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ANNA LARSON KERNES

ANNA LARSON KERNES

Eastvale

Summary

Passionate and dedicated educator and advocate with a diverse skill set in early childhood education, special education, Applied Behavioral Analysis, and district substitute teaching across all grade levels. Proficient in American Sign Language, excels in developing customized lesson plans, implementing effective instructional strategies, and cultivating inclusive classroom environments. Recognized for collaborative approach, adaptability, creativity, and achieving tangible outcomes. Skilled in Universal Design for Learning, differentiated instruction, classroom management, individualized education plans, and student assessments.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Corona Norco Unified School District
02.2025 - Current

Owner/Teacher

CaliKids Clubhouse
10.2011 - Current
  • Created all curricula/lesson plans and taught American Sign Language in varied settings including one on one lessons with individuals with hearing differences and specialized needs to group classes for parents with babies or parent groups with children with Down Syndrome or Autism.
  • Created all curricula/lesson plans and taught Music and Movement classes, Preschool classes and Preschool Science classes in a parent/child format.
  • Created all curricula/lesson plans and taught Preschool classes without parent to children ages 3-5 years old which included portions of all class types previously mentioned.
  • Created all curricula/lesson plans and taught ABA style tutoring sessions for individuals with specialized needs to supplement a child's classroom goals and objectives both academically and behaviorally.
  • Observed children in their school and home settings as well as reviewed assessments and IEPs, collaborated with teachers and discussed with parents to create tutoring goals, objectives and curriculums used to teach.
  • Provided advocacy for parents within the IEP process.
  • Managed the daily operations related to customer service, inventory management, and marketing.
  • Negotiated contracts and agreements with business partners, vendors, and customers.

Early Childhood Interventionist/ABA

Coyne and Associates
10.2003 - 02.2005
  • Cultivated meaningful relationships with students for maintaining trust throughout lessons and exercises.
  • Provided direct behavioral therapy using evidence-based practices.
  • Maintained accurate records of client performance and progress towards goals.
  • Monitored client progress through data collection and graphing methods.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to increase desired behaviors and decrease inappropriate behaviors.

Service Coordinator

Regional Center Orange County
10.1999 - 10.2003
  • Provided direct case management services and advocacy to individuals and families for access to needed services for people with intellectual disabilities.
  • Developed and maintained effective relationships with clients, families, and other professionals.
  • Assisted in obtaining resources from educational, social, health, and welfare agencies to meet needs of residents.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate between agencies or providers to identify goals and develop strategies to achieve those goals.
  • Completed forms and reports in compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Met regularly with clients to support case plan accomplishment and reevaluate goals.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Behavioral Science

Concordia University Irvine
Irvine, California
12.1997

Master of Teaching-Inclusive Education - MS, MMSN, ESN, ECSE

University of La Verne
La Verne, California
05-2027

Skills

  • FLUENT IN American Sign Language
  • Creative lesson plan development
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Cognitive and behavioral development
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Alternative learning methods
  • Special education
  • Elementary education
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Child development
  • Clear public speaking skills
  • Customer relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication

LANGUAGES

American Sign Language Fluent
Riverside Community College

Timeline

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Corona Norco Unified School District
02.2025 - Current

Owner/Teacher

CaliKids Clubhouse
10.2011 - Current

Early Childhood Interventionist/ABA

Coyne and Associates
10.2003 - 02.2005

Service Coordinator

Regional Center Orange County
10.1999 - 10.2003

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Behavioral Science

Concordia University Irvine

Master of Teaching-Inclusive Education - MS, MMSN, ESN, ECSE

University of La Verne

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