Kaili Olson
Richland,WA
Summary
Accomplished Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Richland School District, adept in differentiated instruction and inclusionary practices. Excelled in fostering student engagement and growth, evidenced by surpassing IEP goals. Skilled in collaboration and demonstrating empathy, significantly enhancing classroom dynamics and student integration.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Richland School District
2015.08 - Current
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to a range of neurodiverse students.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies and apply instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement and record student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Partnered with general education teachers from across grade levels, 2nd-5th.
- Modified general education curriculum for students with disabilities using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially acceptable options.
- Helped neurodiverse students integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
Special Education Teacher
Kennewick School District
2014.08 - 2015.08
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to a range of neurodiverse students.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies and apply instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Washington State University
Pullman, WA12.2013
Skills
- Work collaboratively with general education and special education teams to analyze data and develop instruction that will ensure the individual needs of each learner are met.
- Implement De-Escalation Techniques
- Use verbal and nonverbal communication
- Teach and utilize conflict resolution techniques
- Collect data to develop, implement, and monitor IEP progress
- Demonstrated the ability to work cooperatively and flexibly with others
Certification
- National Boards Certified Teacher, December 2023
- LETRS Certification, September 2023-Present
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training, August 2023
- GLAD Certification, June 2018
Additional Information
- Building Team Leader, Special Education Rep, August 2021-Present
- Special Education Professional Development Presenter for Richland School District, August 2022-June 2023
- Student Teacher Mentor, January 2021-June 2022
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Richland School District
2015.08 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Kennewick School District
2014.08 - 2015.08
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Washington State University
- National Boards Certified Teacher, December 2023
- LETRS Certification, September 2023-Present
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training, August 2023
- GLAD Certification, June 2018
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