KELLEEN DONAHUE
KANSAS CITY,MISSOURI
Summary
Skilled Orientation and Mobility Specialist focused on maximizing independence, safety, and access to the environment through creative application of non-visual techniques and cane skills. Top-notch communicator with excellent time management, research-based techniques, and rapport building and teaming skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist
Children's Center For The Visually Impaired
05.2022 - Current
- Developed strong transdisciplinary relationships through consistent communication and goal-orientated collaboration.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve best student outcomes.
- Spearheaded development of digital resources that increased performance and efficiency for team-members and student families.
- Improved student-outcomes through early-intervention strategies and Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC).
- Implemented O&M training procedures for new staff and visitors in support of company mission statement.
- Mentored internship students, fostering professional growth through knowledge and best practices in the O&M field.
- Managed student billing tasks, daily notes and detailed schedules for continued revenue through
- Monitored inventory for continued availability of necessary student supplies.
- Attended training programs in the field of O&M and additional related services for acquisition of new skills.
Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist
Blue Valley School District
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Implemented Orientation and Mobility Programming for increased performance and independence in school-aged students.
- Determine individual student needs through collaboration, observation, evaluation processes.
- Engaged with school-teams for development and implementation of Individual Education Plan
- Recorded student progress for data- collection and increased student performance
- Provided yearly staff and parent training
- Attend district and/or career opportunities for continuing education, and current data-driven strategies.
Orientation and Mobility Internship
Kansas State School for the Blind
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Provided direct instruction and data-collection to school-aged students in community settings.
- Reviewed student health and education information and reports, and assisted in creation of IEP present level and goals.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Actively participated in team meetings, offering insightful suggestions that led to innovative problem-solving strategies.
- Adapted instructional methods to meet the needs and goals of each student's level of functioning.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to enhance skill set, contributing to overall intern growth and potential future employment prospects.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow staff on projects and presentations.
Education
Bachelor of Health Science - Health Sciences -
University of Missouri
Columbia, MissouriMaster of Education in Special Education - Orientation and Mobility -
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, Texas12.2018
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Serving Diverse Communities and Abilities
- One-on-one sessions
- Transdisciplinary team approach
- Safety-driven Procedural Planning
- Client Confidentiality
- Compliance requirements
- Supervisory Mentorship
Certification
Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist License- Expires: March 31, 2029
Timeline
Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist
Children's Center For The Visually Impaired
05.2022 - Current
Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist
Blue Valley School District
08.2019 - 05.2022
Orientation and Mobility Internship
Kansas State School for the Blind
08.2018 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Health Science - Health Sciences -
University of Missouri
Master of Education in Special Education - Orientation and Mobility -
Texas Tech University
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