Kaitlynd Holmes
Akron,OH
Summary
Knowledgeable Intervention Specialist with thorough understanding of individualized education plans. Proven ability to develop and implement effective intervention strategies that support student growth and achievement. Demonstrated expertise in collaborating with educators and parents to create supportive learning environments and implement tailored interventions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Intervention Specialist
Strausser Elementary, Jackson Local School District
Massillon, OH
08.2022 - Current
- Implemented individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with educators to create inclusive classroom environments enhancing student engagement.
- Conducted assessments to identify learning challenges, informing targeted intervention strategies.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions based on data-driven analysis of outcomes.
- Advocated for resources and services to support students' academic and emotional well-being.
- Established partnerships with families to enhance communication and support student success initiatives.
- Built strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily activities.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development, enhancing academic growth for all participants.
- Provided ongoing assessment of student progress, adjusting interventions as needed to optimize results.
- Increased student engagement through the use of differentiated instruction tailored to individual learning needs.
- Empowered students by teaching self-advocacy skills and promoting independence within the classroom setting.
- Improved overall classroom performance by providing targeted support for struggling students in various subjects.
- Supported students with diverse needs, ensuring their academic progress aligned with IEP goals.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, interventions implemented, and modifications made to ensure compliance with regulations and best practices.
- Coordinated with other professionals such as speech therapists, occupational therapists, and school psychologists to address comprehensive student needs.
- Established trusting and friendly relationships with parents and colleagues.
- Assisted teachers in modifying lesson plans and adapting instructional materials to facilitate inclusive learning environments.
- Strengthened collaboration among general education teachers, special education staff, and related service providers through regular meetings and communication.
- Addressed behavioral issues through the implementation of positive behavior supports and interventions.
- Enhanced student outcomes by implementing evidence-based intervention strategies and techniques.
- Helped students build skills to navigate typical academic and social situations.
- Met with teachers to establish goals for students in intervention program.
- Completed observations of students in classroom and social situations.
- Improved behaviors through modeling, role-playing and other effective strategies.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
Building Substitute Teacher
Ellet High School; Akron Public Schools
Akron
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Interpreted and executed lesson plans left by teachers
- Facilitated student engagement to achieve academic objectives.
- Implemented strategies to regulate classroom behaviors, enhancing student engagement and focus.
- Modeled success
Long- Term Substitute: Intervention Specialist
Akron Public Schools
Akron
05.2021 - 06.2021
- Guided and supported students in achieving personal and academic growth through structured mentoring initiatives.
- Collaborated with students to identify and meet specific academic needs, ensuring effective educational support.
- Implemented individualized education plans to ensure students meet academic and IEP objectives.
- Conducted regular progress monitoring
Student Teaching- Intervention Specialist
Miller South School for the Visual & Performing Arts & NIHF STEM High School
Akron
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Virtual teaching & In-person teaching at both schools (grades 7th-12th)
- Assisted in managing classroom environments both online and offline. Supported students in navigating digital learning platforms. Facilitated communication between educators and learners to enhance engagement.
- Designed and executed engaging lesson plans across diverse subjects.
- Assisted in writing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Held IEP meetings with students, parents, teachers, and administration. Supported collaboration among educational stakeholders to enhance student outcomes.
- Co-teaching & collaboration with intervention specialist as well as regular education teachers
- Progress monitoring of student's work towards individual goals & tracking data for IEP’s
- Patience & dedication to student's involvement in class
Education
Special Education: Mild/ Moderate, K-12
The University of Akron
Akron, OH05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Middle Level Education: ELA & Social Studies
The University of Akron
Akron, OH05-2021
Skills
- Student engagement
- Relationship building
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Intervention planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Progress monitoring
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom management
- Time management
- Adaptability & flexibility
- Self-motivation
- Organization
- Technology Usage (Google platform)
Timeline
Intervention Specialist
Strausser Elementary, Jackson Local School District
08.2022 - Current
Building Substitute Teacher
Ellet High School; Akron Public Schools
08.2021 - 05.2022
Long- Term Substitute: Intervention Specialist
Akron Public Schools
05.2021 - 06.2021
Student Teaching- Intervention Specialist
Miller South School for the Visual & Performing Arts & NIHF STEM High School
01.2021 - 05.2021
Special Education: Mild/ Moderate, K-12
The University of Akron
Bachelor of Science - Middle Level Education: ELA & Social Studies
The University of Akron
ACHIEVEMENTS
Dean's List: Spring 2016, Spring & Fall 2017, Spring & Fall 2019; President's List: Spring & Fall 2020, Spring 2021