Brandy Maneth
Summary
Organized Preschool Special Education Teacher successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for special needs children, required to flourish in an academic setting. Certified and licensed in Kansas and recognized as a highly qualified educator. Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Special Education Teacher
USD 428
08.2020 - Current
- Help develop individualized education plans for children with special needs.
- Supported classroom activities by preparing materials and resources tailored for diverse learners.
- Collaborated with parents to communicate progress and address specific educational needs.
- Observed student behavior to identify learning challenges and recommend appropriate interventions.
- Assess students using Fastbridge for 4-year-olds.
- Develop classroom lessons to meet the needs of all the students.
- Facilitated small group activities to promote social skills and emotional development among students.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning and growth.
- Adapted lesson plans to accommodate varying learning styles and disabilities in the classroom setting.
- Incorporated sensory strategies into daily routines to promote self-regulation and increase focus during instructional time.
- Promoted early literacy skills by incorporating phonics-based instruction into daily reading activities and exposing students to a variety of age-appropriate literature.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education, enhancing the quality of instruction provided to students.
- Supported students'' emotional well-being by creating a safe and nurturing classroom atmosphere where they felt comfortable expressing themselves openly.
- Assessed student progress through ongoing observations, data collection, and analysis, ensuring timely modifications to instruction as needed.
General Education Teacher
USD 403
08.2010 - 04.2020
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered inclusive classroom environments, accommodating diverse learning needs and styles.
- Utilized formative assessments to evaluate student progress and adapt instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support individual student growth and development.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Enhanced student comprehension by implementing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Improved classroom management and maintained a positive learning environment through clear communication of expectations and consequences.
- Provided clear, informative and engaging classroom instruction.
Children's Case Manager
The Center for Counseling
06.2000 - 06.2007
- Developed personalized care plans to address children's unique needs and goals.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure comprehensive support for clients.
- Monitored progress of cases, adjusting strategies as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Implemented best practices for case documentation, enhancing compliance and reporting accuracy.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Educated parents on effective parenting techniques by providing evidence-based resources that promoted healthy family dynamics.
- Coordinated services between multiple agencies to streamline support efforts for optimal client satisfaction and resource utilization efficiency.
- Provided crisis intervention support for children experiencing emotional distress or facing immediate safety concerns.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices in child welfare management.
Education
Master of Arts - Learning And Instructional Design
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS05-2028
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Special Education
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS12-2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS05-2000
Skills
- Emotional regulation support
- Classroom organization
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Positive reinforcement
- Adaptive learning techniques
- Social skills training
- Sensory integration
- Early childhood education
- Assessment strategies
- IEP implementation
- Individual education plans IEPS
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Positive role model
- Small group instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Behavior modifications
- Differentiated instruction
Timeline
Preschool Special Education Teacher
USD 428
08.2020 - Current
General Education Teacher
USD 403
08.2010 - 04.2020
Children's Case Manager
The Center for Counseling
06.2000 - 06.2007
Master of Arts - Learning And Instructional Design
Wichita State University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Special Education
Wichita State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Fort Hays State University