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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Allison Kovach

Greensboro,PA

Summary

Compassionate Special Needs Teacher with proven background in enhancing learning experiences for children with diverse needs. Strengths include a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Tech-savvy and an adept user of various educational programs. Committed to cultivating student growth and success.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Preschool Special Needs Teacher

Monongalia County Schools
Morgantown, West Virginia
08.2022 - Current
  • Teach academic, social, and life skills to preschool-aged students- some of which have learning, emotional, or physical disabilities.
  • Create and administer IEPs.
  • Implement programs of study.
  • Foster a classroom climate conducive to learning.
  • Modify instructional methods to meet the individual needs of students.
  • Meet professional responsibilities.

Special Education Teacher

Monongalia County Schools
Morgantown, West Virginia
02.2020 - 08.2022
  • Developed and implemented IEPs for students with disabilities.
  • Adapted lessons to meet students' needs.
  • Assessed student progress through formative assessments, progress monitoring, and regular reporting.
  • Collaborated with parents, general education teachers, and other professionals to ensure the IEP goals are appropriate and achievable.

Substitute Teacher

Central Greene School District
Waynesburg, Pennsylvania
09.2011 - 02.2020
  • Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
  • Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
  • Monitored classrooms, ensuring that all students were safe and adhering to school rules.

Education

Cert Only - Mentally/Physically Handicapped PK-8

California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA
12-2013

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education K-6

Waynesburg University
Waynesburg, PA
05-2011

Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Elementary Education

West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV

Skills

  • Effective communication
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Technological proficiency
  • Professional demeanor
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Learning styles
  • Organizational skills

Certification

Elementary (K-6) Teaching Certificate

Special Education (PK-8) Teaching Certificate

References

Rosetta Le

Suncrest Elementary School Principal

(681)-285-5529

Josalyn Slavonic

Pre-K and Private Schools Interim Special Education Coordinator

(304)-588-2334

Brenda Yohn

Former Preschool/Private School Integration Specialist 

(304)-906-9251

Timeline

Preschool Special Needs Teacher

Monongalia County Schools
08.2022 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Monongalia County Schools
02.2020 - 08.2022

Substitute Teacher

Central Greene School District
09.2011 - 02.2020

Cert Only - Mentally/Physically Handicapped PK-8

California University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education K-6

Waynesburg University

Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Elementary Education

West Virginia University
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