Kami Olsson
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement. Certified and licensed in Ohio and Arizona and recognized as a highly qualified educator.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
K-5 Special Education Teacher (Long-Term Sub)
Kyrene School District
Phoenix, AZ
10.2022 - Current
- October through end of December long-term substitute in 4th grade general education classroom which included students with special needs.
- After January 1st, took long-term substitute teaching position 1/2 time at Lomas Elementary and 1/2 time at Milenio where I diligently work with approximately 40 students grades K-5 in small group settings tracking, monitoring and evaluating student performance to tailor lesson plans to individual strengths and weaknesses to improve academic performance and to master goals that have been set in each of their IEP's
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform General and Special Education teachers and administration for upcoming IEP meetings.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Created learning and content strategies to meet needs of students with intellectual and cognitive disabilities.
Special Education Teacher/Intervention Specialist
Washington Courthouse City Schools
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Created and managed IEPs grades 2nd, 3rd and 5th to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students
Special Education Teacher/Intervention Specialist
Hillsboro School District
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Created and managed 7th grade student IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- By end of school year, 10 out of 14 students made substantial reading growth.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Substitute Teacher-Substitute Educational Aid
Washington Courthouse And Miami Trace Schools
01.2008 - 05.2018
- Maintained smooth classroom operations by assisting teachers with any administrative, instructional or student support need.
- Promoted student progress by assisting with assignments and special projects.
- Enforced school rules, dress code and behavior to offer positive, learning-oriented environment to students.
- Followed up on student absences to document reasons and complete paperwork for excused and unexcused days.
- Adapted curricula and lesson plans to specific abilities and interests of each child through personalized attention and small group instruction.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Community Intensive Treatment Coordinator
Scioto Paint Valley Mental Health Center
11.2006 - 05.2007
- Researched and developed activities to promote parent and children's physical, emotional and social growth.
- Performed in team leader capacity and organized treatment and placement activities.
- Established rapport and relationships with patients and families as well as external partners to cross-train our in-house and external staff.
- Tailored life lessons and adaptability plans for our team to deliver to families with children or adults with emotional, cognitive and physical disabilities.
- Assisted in preparing reports and paperwork based on developments and progress with each family.
- Identified warning signs of emotional or developmental disabilities and reported to our qualified therapists.
- Explained treatment choices to families and helped determine best options.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion
Education
Alternative Resident Educator License - Resident Educator Summative Assessment
Ohio Department of Education
Columbus, Ohio05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Science/Psychology Concentration
NYIT
New York, NY05.2007
Skills
- Social and Academic Development
- SEL Support
- Complex Problem Solving
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Special Education
- Child Development
- Educational Strategies
- Evidence-Based Assessment
- Behavior Intervention Plans
Timeline
K-5 Special Education Teacher (Long-Term Sub)
Kyrene School District
10.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher/Intervention Specialist
Washington Courthouse City Schools
08.2019 - 05.2022
Special Education Teacher/Intervention Specialist
Hillsboro School District
08.2018 - 05.2019
Substitute Teacher-Substitute Educational Aid
Washington Courthouse And Miami Trace Schools
01.2008 - 05.2018
Community Intensive Treatment Coordinator
Scioto Paint Valley Mental Health Center
11.2006 - 05.2007
Alternative Resident Educator License - Resident Educator Summative Assessment
Ohio Department of Education
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Science/Psychology Concentration
NYIT
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