KIKawana Israel
@kawanaisrael
Experienced special education leader ensuring compliance and inclusive outcomes.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am an accomplished special education professional with broad experience as a teacher, assessor, case manager, and coordinator across public and DoDEA systems. My work centers on developing and overseeing IEPs/504 plans, ensuring legal compliance (IDEA, Section 504, ADA), and improving services for students with diverse needs.
I have led assessments, chaired annual review and reevaluation meetings, and served as a school-level liaison and consultant to align special education practices. I regularly provide professional development to general and special education staff on accommodations, behavior supports, and special education law.
My background includes roles as a Special Education Teacher, Special Education Assessor, and most recently 504 Plan and Special Education Coordinator, where I managed compliance, training, data, and complaint investigations. I have developed behavior plans, case-managed students with autism, mild intellectual disabilities, and other health impairments, and supported inclusion models and resource settings.
I hold advanced degrees in Special Education and Educational Leadership (Ed.S. and Ed.D.), maintain active professional affiliations, and bring a consistent record of driving program improvement, collaboration with families and staff, and measurable impact on student access and outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
IEP Consultant
Discovery School at Myrtle Beach
Jun 2025 - Present (7 months)
Manage compliance, training, and district-wide support for students with disabilities, ensuring adherence to IDEA, Section 504, and ADA while developing and overseeing IEPs and 504 plans to improve inclusive practices.
Special Education Teacher
Chester County School District
Aug 2023 - May 2025 (1 year 9 months)
Taught grades 3-5 in a self-contained classroom and served as case manager, leading annual reviews and collaborating with parents and general education staff to meet IEP goals and improve student outcomes.
DASpecial Education Assessor
Department of Defense Education Activity
Sep 2019 - Mar 2022 (2 years 6 months)
Conducted special education evaluations per Public Law and DoDEA policy, managed assessment processes, reported results, and collaborated with staff, parents, and agencies to support eligible students.
DASpecial Education Teacher
Department of Defense Education Activity
Oct 2018 - Sep 2019 (11 months)
Served as case manager and co-teacher in inclusion and resource models for grades 6-7, developed behavior plans, chaired annual reviews, and provided professional development on special education practices.
DASpecial Education Assessor
Department of Defense Education Activity
Jan 2016 - Oct 2018 (2 years 9 months)
Evaluated students per DoDEA and federal guidelines, managed assessment processes, reported findings, and coordinated with school staff, parents, and community agencies to support special education services.
DASpecial Education Assessor
Department of Defense Education Activity
Sep 2014 - Jan 2016 (1 year 4 months)
Managed special education assessments in compliance with DoDEA policy, provided evaluation reports, and collaborated with staff and families to guide eligibility and services for students.
DASpecial Education Assessor
Department of Defense Education Activity
Sep 2010 - Aug 2014 (3 years 11 months)
Performed evaluations and managed assessment procedures per DoDEA and federal guidelines, reporting results and coordinating with school teams to support students with disabilities.
Special Education Teacher
Rock Hill School District 3
Aug 2008 - Sep 2010 (2 years 1 month)
Served as case manager and co-teacher across inclusion and resource settings for grades 3, 5, and 9, developing behavior plans, leading annual reviews, and delivering professional development to staff.
Special Education Teacher
Clover School District 2
Aug 2004 - Jun 2008 (3 years 10 months)
Taught Grades 9-12 in self-contained and inclusion settings, managed cases, developed behavior plans, chaired annual reviews, and collaborated with general education teachers to meet IEP objectives.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
NUNorthcentral University
Doctor of Education, Educational Leadership
2017 - 2018
Grade: 3.9/4.0
Activities and societies: Coursework included research methodology, quantitative research design, dissertation research, IRB and data collection; earned 60 semester hours.
Completed doctoral coursework and dissertation in Educational Leadership, earning a Doctor of Education in October 2018 with a 3.9 GPA.
WUWinthrop University
Master's Degree, Special Education
2008 - 2010
Grade: 3.88/4.0
Activities and societies: Coursework included teaching students with autism, advanced assessment in special education, and ESL certification; graduated Magna Cum Laude.
Completed Master of Science in Special Education in May 2010 with a 3.88 GPA, focusing on advanced special education practice and assessment.
WUWinthrop University
Bachelor's Degree, Special Education
2000 - 2004
Grade: 3.66/4.0
Activities and societies: Completed practicum and coursework in assessment, behavior, and instruction for learners with disabilities; graduated Cum Laude.
Earned a Bachelor's degree in Special Education in May 2004 with a 3.66 GPA, preparing for K-12 special education instruction.
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