Kadene McDonnough
Fairfax,VA
Summary
Organizational teacher leader and trained educational administrator offering over fourteen years of experience as Special Education Teacher for elementary and secondary school leadership. Exercises honed competencies in implementation and execution of performance-enhancing educational programs that yields student growth. Outstanding skills in parent communication, stakeholders, conflict resolution and staff management. Known for consistently supporting faculty and staff as advocate leader.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
ESSER III Academic Lead and Special Education Teacher
Fairfax County Public Schools, Eagle View Elementary
08.2021 - Current
- Problem solve and create action plans using data or independent interpretation of guidelines to aide in interventions for K-6 Reading and Math
- Reading and writing reports to exchange information to staff and administrators
- Plan budget for instructional materials and human resources according to ESSER III budget
- Expanded cross-functional organizational capacity by collaborating across departments on priorities, functions and common goals.
Special Education Lead Teacher
Richmond Public Schools
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Demonstrated knowledge of the subject and presented logically structured lessons
- Utilized assessment results from psychological and academic reports.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Admin Aide and Special Education Teacher
Henrico County Public Schools
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Instructional Leadership
- Demonstrated a clear understanding of and a strong sensitivity to demographics and outcome data as reflected in the school profile
- LEA/Designee for IEP Meetings
- School Climate Professional Development
- Remains accessible to and for students
- Recognizes and commends students for positive behavior
- Communication and Community Relations
- Maintained high level of accessibility and visibility in all areas of the building
- Communicated willingness to serve as a classroom resource person
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
- Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
- Assisted with compliance efforts for fire and other safety regulations.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
Inclusion Teacher
Special, Chair and Self, District of Columbia Public Schools
08.2014 - 08.2017
- Provide for a full range of diverse learners by providing differentiated instruction through content, process and product to address each learner’s need
- Use developmentally appropriate practices for planning and implementing instruction according to IEP goals and objectives
Special Education Teacher
Saturday School Academy, Friendship Public Charter School
Washington, DC
08.2012 - 08.2014
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Compliance Coordinator Intern and Special Education Lead Teacher
Richmond Public Schools
09.2008 - 06.2012
- Attended compliance meetings with compliance coordinator
- Filed the appropriate paperwork needed for school/district compliance
Education
Doctor of Education - Leadership and Learning Specialization, Organizational Psychology
Aspen University
Master’s Degree - Administration and Educational Leadership
University of Phoenix
Master’s Degree - Cross, Special Education
Categorical K
Bachelor’s Degree - Psychology
University of Phoenix
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Virginia Commonwealth University
Skills
Student records management
Conflict resolution techniques
Lesson Planning
Classroom management
Disability assessment testing
Group and individual instruction
Differentiated instruction
Planning and Coordination
Data Entry
Dependable and Responsible
Strategic planning
Staff Management
Policies and procedures
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
ESSER III Academic Lead and Special Education Teacher
Fairfax County Public Schools, Eagle View Elementary
08.2021 - Current
Special Education Lead Teacher
Richmond Public Schools
08.2019 - 08.2021
Admin Aide and Special Education Teacher
Henrico County Public Schools
08.2017 - 08.2019
Inclusion Teacher
Special, Chair and Self, District of Columbia Public Schools
08.2014 - 08.2017
Special Education Teacher
Saturday School Academy, Friendship Public Charter School
08.2012 - 08.2014
Compliance Coordinator Intern and Special Education Lead Teacher
Richmond Public Schools
09.2008 - 06.2012
Doctor of Education - Leadership and Learning Specialization, Organizational Psychology
Aspen University
Master’s Degree - Administration and Educational Leadership
University of Phoenix
Master’s Degree - Cross, Special Education
Categorical K
Bachelor’s Degree - Psychology
University of Phoenix
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Virginia Commonwealth University