As a passionate educator with 15 years experience in education and five years working as a licensed teacher, I'm eager to return to the classroom!
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher (Fourth and Fifth Grade)
Kansas City Kansas Public School
Kansas City, KS
08.2017 - 02.2019
Worked as instructor and case manager for general education students with special needs who had IEP's and or BIP's.
Worked with students with specialized needs to meet IEP and BIP goals
Collaborated with conventional education instructors across multiple departments to optimize student learning.
Scheduled and hosted bi weekly team meetings, consisting of the Principal, general education teacher, psychologist, speech pathologist, social worker and parent/guardians, to review student progress and make IEP/BIP revisions
Assessed student data to determine what type of services student's would receive in what subject areas and whether in small groups or on an individual basis, and either in a specialized classroom or as support in the general classroom
Developed tailored instructional methods to support students with individual needs.
Established and communicated clear objectives for lessons, units and projects.
Transitioned students across grade levels through careful planning and preparation.
Developed IEP's in accordance with State and Federal laws in order to leverage developmental practices and educational theories with the goal of achieving educational objectives.
Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
Planned and executed specialized lesson plans for each individual student according to needs and school district protocols.
Established individual education programs and objectives, regularly assessing students' progress.
Elementary Teacher (Kindergarten and Second Grade)
Kansas City Missouri Public Schools
Kansas City, MO
10.2015 - 05.2017
Designed and delivered instruction based on Common Core standards, state and District guidelines
Consulted with administrators and fellow educators to discuss and meet the needs of individual students
Monitored and supported the social, behavioral and physical development of each student to further enhance success
Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians to help each student have a solid support network in and out of the classroom
Encouraged students to explore hands-on, creative, and play-based learning opportunities to expand their critical thinking skills
Organized class projects, team-based activities and field trips to immerse students in key concepts
Built a positive and encouraging classroom environment by modeling and the implementation of positive reinforcements
Elementary Teacher (First Grade)
Tulsa Public Schools
Tulsa, OK
08.2014 - 05.2015
As a first grade teacher I was responsible for teaching math, language arts, social studies, and art. I complied with Common Core standards and local education guidelines
Designed and delivered instruction based on Common Core standards, state and District guidelines
Consulted with administrators and fellow educators to discuss and meet the needs of individual students
Monitored and supported the social, behavioral and physical development of each student to further enhance success
Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians to help each student have a solid support network in and out of the classroom
Encouraged students to explore hands-on, creative, and play-based learning opportunities to expand their critical thinking skills
Organized class projects, team-based activities and field trips to immerse students in key concepts
Built a positive and encouraging classroom environment by modeling and the implementation of positive reinforcements
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Ottawa University
Overland Park, KS
05.2014
Master of Arts - Special Education: High Incidence
Emporia State University
Kansas City, KS
Skills
Lesson planning
Instruction
Data collection
Classroom management
Special Education (KS)
Licensed in Early Childhood and Elementary
Certification
Licensed Elementary Teacher - MO
Licensed Early Childhood Teacher- MO
Licensed Elementary Teacher- KS
Provisionally Licensed SPED teacher- KS
Timeline
Special Education Teacher (Fourth and Fifth Grade)
Kansas City Kansas Public School
08.2017 - 02.2019
Elementary Teacher (Kindergarten and Second Grade)
Kansas City Missouri Public Schools
10.2015 - 05.2017
Elementary Teacher (First Grade)
Tulsa Public Schools
08.2014 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Ottawa University
Master of Arts - Special Education: High Incidence
Emporia State University
Licensed Elementary Teacher - MO
Licensed Early Childhood Teacher- MO
Licensed Elementary Teacher- KS
Provisionally Licensed SPED teacher- KS
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