Kevin Figley
Beebe
Summary
Professional and Responsible Special Education Instructional Specialist offering 10 years of success in special education services, UDL implementation, and development and amendment of IEPs. Possessing a strong understanding of Special Education procedures, deadlines, and documentation. Ability to develop accommodations and/or modifications to ensure student success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Instructional Specialist
Searcy Public Schools
08.2014 - Current
- Developed and implemented innovative instructional strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with educators to design curriculum materials aligned with state standards and best practices.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement and informed instructional adjustments.
- Coordinated assessment processes, ensuring reliable evaluation of student progress and achievement levels.
- Utilized recorded data to implement actionable curriculum improvements.
- Developed tailored learning strategies for diverse groups of students, resulting in improved academic outcomes.
- Verified compliance with all state and local education requirements.
- Served as a resource for teachers seeking guidance on effective pedagogical approaches or specific content knowledge expertise.
- Implemented innovative teaching techniques to accommodate various learning styles and individual needs.
- Collaborate with teachers to determine curriculum efficacy.
- Assisted in the development of curriculum aligned with state standards, ensuring comprehensive coverage of required content.
- Assisted in development and adjustment of IEPs.
- Collaborated with faculty to analyze student data, identifying areas for targeted intervention and support.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
- Shared important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education K-12
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Middle School Education
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05-2011
Skills
- Classroom management
- Instructional leadership
- Instructional coaching
- Student engagement
- Curriculum alignment
- Adaptive learning
- Teaching strategies
- Universal design for learning
- Educational technology
- Inclusive teaching
- Special education
- IEP management
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational and planning skills
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Punctual and dependable
- Communicating with parents and teachers
Timeline
Special Education Instructional Specialist
Searcy Public Schools
08.2014 - Current
Master of Science - Special Education K-12
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science - Middle School Education
Arkansas State University