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Carmen Kast

Carmen Kast

Forest Lake,MN

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

2023
2023
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Teacher

South Education Center
Richfield, MN
08.2020 - 04.2022
  • Federal Setting 4 in EBD and Autism.
  • District 287.
  • Created positive learning environments that promoted social-emotional growth as well as academic achievement.
  • Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies in order to maximize student learning outcomes
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.

Lead Special Education Teacher

Bering Strait School District
St. Lawrence Island, Alaska
08.2019 - 06.2020
  • EBD, LD, Autism
  • Developed and implemented Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Provided support to teachers, staff and students in the implementation of IEPs.
  • Worked collaboratively with other educators, administrators, parents and community members to meet student's educational needs.
  • Monitored and evaluated student progress against IEP goals.
  • Conducted assessments to identify areas of need for students requiring special education services.
  • Maintained records of student attendance, academic performance, behavior, health and development.
  • Provided individual counseling and instruction to students with learning difficulties or disabilities.
  • Facilitated the coordination of resources for families of children with special needs.
  • Created positive learning environments that promoted social-emotional growth as well as academic achievement.
  • Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies in order to maximize student learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated with general education teachers on differentiated instruction strategies to meet the needs of all learners.
  • Organized field trips, guest speakers, and other activities designed to enhance classroom lessons and promote social skills development among students with disabilities.
  • Participated in professional development activities related to special education best practices.
  • Attended meetings with school personnel, outside agencies, parents and guardians regarding student progress or concerns.

High School Special Education Teacher

Twin Cities Academy
East St. Paul, MN
08.2016 - 06.2019
  • Specific Learning Disabilities
  • Taught art with special education for federal 3 students
  • Taught math 180
  • Taught Reading Recovery
  • Wrote IEP's for 15 students
  • Developed individualized instruction plans and curriculum modifications for students with special needs.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students in reading, writing, math and other subject areas.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to help promote critical thinking skills among students.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback on areas of improvement.
  • Created a positive learning environment by responding promptly to student questions and concerns.
  • Participated in IEP meetings with parents, administrators and counselors to discuss student goals and objectives.

Special Education Teacher

Oneida Nation School System
Oneida, WI
12.2007 - 06.2016
  • Learning Disabilities Position/Cross Categorical Inclusion, Resource Room, Math, Science, History, Global Issues, Language Arts, Journalism, pull out

  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
  • Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
  • Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
  • Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
  • Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
  • Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
  • Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
  • Utilized technology resources such as online programs and assistive devices.
  • Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
  • Organized field trips or community experiences to enhance learning opportunities for special education students.
  • Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.

Youth Counselor

St. Josephs Home for Children
Minneapolis, MN
07.2001 - 12.2006
  • Assisted with children on the Central In-take unit for Hennepin County, MPLS MN
  • Provided crisis intervention services in emergency situations.
  • Implemented behavior modification programs designed to reduce disruptive behaviors.
  • Assisted clients in developing coping strategies for managing stressors.
  • Helped clients develop social skills needed for successful interactions with peers.

Team Supervisor

Crestomathy
Eden Prairie, MN
01.2002 - 01.2006
  • Wrote quarterly and annual reports similar to IEP reporting
  • Developed and implemented policies to improve team performance.
  • Monitored team members' progress, provided feedback and guidance as needed.
  • Organized daily work schedules and delegated tasks to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Resolved conflicts between team members in a professional manner.
  • Evaluated individual team member's performance and provided constructive criticism when necessary.
  • Conducted weekly meetings to discuss progress on assigned tasks and identify areas for improvement.
  • Created reports detailing the progress of each project and shared them with upper management.
  • Provided training and support to new employees to ensure they understand their job responsibilities.
  • Maintained an organized filing system for all documents related to team activities.
  • Encouraged collaboration among team members by organizing group activities outside of work hours.
  • Communicated effectively with other departments to ensure that all projects are completed on time.

Program Trainer

Chrestomathy Center
Minneapolis, MN
01.2001 - 01.2002
  • Trained adults with Disabilities in a work program in the community and developed plans and tracked data
  • I was promoted to supervisor position at a new location

Teaching Instructor (TA)

University of Minnesota
01.1993 - 01.1996
  • Classes taught: Drawing, and Color Theory, Assistant to Art History with Joyce Lyons: worked with David Fineburg, and Clarence Morgan at University of Minnesota in visual arts.
  • Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and providing instructional materials.
  • Graded assignments, tests and papers according to teacher instructions.
  • Provided drawing instruction to students of all ages and abilities.
  • Developed lesson plans for individual classes, as well as multi-session courses.
  • Organized classrooms with supplies and equipment necessary for each class.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach art concepts such as perspective, color theory, drawing, painting and sculpting.
  • Demonstrated techniques in a variety of mediums including charcoal, pastels, acrylics, watercolors and oils.
  • Provided individual instruction and feedback on student's work.
  • Encouraged students to think critically about artwork and discuss its meaning or purpose.

Kimberly High School
Kimberly, WI
01.2007
  • Long term Autism position hire through WECAN site in 2007

Supervisor

Eden Prairie, MN
  • Chrestomathy II
  • Case Management of Adults with Developmental Disabilities: all levels of Autism
  • Created behavior plans with steps toward social skills to improve employability
  • Supervised five direct care staff
  • Facilitated employee evaluations
  • Developed transition plans
  • Provided artistic workshops to professionals regarding implementation of artistic therapeutic processes

Education

Master of Education

UW Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI
06-2013

Education of Individuals With Multiple Disabilities

University of Stevens Point
WI
01.2013

Master of Fine Arts -

University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
01.1997

B.S. - Art Education

University of WI Stout
Menomonie, WI
01.1991

Skills

  • College teaching skills, public and private teaching skills, diverse skill set, art, skill building, assisting St Norbert's mentoring program with improving student achievement after high school for minorities, scaffolding learning in all subjects, Star Math Assessments, Odyssey Credit Recovery Software, MAPS TESTING, Teaching Across disabilities, internal school collaboration and team building for student success, after school tutoring, Freshman Focus Team for incoming students to increase study skills, award winning teacher, taught in Federal 1-4 settings
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Organizational Skills
  • Training & Development
  • Computer Skills
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Good Telephone Etiquette
  • Master of Fine Arts certified

Certification

MFA

M ed

Visual Arts K-12

Spec Ed K-21

Awards

Chancellors Award for Academic Achievement, Lucy Rollins Painting Scholarship, Golden Apple Award- Freshmen Academy Team Leadership Award in Wisconsin

Accomplishments

  • Golden Apple Award for Team Teaching in WI
  • Lucy Rollins Painting Scholarship
  • Chancellors Award for Academic Achievement

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

South Education Center
08.2020 - 04.2022

Lead Special Education Teacher

Bering Strait School District
08.2019 - 06.2020

High School Special Education Teacher

Twin Cities Academy
08.2016 - 06.2019

Special Education Teacher

Oneida Nation School System
12.2007 - 06.2016

Kimberly High School
01.2007

Team Supervisor

Crestomathy
01.2002 - 01.2006

Youth Counselor

St. Josephs Home for Children
07.2001 - 12.2006

Program Trainer

Chrestomathy Center
01.2001 - 01.2002

Teaching Instructor (TA)

University of Minnesota
01.1993 - 01.1996

Supervisor

Master of Education

UW Stevens Point

Education of Individuals With Multiple Disabilities

University of Stevens Point

Master of Fine Arts -

University of Minnesota

B.S. - Art Education

University of WI Stout

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