KAMBRIA JOHNSON
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Accomplished Special Education District Mentor with a proven track record at Bloomington Public Schools, specializing in professional development facilitation and cognitive coaching. Excelled in mentoring, leading seminars, and enhancing staff skills in conflict resolution and special education due process. Passionate about fostering continuous learning and development, significantly impacting new educator readiness and success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education District Mentor
Bloomington Public Schools
Bloomington, MN
06.2023 - Current
- Collaboratively design and facilitate a comprehensive induction week for all new educators and staff, fostering a welcoming and supportive onboarding experience.
- Lead professional development seminars for new staff, providing guidance and resources on key topics such as teacher observations and evaluations, professional relations, mental health and work-life balance, and career planning.
- Provide individualized coaching and support to new staff through practice observations, fostering reflective practice and preparing them for successful formal evaluations.
- Serve as a district representative and mentor, guiding new staff in navigating due process procedures to ensure adherence to legal requirements and district policies.
- Provide comprehensive mentorship to new staff, offering guidance and support in in key areas of professional practice, including classroom management strategies, intervention implementation, data collection and analysis, curriculum development, effective instructional practices, and professional responsibilities.
- Proactively identify and promote professional growth opportunities for new staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
Special Education Teacher
John F. Kennedy High School
Bloomington, Minnesota
01.2019 - 05.2023
- Provided comprehensive case management and educational services to students in grades 9-12 with disabilities, adhering to Minnesota Department of Education guidelines and Bloomington Public Schools due process procedures.
- Developed and implemented evidence-based instruction and curriculum, including algebra-ready materials using Curriculum Associates iReady, across special education and inclusive general education settings, including co-teaching Algebra 2.
- Led IEP meetings, ensuring family engagement and understanding of student progress, rights, and transition planning, collaborating with relevant teams (Work Experience, Transition Center) for post-secondary support.
- Served as PLC Facilitator focused on student progress in math, and mentored new special education staff on classroom management, instruction, due process, case management, curriculum, and school procedures.
- Mentored new teachers on critical aspects of their role, including classroom management, instruction and curriculum, due process, case management, and school procedures.
Special Education Teacher
South View Middle School
Edina, Minnesota
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Developed and led district-wide professional development on accommodations and modifications, providing individual coaching and consultation to teachers on creating accessible assessments and modified materials.
- Collaborated with the PLC team to establish goals for staff and student development aligned with building principles, and managed a team of paraprofessionals.
- Guided student and family transitions, developing IEP goals based on transition data and collaborating with the high school team for seamless transitions.
- Coordinated with the School Psychologist on initial and re-evaluations, including developing evaluation plans, administering and interpreting assessments, analyzing results, writing reports, and scheduling family meetings.
- Delivered mathematics instruction using Voyager Sopris curriculum, and developed targeted intervention lesson plans aligned with IEP goals in reading, writing, math, organization, self-advocacy, and self-regulation.
Substitute Paraprofessional
Teachers On Call
Hopkins, Minnesota
09.2014 - 12.2014
- Provided comprehensive support to special education students in small groups, one-on-one, and during non-instructional times (lunch, recess, bus).
- Assisted classroom teachers with instructional and classroom management tasks to support student learning and inclusion.
Securities Operations Specialist
Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC
Minneapolis, Minnesota
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Reconciled complex situations, coordinated with multiple external sources and departments, and communicated with the sales field.
- Developed conversion guides, trained and mentored new personnel, and communicated new procedure protocols with team members.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Minnesota State University
Mankato, MinnesotaBachelor of Arts Degree - Political Science
Saint Olaf College
Northfield, MinnesotaSkills
- Professional Development and Training
- Special Education Law and Compliance
- Assessment and Data-Driven Instruction
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Problem Solving and Strategic Planning
Timeline
Special Education District Mentor
Bloomington Public Schools
06.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
John F. Kennedy High School
01.2019 - 05.2023
Special Education Teacher
South View Middle School
01.2015 - 01.2019
Substitute Paraprofessional
Teachers On Call
09.2014 - 12.2014
Securities Operations Specialist
Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC
01.2008 - 01.2012
Master of Science - Special Education
Minnesota State University
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Political Science
Saint Olaf College
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