About Carrie Straub | Special Education Teacher (LBD K–12)
Carrie Straub is a certified Special Education Teacher (Learning and Behavior Disorders, K–12) with experience supporting students across elementary, middle, and high school settings. Her work focuses on helping students with diverse learning and behavioral needs access meaningful, appropriate, and legally compliant educational services.
Carrie has extensive experience developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), delivering specially designed instruction (SDI), and using data-driven practices to monitor student progress. She has supported students with learning disabilities, autism, ADHD, and behavioral challenges, providing structured academic and behavioral interventions tailored to each student’s unique profile.
Her approach is grounded in both instructional best practices and a strong understanding of special education compliance. She works to ensure that students are not only supported academically, but also receive the services and protections they are entitled to under special education law.
Carrie values collaboration with families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams to create consistent, supportive environments where students can succeed. She is committed to advocating for students while maintaining a professional, solutions-focused approach that centers on student outcomes.
A principled approach to student success
Potential employers in higher education, student services, and mission-driven organizations, as well as valued colleagues, will find here a clear understanding of my professional philosophy. I am organized, compliance-aware, collaborative, and deeply committed to equitable student outcomes, adept at translating policy into practical, student-centered action. My focus is on creating environments where integrity and fairness guide every step.
Driven by a belief in educational transformation
Beyond my professional skills, what truly drives my work is a deep belief that access to education can change the trajectory of a person’s life. As someone who understands the impact of opportunity and structured support, I am motivated by the idea that systems, when implemented thoughtfully, can create stability and possibility for students navigating complex challenges. My passion for fairness, clarity, and ensuring individuals feel both supported and respected within institutional frameworks guides my every professional endeavor, centered in Louisville, Kentucky.
Let's connect: bringing value to your team
After learning about my structured, ethical, and student-centered approach, I invite you to explore my work in more detail and see how my experience aligns with your organization’s needs. Whether you're considering a potential role, a collaboration, or wish to discuss shared professional interests, I encourage you to reach out for a conversation. I am confident I would bring steady, thoughtful value to your team at Carrie Straub, specializing in academic support, regulatory compliance, and data-informed decision-making.