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Shelley Carnes

Evaluator · DISC type sdc
Co-Founder, Executive Director at The Hirsch Academy at The Hirsch Academy
📍 Decatur, Georgia, United States

Shelley Carnes is the co-founder and Executive Director of The Hirsch Academy, a school for neurodivergent students now in its 20th year. With a Masters in Occupational Therapy, she is an Expert DIR Floortime Provider and a certified trainer for the I-ASC program, focusing on neurodiversity-affirming practices.

Outside of her professional life, Shelley is a mother of two who enjoys traveling, dancing, and exploring the outdoors. She is also an avid rock climber and enjoys playing the piano whenever she gets a chance.

She is a passionate supporter and ally of the Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) Atlanta Chapter.

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Experience
21 Years
Current Role
Co-Founder, Executive Director at The Hirsch Academy
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Decatur, Georgia, United States
Personality Overview

How Shelley shows up

Quality Focused
Hard To Convince
Thorough Evaluator

They are not very likely to become strong advocates of your product or service They have a unique set of diverse traits where they are decisive and methodical but can sometimes be extra cautious and skeptical They focus on the results, but can still be quite procedural and analytical about how to get there

Priorities

Topics Shelley cares about

Neurodiversity Affirming Education
Co-founded and leads The Hirsch Academy, which champions neurodivergent students and consults with other educators on implementing respectful, innovative support programs.
DIR/Floortime Model
As an Expert DIR Floortime Provider, this relationship-based approach is a core part of her professional practice and her school's educational philosophy.
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Career

Work history

5-2004
Co-Founder, Executive Director at The Hirsch Academy
The Hirsch Academy
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
8-1997 - 5-2000
Masters of Science
Brenau University
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Steadiness (S)

Steadiness (S) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to focus on cooperation, support and taking everyone along. Those scoring high tend to be consistent and calm.

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