Joacelyn Antoine
Special Education Director
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Developed and implemented individualized education programs (IEPs) to meet the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of students with diverse disabilities. Delivered differentiated instruction aligned with state standards to improve student achievement and maximize learning outcomes. Collected and analyzed student data to monitor progress, adjust instructional strategies, and ensure compliance with IEP goals.
Experience
Special Education Director - GEO Next Generation Academy
(2025-08)
- Developed and implemented individualized education programs (IEPs) to meet the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of students with diverse disabilities.
- Delivered differentiated instruction aligned with state standards to improve student achievement and maximize learning outcomes.
- Collected and analyzed student data to monitor progress, adjust instructional strategies, and ensure compliance with IEP goals.
- Collaborated with general education teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families to support student success.
- Utilized evidence-based behavior intervention strategies and positive behavior supports to improve classroom engagement and reduce challenging behaviors.
- Conducted IEP meetings, maintained accurate documentation, and ensured compliance with federal and state special education regulations.
- Adapted curriculum, assessments, and instructional materials to accommodate students' individual learning needs.
- Fostered an inclusive, structured, and supportive learning environment that promoted independence, self-advocacy, and academic growth.
Behavior Consultant - New Beginnings Behavior Intervention Services
(2024-01)
Work as an independent contractor
- Create and implement Behavior Support Plans
- Create Quarterly Reports
- Manage a caseload
- Observe and identify clients' behavior patterns.
- coordinate with client providers and families.
Behavior Consultant - Outward Bound Support Services, LLC
(2023-07 - 2026-01)
Work as an independent contractor
- Create and implement Behavior Support Plans
- Create Quarterly Reports
- Manage a caseload
- Observe and identify clients' behavior patterns.
- coordinate with client providers and families.
Case Manager (SPED) - GEO Next Generation High
(2021-05 - 2025-05)
- Manager a large caseload of IEPs.
- Lead Special Education Teacher.
- Train new special education teachers.
- Collecting information and updates from teachers and assessments.
- coordinate with client providers and families.
Teacher of Record (SPED) - GEO Next Generation High
(2020-05 - 2021-05)
- Completing quarterly reports on IEP goals and objectives.
- Collaborating with all appropriate building staff to develop an appropriate IEP.
- Preparing all necessary IEP paperwork in a timely manner.
- Co-teach all subjects.
Teacher - Indianapolis Teaching Fellows
(2020-06)
- Admitted to a highly selective cohort of recent college graduates and career changers committed to raising student achievement in Indianapolis and Northwest Indiana.
- Participating in an intensive Pre-Service Training, including five weeks of field experience.
- Highly qualified by the State of Indiana to teach Special Education (K-12) under a Transition to Teaching permit.
Instructional assistant - Northview middle/True North Academy
(2020-01 - 2020-07)
- Develop lesson plans and grade assignments.
- Build a support system for the students.
- Work in the computer as the lead teacher.
- Mentor students with different backgrounds and IEPs.
Special Education Teacher Assistant - Crispus Attucks High School
(2019-09 - 2020-01)
- Work on math and reading comprehension.
- Set up one-on-one sessions with students.
- Worked on writing skills.
Mentor - The Verizon/KSU Minority Male Maker Program
(2016-06 - 2019-05)
- Worked on 3D printing such as laser melting and laser Sintering.
- I was able to be a positive role model for the youth.
- Taught teamwork, hard work, and leadership skills by working on different app projects.
Substitute teacher - Franklin County Public Schools
(2016-01 - 2018-05)
- Maintain classroom order, manage student behavior, and provide a safe and effective learning environment.
- Create reports to inform the regular teacher of student success.
- Implement lesson plans set by the regular teacher.
Education
Master of Arts - Education/Special Education (MAED) - Marian University (2022-05) Indianapolis, IN
Master of Arts - Exceptional Student Education/Applied Behavior Analysis - University of West Florida (2021-12) Pensacola, Florida
Bachelor of Art - Physical Education - Kentucky State University (2018-05) Frankfort, KY
Associates in Arts - Dakota College at Bottineau (2015-12) Bottineau, ND
Certificate - Hospitality and Tourism Management (2020-01) Boca Raton, Florida