Arlevia Bell
Atlanta
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with 19 years of experience, including 8 years in leadership roles, specializing in schoolwide instructional and MTSS systems that effectively support 384 scholars. Proven expertise in driving data-informed instructional decisions across Tier 1-3 supports, enhancing core instruction, and ensuring compliance with IDEA and Section 504 regulations. Proactive member of the School Leadership Team, contributing to campus planning, staffing, and operational execution to foster a collaborative environment. Recognized for building sustainable systems and cultivating educator development that significantly improves student outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal of Scholar Support
KIPP Atlanta Schools
Atlanta, GA
08.2022 - Current
- Lead and sustain schoolwide MTSS framework serving 384 scholars, ensuring alignment between Tier 1 core instruction and Tier 2–3 interventions
- Supervise and develop 13 teachers and service providers
- Established and maintain an audit-ready compliance system overseeing 94 annual IEP and 504 plans, achieving 100% on-time completion with zero corrective action findings
- Lead data reviews with instructional teams to drive targeted instructional adjustments and tier movement decisions
- Improved IEP goal attainment rates through structured progress monitoring and targeted staff coaching
- Serve as a core member of the School Leadership Team driving scheduling, staffing, and campus-wide operational planning
Scholar Support Department Chair
KIPP Atlanta Schools
Atlanta, GA
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Led expansion of inclusive Tier 1 instructional practices across grade levels
- Strengthened IEP implementation and documentation systems
- Facilitated PLCs and coached educators on data-driven instructional adjustments
Special Education Teacher
KIPP Atlanta Schools
Atlanta, GA
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Managed caseload of 20+ scholars
- Implemented structured progress monitoring systems
Teacher
Lafayette Parish Schools
Lafayette, LA
08.2016 - 05.2020
- Delivered standards-based instruction to 60+ students annually
- Applied targeted interventions to improve academic performance
Intervention Specialist & Special Education Teacher
01.2007 - 01.2016
- Provided individualized and small-group instruction in U.S. and international school settings, including service as an Intervention Specialist with the Kuwait Ministry of Education
- Designed and implemented data-informed intervention plans for diverse learners across K–8 populations
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to adapt curriculum and instructional strategies to varied cultural and linguistic contexts
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership (Tier I)
Clark Atlanta University
05-2026
Inclusive Schools Leadership Institute
Relay Graduate School of Education
01-2024
Master of Education - Special Education
University of Phoenix
01-2015
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Southern University A&M
01-2005
Skills
- Instructional Leadership & MTSS Implementation
- Staff Supervision & Performance Development (13 Direct Reports)
- Data Analysis & Tiered Progress Monitoring
- IDEA & Section 504 Compliance Oversight (94 Annual Plans)
- Campus Scheduling & Strategic Planning
- Family Engagement & Procedural Safeguards
- Instructional leadership
- Parent engagement and communication
- Student achievement
- Data-driven instruction
Certification
- Georgia Professional Educator Certificate 723513– Level 5
- Special Education (P–12) | Valid through June 2029
Timeline
Assistant Principal of Scholar Support
KIPP Atlanta Schools
08.2022 - Current
Scholar Support Department Chair
KIPP Atlanta Schools
08.2021 - 06.2022
Special Education Teacher
KIPP Atlanta Schools
08.2020 - 08.2021
Teacher
Lafayette Parish Schools
08.2016 - 05.2020
Intervention Specialist & Special Education Teacher
01.2007 - 01.2016
Inclusive Schools Leadership Institute
Relay Graduate School of Education
Master of Education - Special Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Southern University A&M
Master of Science - Educational Leadership (Tier I)
Clark Atlanta University