Quiana Kizer
Woodbridge,VA
Summary
Experienced special education educator, coach, mentor, and student advocate with nearly nine years of experience supporting diverse learners in alternative education. Proven ability to lead students and programs, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, use data to guide decision-making, and foster positive school culture. Demonstrated leadership through special education, athletics, youth mentorship, program development, and community engagement. Seeking advanced preparation in educational leadership to expand impact on students, educators, and school communities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Prince William County Public Schools
Manassas, VA
11.2016 - Current
Provide individualized academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support to students with diverse learning needs in a nontraditional educational setting.
Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), accommodations, and student goals.
Analyze academic and behavioral data to monitor student progress and guide instructional and behavioral interventions.
Collaborate with administrators, general and special education teachers, related-service providers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student achievement.
Advocate for equitable access to instruction, resources, interventions, and extracurricular opportunities.
Support students in developing self-advocacy, communication, decision-making, leadership, and social-emotional skills.
Contribute to a positive school climate through relationship-building, accountability, consistency, and collaborative problem-solving.
Maintain accurate student records and documentation while ensuring compliance with special education requirements.
Education
M.D. - Special Education
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA08-2020
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA05-2014
Skills
- Educational Leadership
- Special Education
- Student Advocacy
- IEP Development & Implementation
- Data-Informed Decision Making
- Behavior Intervention
- Program Development
- Youth Mentorship
- Family & Community Engagement
- Collaborative Leadership
- Conflict Resolution
- Student Development
- Team Building
Leadership & Community Engagement
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated
Member | 2026 – Present
Participate in public service initiatives supporting education, community engagement, and the advancement of underserved communities.
Support programs aligned with the Sorority’s Five-Point Programmatic Thrust, including Educational Development and Physical and Mental Health.
Engage in service and outreach efforts that promote educational achievement, mentorship, wellness, and community empowerment.
Potomac Senior High School
Girls Basketball Head Coach
Lead the development and operation of a competitive girls basketball program while emphasizing academic achievement, character, accountability, and leadership.
Led the program to a District Championship during the second and third year as head coach.
Establish program expectations and cultivate a positive team culture centered on discipline, teamwork, resilience, and personal growth.
Coordinate practices, competition preparation, player development, team communication, and program operations.
Mentor student-athletes in academics, leadership, college preparation, and personal development.
Collaborate with administrators, athletic personnel, coaching staff, families, and community stakeholders.
Youth Mentorship & Community Service
Mentor young women through the Big Sister Program, providing academic support, study-hall accountability, and personal-development guidance.
Support It Girls empowerment programming centered on confidence, education, leadership, and positive decision-making.
Participate in community food drives serving 100+ families, toy drives, hygiene-kit distributions, literacy initiatives, and patient-support programs.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Prince William County Public Schools
11.2016 - Current
M.D. - Special Education
George Mason University
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management
Virginia State University