Hey there! I'm Gabrielle, coming to you with over a decade of experience igniting positive change in diverse school communities, noted visionary academic leadership, program development, and an unwavering dedication to fostering inclusive school cultures. Proven success in overseeing programs for special populations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and empowering educators.In my current role as Talented & Gifted Department Chair at Kipp Metro Atlanta, I'm the driving force behind school operations. I partner with department leads to ensure seamless execution of budgets, discipline systems, and school events. I'm all about fostering healthy school cultures!• As the Multi-Tiered System Support Coordinator, I've played a pivotal role in implementing tiered infrastructure to support students' academic and social-emotional needs. • Through comprehensive training and coaching programs, I've empowered teachers to deliver targeted intervention, resulting in measurable improvements in student outcomes.• In my previous role as a 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫, I advocated for students' individualized needs and facilitated access to the general curriculum. I've helped students achieve significant growth and transition successfully to general education settings.Education: Special Education Concentration, Kennesaw State UniversityMaster of Art in Teaching, Early Childhood Education, GPA: 3.78/4.00, Mercer University, Atlanta, GABachelor of Science, Human Services, GPA: 3.18/4.00, Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, GAI am pursuing a specialist degree in Special Education with a concentration in Educational LeadershipCertification & Endorsements: Georgia Teaching License - Early Childhood Education (P-5) | English as a Second or Foreign Language - ESOL Endorsement Special Education General Curriculum Certification K-12 | Gifted and Talented – Tag Endorsement | The Georgia Association for Gifted Children Professional Association of EducatorsCareer Highlights:• Achieved 95% student comprehension rate post-lesson.• Launched and led a school's first TAG program, boosting identified TAG students by 30%.• Proficient in ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements and overseeing the implementation of RTI/SST processes.• Led professional learning initiatives in quality instruction, positive behavioral support, and compliance with IDEA, ADA, and Section 504.If you're looking for a dedicated educator with a proven track record of driving positive change, let's connect!