Daryl Kennedy
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Penn Hills School District
Pittsburgh, PA
08.1999 - Current
- Taught Algebra I, Algebra II and Geometry within co-taught setting in grades 9-12.
- Responsible for parental contact and required paperwork for 35+ special education students.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
Teacher, Extended School Year
Penn Hills School District
Pittsburgh, PA
06.1999 - 07.2014
Responsible for providing community-based and life skills training for special education students.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA05.1999
Skills
- Co-teaching Experience
- Small Group Instruction
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
- IEP development
- Student Records Management
- Motivating students
Computer Skills:
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
- Prosoft and Skyward
- Active Inspire Software and Mimio Studio
- Outlook
- Adobe Photoshop
Certification
Instructional Levels I & II
Mid-Level Mathematics 6-9
Special Education K-12
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Penn Hills School District
08.1999 - Current
Teacher, Extended School Year
Penn Hills School District
06.1999 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
California University of Pennsylvania