Amber Kosek
Medina,OH
Summary
Educational professional with a strong background in developing individualized education plans and implementing intervention strategies. Recognized for building strong relationships with students and parents, promoting a positive learning environment, and facilitating social-emotional learning.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Intervention Specialist
Strongsville City Schools
Strongsville, OH
08.2024 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans to support students' academic and behavioral needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement effective intervention strategies in classroom settings.
- Monitored student progress, adjusting interventions based on performance data and feedback.
- Facilitated small group sessions to enhance social skills and emotional regulation among students.
- Conducted assessments to identify student challenges and recommend appropriate resources for support.
- Maintained accurate records of student interventions and outcomes for compliance reporting.
- Built strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily activities.
- Empowered students by teaching self-advocacy skills and promoting independence within the classroom setting.
VPK Teacher
Pinellas County School District
St. Petersburg, FL
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans that fostered early childhood learning and engagement.
- Implemented interactive activities to enhance cognitive, social, and emotional development in students.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's educational progress and address individual needs.
- Monitored student behavior and implemented positive reinforcement strategies to promote a respectful classroom environment.
- Fostered a positive learning environment, implementing classroom management strategies for effective behavior modification.
- Collaborated with team members to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans promoting a well-rounded education.
Sales Associate
The Raspberry and the Rose
Medina, OH
06.2016 - Current
- Enhanced customer engagement through personalized service and product recommendations.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure availability of popular items and minimize stockouts.
- Trained new staff on sales techniques and company policies to promote consistency in customer interaction.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Universty of Akron
Akron, OH12-2019
Skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- IEP development
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Positive reinforcement
- Progress monitoring
- Inclusion practices
- Emotional support
- Behavior modification
- Intervention strategies proficiency
Timeline
Intervention Specialist
Strongsville City Schools
08.2024 - Current
VPK Teacher
Pinellas County School District
08.2021 - 06.2023
Sales Associate
The Raspberry and the Rose
06.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Education
Universty of Akron