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Teka Hyatt

@tekahyatt

Special education and ESL instructional leader improving inclusion, equity, and outcomes through coaching and data-driven practice.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking to lead inclusive, data-driven instruction as a Special Education/ESL educator and instructional coach—building professional learning systems, mentoring staff, and implementing curriculum innovation that advances equity and student success.

I’m an innovative educational leader with a Doctorate in Curriculum Instruction and Technology Design and more than eight years of K–12 experience in instructional leadership, special education, and English as a Second Language. I lead professional learning systems, instructional coaching, and curriculum innovation aligned with state and national standards to elevate teaching and learning outcomes.

As a Lead Special Education Teacher for Nolanville Elementary School (Killeen ISD), I drive campus-level initiatives in instructional improvement, inclusion, and differentiated practices. I facilitate PLCs focused on data-driven instruction, student engagement, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and I coach and mentor teachers through modeling, co-teaching, and reflective feedback cycles.

I also strengthen special education programming through continuous improvement plans and district-aligned support. As a Capturing Kids’ Hearts (CKH) Process Champion, I model SEL-based relational practices and provide coaching for effective engagement and classroom culture—work recognized through Teacher of the Year and finalist recognition for Killeen ISD Teacher of the Year.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Lead Special Education Teacher

Current

Killeen ISD (Nolanville Elementary)

Aug 2022 - Present (3 years 9 months)

Led campus-level instructional improvement and inclusive, differentiated special education practices aligned to district goals. Facilitated data-driven PLCs, coached teachers through co-teaching and feedback cycles, and advanced SEL culture as a Capturing Kids’ Hearts (CKH) Process Champion.

Special Education Data Driven Instruction Instructional Coaching SEL (CKH)

ESL Instructor

Central Texas College

Aug 2025 - Nov 2025 (3 months)

Developed and delivered curriculum-aligned ESL courses focused on academic language acquisition and college readiness. Used formative data to assess progress and refine instruction, integrating technology to support learner autonomy and engagement.

Curriculum Aligned ESL Instruction Academic Language Acquisition Learner Autonomy Technology Integration Student Progress Tracking

Special Education & ESL Teacher

Killeen ISD (Rancier Middle School)

Aug 2019 - May 2022 (2 years 9 months)

Delivered evidence-based interventions and co-taught core subjects to support academic and language growth. Designed and led district professional development on inclusive instruction and behavioral intervention frameworks, and mentored new teachers on data analysis and curriculum adaptation.

Inclusive Instruction Behavioral Interventions Curriculum Adaptation Data Analysis

Magnet Special Education & ESL Teacher

Carroll Magnet Middle School

Aug 2017 - Apr 2019 (1 year 8 months)

Integrated 1:1 technology models and project-based learning aligned to state standards to support multilingual and special education learners. Co-developed interdisciplinary STEM-and-literacy curricula using culturally responsive instruction and facilitated parent/community engagement sessions for multilingual families.

1:1 Technology Integration Project Based Learning STEM And Literacy Integration Parent engagement Special Education Instruction