Heidi S. Kennedy

• Resource Teacher K-5- ELA, Reading, Math, Social Studies and Science
• Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
• Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
• Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
• Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
• Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
• Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
• Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
• Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
• Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
• Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
• Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
• Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
• Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.

Co-Teaching 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th grade.

• Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
• Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
• Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
• Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
• Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.

• Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
• Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
• Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
• Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
• Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
• Monitored student achievement in line with teacher performance.