Kelly Bacus

Veteran educator with approximately 33 years of experience in special education and elementary education, with extensive expertise in individualized instruction, IEP development and implementation, curriculum design, differentiated instruction, case management, inclusive learning, and collaboration with families and multidisciplinary teams. Experienced in MICI programming, teacher consultation, mentoring, school leadership, standards-aligned curriculum development, and creating accessible learning experiences for students with diverse and complex learning needs. Recognized for sustained commitment to students, collaborative leadership, and educational service.

Special Education Teacher / MICI Program Lead - Mount Pleasant Public Schools / Mount Pleasant High School - Michigan

(2022-01 - 2025-01)

• Led and supported secondary MICI programming, including classroom and program preparation, curriculum development, records review, family communication, student scheduling, and coordination of student services.
• Developed and implemented individualized education programs and instruction for students with significant and diverse learning needs.
• Coordinated case-management responsibilities and collaborated with general education teachers, paraprofessionals, related-service providers, administrators, and families.
• Designed differentiated academic, functional, life-skills, and intensive-reading instruction to increase access, independence, and student participation.
• Supported accessible instruction through adaptive resources, assistive technology, accommodations, and individualized learning pathways.
• Contributed to schoolwide leadership, student activities, mentoring, and professional collaboration.

Special Education Teacher Consultant - RAPS / MCISD

• Designed and implemented IEPs and customized K–5 curriculum materials aligned to NGSS and CCSS.
• Developed differentiated science lessons, instructional supports, and assessments for diverse learning needs.
• Created accessible instructional materials using assistive technology and adaptive resources.
• Collaborated with educators, therapists, families, and other stakeholders to strengthen instruction and student programming.
• Facilitated professional development and participated in curriculum review initiatives.
• Maintained detailed documentation supporting curriculum frameworks, assessment, student programming, and compliance.

Elementary Teacher, Grades K–5 - Tecumseh Public Schools - Michigan

• Developed interdisciplinary instruction integrating science, literacy, mathematics, and hands-on learning.
• Used educational technology, formative assessment, and student data to guide instruction and increase engagement.
• Created inclusive classroom environments emphasizing collaboration, differentiated support, and student growth.

Master's Degree - Learning Disabilities (K–12) - Eastern Michigan University

Master's Degree - Special Education - Eastern Michigan University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary & Special Education - Eastern Michigan University