Chas Kinney
Fennimore,WI
Summary
Dedicated Cross-Categorical Special Education Teacher with expertise in developing Individualized Education Plans and fostering inclusive classrooms. Proficient in behavior modification techniques and relationship building to enhance student engagement and academic performance. Committed to empowering diverse learners through tailored instructional strategies and collaborative teamwork.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Cross Categorical Special Education Teacher
Riverdale School District
08.2019 - Current
- Enhanced student learning through tailored individualized education plans.
- Boosted classroom engagement with effective management strategies and techniques.
- Collaborated with teams to facilitate comprehensive student support and development.
- Created adaptive instructional materials for diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Monitored performance data to refine teaching methods and improve student outcomes.
- Mentored new staff, providing guidance on special education best practices.
Cross Categorical Special Education Teacher
Lancaster Community Schools
08.2013 - 05.2019
- Enhanced student education through collaborative cross-curricular program development.
- Increased student engagement by creating interactive and innovative lesson plans.
- Mentored new special education teachers, sharing effective instructional strategies and resources.
- Tailored diverse teaching strategies to improve student comprehension across varying learning styles.
- Conducted ongoing assessments, adjusting instructional methods for optimal student outcomes.
- Developed and managed IEPs to define objectives and support educational goals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Cross Categorical Special Education
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Platteville, WIBachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Winona State University
Winona, MNMaster of Arts - Education
St. Mary's University
Winona, MN05-2010
Skills
- Social skills training
- Sensory integration strategies
- Emotional disturbance
- De-escalation techniques
- Crisis prevention and intervention
- Behavior modification
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Student counseling
- Behavior intervention plans
Timeline
Cross Categorical Special Education Teacher
Riverdale School District
08.2019 - Current
Cross Categorical Special Education Teacher
Lancaster Community Schools
08.2013 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Cross Categorical Special Education
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Winona State University
Master of Arts - Education
St. Mary's University