Kaitlyn Sallee
Rushville,IN
Summary
Compassionate professional with a strong background in special education. Expertise in creating inclusive educational experiences and advocating for students' rights, ensuring access to essential resources and support for diverse learners. Educator who is willing to collaborate with team members in order to ensure students are successful.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Arlington Elementary School
2024.08 - Current
- Managed a caseload with at most 25 students ranging in levels of disabilities
- Developed individualized education plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Implemented behavioral intervention strategies to support student learning and engagement.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Collaborated with families to provide resources and support for student success at home.
- Assisted in training new staff on classroom management techniques and special education policies.
- Utilized assistive technology tools to enhance learning experiences for students with disabilities.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with best practices in special education.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Organized field trips and community-based experiences that enriched students'' understanding of real-world applications for their skills.
- Advocated for rights and needs of students with special education requirements, ensuring access to appropriate resources and accommodations.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Lakeview Christian School
2023.08 - 2023.12
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and foster a positive classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects that integrated core subjects effectively.
- Utilized various educational technologies to support interactive learning experiences in the classroom.
- Monitored and assessed student progress, providing timely feedback to promote academic growth.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences to discuss student performance and foster strong home-school connections.
- Facilitated small group activities to encourage teamwork and improve social skills among students.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to differentiate lessons according to individual student needs, ensuring academic growth for all learners.
Life Skills Coach/Recovery Coach
Aspire Indiana
2022.08 - 2023.08
- Maintained a caseload of 30-40 clients
- Developed personalized life skills plans tailored to individual client needs.
- Facilitated group workshops to enhance communication and problem-solving skills.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic client support strategies.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted interventions based on feedback and outcomes.
- Provided ongoing mentorship and guidance to clients in achieving personal goals.
- Implemented evidence-based techniques to promote emotional well-being and resilience.
- Established strong rapport with clients, creating an open and trusting environment for honest communication.
- Facilitated the development of healthy coping mechanisms through mindfulness exercises and guided reflection activities.
- Implemented creative problem-solving techniques, assisting clients in overcoming challenges and achieving success.
- Empowered clients to take responsibility for their actions, leading to increased accountability and self-reliance.
Education
Transition To Teach - Mild Intervention K-12
Taylor University
Taylor,IN2027-01
Bachelor of Science - Counseling
Grace College And Theological Seminary
Winona Lake, IN2021-05
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Social skills training
- Individual education plans IEPs
- Small group instruction
- Relationship building
- Co-teaching experience
- Lesson planning
- Data management
- Inclusion strategies
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- De-escalation techniques
- Social skills development
- Trained in CPI
Certification
- Trust Based Relational Intervention, Hope Alight - continuous training since 2025
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Arlington Elementary School
2024.08 - Current
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Lakeview Christian School
2023.08 - 2023.12
Life Skills Coach/Recovery Coach
Aspire Indiana
2022.08 - 2023.08
Transition To Teach - Mild Intervention K-12
Taylor University
Bachelor of Science - Counseling
Grace College And Theological Seminary