Kayla Retallick
Stoughton,WI
Summary
Enthusiastic special education teacher with a focus on individual student needs across academic 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 and fostering academic achievement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Evansville Community School District
Evansville, WI
01.2022 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Paraprofessional
Evansville Community School District
Evansville, WI
09.2018 - 01.2022
- Established safe learning environments for students to enable them to meet or surpass their individualized capabilities.
- Carry out all Individualized Education Program plans as directed by teachers, therapists and consultants.
- Conduct small group instruction under the direction of teachers in all curricular areas as assigned.
- Assist students with 1:1 educational, personal care, health, social, and behavioral needs.
Basketball Coach
Evansville Community School District
Evansville, WI
06.2019 - 12.2021
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
- Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
- Coordinated with parents, boosters and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
- Developed off-season training programs such as week-long camps to maintain player proficiency and introduce new teammates.
- Held special events to promote camaraderie among teammates, families and community members.
Assistant Director
Boys And Girls Club Of Portage Co.
Stevens Point, WI
04.2017 - 01.2018
- Lead and manage Club site with the support from the Center of Operations.
- Supervision of program staff, program development and oversight, facility management and budgeting, partnership- building, and providing Club member/parent relationship.
Education
Master of Science - Education
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI05.2018
High School Diploma -
Stoughton High School
Stoughton, WI06.2013
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Dependable
- Adaptable
- Ability to work under pressure
- Self-motivated
- Flexible
- Organized
Accomplishments
- National Honor Society of Leadership and Success, 2015-2018
- Internship: Auburndale Junior/Senior High, 2018
- Study Abroad in Europe, 2018
References
Tiffani Pierce, Special Education Teacher, piercet@evansville.k12.wi.us
Nicole Naatz, 3rd Grade Teacher, 608-344-1388
Carol Zee, 608-751-6869
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Evansville Community School District
01.2022 - Current
Basketball Coach
Evansville Community School District
06.2019 - 12.2021
Paraprofessional
Evansville Community School District
09.2018 - 01.2022
Assistant Director
Boys And Girls Club Of Portage Co.
04.2017 - 01.2018
Master of Science - Education
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point
High School Diploma -
Stoughton High School