co-workers to provide school wide professional development pertaining to co-teaching

Assistant Site Director

Community Learning Center (Lead Agencies: ) MPS Site

06.2003 - 05.2009

Maintained accurate records of all financial transactions related to the site operations.
Assistant Site Director: Planned and supervised staff and during various community events/excursions throughout summer and afterschool activities.
Empowered over 20 adult and youth staff members to perform duties such as teaching early childhood classes and modeling how to provide academic enrichment for primary students including but not limited to organizing, creating/submitting lesson plans
Developed and implemented strategic programs to enhance community engagement and educational outcomes

K4 Lead Teacher

Next Door Foundation

08.2002 - 06.2004

Designed/implemented lesson plans according to Wisconsin’s Model of Early Learning Standards (WMELS) while adapting lessons and materials for diverse learners
Collaborated with colleagues and other agencies such as Head Start to help provide appropriate resources and support for students and families in need

Youth/Teen Counselor and Program Co-Coordinator

Thomas Edison CLC (AGAPE- Lead Agency) & Agape Community Center

08.2000 - 06.2002

Designed/implemented lesson plans for academic enrichment/ recreational activities and organized community dinners
Supervised staff as Co-Coordinator when the Coordinator chose to pursue a different career
Supervised youth and staff during field trips, coordinated activities for After-School/ Summer Programs, wrote grants to support youth initiatives and submitted monthly reports
Sponsored Open Basketball sessions for the community (youth and young adults) during evening hours
Facilitated open communication with parents regarding their child's progress in the program while honoring confidentiality guidelines
Built strong relationships with stakeholders, gaining trust and support for program initiatives.

Youth Counselor and Teen Youth Leader

Neighborhood House of Milwaukee

06.1998 - 06.2000

Designed/implemented lesson plans for academic enrichment and coordinated recreational activities
Sponsored Open Basketball sessions for the community (youth and young adults) during evening hours
Attended professional learning and collaborative opportunities through United Way
Supervised teens through partnership with Will Allen (Farming-Composting-Silver Spring)
Under-filled as Youth and Teen Leader in absence of coordinator
Facilitated group activities promoting social skills and emotional well-being among participants
Mentored junior staff in effective counseling techniques and conflict resolution strategies
Collaborated with community organizations to enhance program outreach and support services

Education

Certification - PMI-PMP Project Management

Coursera

10-2025

Certification - Public Relations

Microsoft Coursera

11-2025

Master of Science (M.S.) - Exceptional Education

UW-Milwaukee

Milwaukee, WI

12.2015

Certification - Early Childhood Special Education

University of Milwaukee

Milwaukee, WI

05.2008

Post Baccalaureate - Urban Education

Cardinal Stritch University

Milwaukee, WI

Bachelor of Science - Criminology And Law Studies

Marquette University

Milwaukee, WI

05.2000

Skills

Flexibility in project management
Google Suite, Microsoft Office
Interpersonal skills and problem-solving
Agile mindset and resilience in challenges
Multitasking and continuous improvement
Adult learning and Staff Development
Technical skills, video conferencing and editing

Assessing the need for Assistive Technology (AT)
Modeling and supporting the implementation of AT
Recruitment, retention, and onboarding
Learning Management Systems (LMS)
Motivation, initiative and delegation
Strategic leadership, data analysis and planning
Infinite Campus

Certification

Certificate Skilled Submitter-2023 Screencastify
Certificate Master The Screencast-2025 Screencastify
Certificate Excellent Editor-2023 Screencastify
Certificate of Coaching Foundations- 2023 Core Competencies Resource Development Say Life Coach Institute- IFC
Certified User Google Read and Write- 2023 Texthelp
Certificate Assistive Technology: Certified AT Trainer II - 2023 Texthelp Academy
Autism Line Therapist- Integrated Services Line Therapist 2015

Accomplishments

Humanitarian Peace Award 1996
Team Of Aligned Needs (TAN) Member 2025

Community Service

Church of the First Born, Missionary, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 2022-02, Present, Established trust within the community through acts of service such as donating food and personal items to shelters and singing songs of fellowship to encourage the people in various settings, Developed strong interpersonal skills while working with volunteers and local churches to support mission projects

Publications

Wisconsin Council of Administrators of Special Education (WCASS) Guide: How to Provide Students with IEPs Access to Their Grade Level Curriculum Through Text to Speech (Pages 42, 43, 44 ) WCASS Guide
Wisconsin Council on Special Education Professional Learning: Planning and Communication Tool July 2024 Council Chairs Submitted after collaborative meetings and recommended changes (Located on DPI website- Can be furnished upon request)
Assistive Technology Infographic (enclosed)
Education with Grace Proposal/Services- Empowering Educators to Overcome Barriers to Implementation excerpts can be furnished upon request
Article: Assistive Technology (AT) & PD (enclosed)
Ambitious Instruction Principal Leadership Institute (PLI) PD collaboration Sample - This can be furnished upon request

Accomplishments and Community Service

Food Pantry and Community Garden Worker

Removed, installed, and maintained plant material in beds and containers.
Helped to stock food on tables and distribute to community
Carried items from storage, vehicles to distribution site

Missionary

Established trust within the community through acts of service such as donating food and personal items to shelters and singing songs of fellowship to encourage the people in various settings
Developed strong interpersonal skills while working with volunteers and local churches to support mission projects
Singing songs of worship and spending time with the elderly and/or individuals special needs
Youth and family mentoring : encouragement and prayer

Work Availability

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Affiliations

International Dyslexia Association Wisconsin Branch
Wisconsin Council on Special Education Advisory (to the State Superintendent)
State Personnel Development Grant (SPDG) Advisory Committee
Neighborhood House of Milwaukee
Christian Faith Based Virtual and Local Church Communities Mission Work

Websites

Interests

Community Outreach

Improving teams and establishing equitable practices

Improving accessibility, achievement and accountability

Promoting Positive Messages

Portfolio

State Superintendents Advisory Council

Assistive Technology Infographic

WCASS Guide

Analytics

Parent Brochure for Assistive Technology

Software

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Eventbrite Website (Conference Platform - Virtual Event-Live and Asynchronous))

Microsoft Office Windows OS and ADOBE

Gynzy

Video conferencing - Google Meets and Zoom

Screencastify

Google Suite, Google Read/Write, OrbitNote

Languages

English

Native or Bilingual

Additional Information

Assets for hiring company: Effective leadership with innovative ideas and strategic planning skills, motivated to serve and eager to help empower people to be their best. Proactive implementation of strategies to empower bilingual families and staff with learning materials in their native language along with extensions that can assist them with translating and defining content to increase comprehension while enhancing accessibility.

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