Kaitlin Melton
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at North Thurston School District, skilled in lesson planning and behavior modification. Successfully developed tailored IEPs and fostered strong parent communication, enhancing student engagement and progress. Adept at implementing effective instructional strategies to support diverse learning needs. Also equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher- EBD
North Thurston School District
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Created and developed Behavior Intervention Plans for student's behavior needs.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
In-Home Behavior Technician
Red House Behavior Resources
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Assessed client progress regularly, adjusting intervention strategies as needed to ensure continued growth and development.
- Trained clients to apply appropriate social skills and behavior modification techniques.
- Documented interventions, assessments and progress reports on database to enable tracking history and maintain consistent records.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
Certified Behavior Technician
Maxim Healthcare
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Monitored client progress to provide continued guidance and consistent feedback to families.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Provided direct support during community outings, facilitating appropriate social interactions among peers while practicing newly acquired skills within real-world contexts.
- Improved client communication skills through the use of evidence-based practices and techniques.
Special Education Teacher- K-1 Autism
Durham Public School District
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Education
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Ball State University
Muncie, IN01-2025
Bachelor of Science - Special Education- Adaptive Curriculum
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05-2020
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Data management
- Data collection
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Parent communication
- Instructional strategies
- Behavior modification
- De-escalation techniques
Timeline
Special Education Teacher- EBD
North Thurston School District
08.2023 - 06.2025
In-Home Behavior Technician
Red House Behavior Resources
04.2023 - 09.2023
Certified Behavior Technician
Maxim Healthcare
08.2022 - 06.2023
Special Education Teacher- K-1 Autism
Durham Public School District
08.2020 - 06.2022
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Ball State University
Bachelor of Science - Special Education- Adaptive Curriculum
East Carolina University
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