Kandace Ryan
McKinney,TX
Summary
Enthusiastic educator eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of lesson planning and implementation and training in special education. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the fields of education and community outreach.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resource Teacher
Allen Independent School District
Allen, TX
08.2021 - Current
- Case manage 35 students by ensuring all required accommodations and modifications are in place
- Develop lesson plans based on Individual Education Program to meet individual student needs
- Collect data on student progress and update progress reports quarterly
- Prepare for, attend and present at meetings involving student Annual, Review, and Dismissal data
- Maintain positive and collaborative relationships with students, colleagues, parents, and community
Resource Teacher and Team Lead
Spring Branch ISD
Houston, TX
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required
- Prepared lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles and needs
- Assisted in developing and writing students’ IEPs
- Helped students analyze and improve student methods and habits. Conduct ongoing assessment of student
achievement through formal and informal testing
Teacher
Autism Self, Contained
Houston, TX
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Planned a program that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students
- Created a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
- Prepared lessons that reflect accommodations for individual differences
- Encouraged students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
- Maintained open communication with parents
Resource and Inclusion Teacher
Aldine Independent School District
Houston, TX
08.2015 - 06.2018
- Collaborated with regular education teachers to plan and present lesson plans
- Provided students with accommodations and modifications based on Individualized Education Plan
- Communicated effectively with those involved in the education of special education students
- Regularly assessed students and determine if they are meeting academic goals
Match Support Specialist
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Houston, TX
03.2015 - 07.2015
- Maintained an assigned caseload of Community Based and School Based matches
- Contacted volunteers, parents and children according to agency standards based on length of match
- Conducted match evaluations/satisfaction surveys and annual outcome evaluations with parent, child and volunteer; input according to BBBSA and Case Management Manual
Intern
Bethesda Agency, Inc, Intramural Sports
Norman, OK
08.2014 - 12.2014
- As a life-time advocate for children dealing with the trauma of sexual abuse, designed and implemented intake services victims and their families
- Organized weekly staff meetings to assess—through empathetic dialogue, victims’ placement into programs
- Drafted assessments and referrals regarding clients’ life experiences and daily challenges
- Graduate Assistantship for
Grievance and Appeals Coordinator
ValueOptions Northstar
11.2011 - 07.2013
- Coordinated gathering information for appeals
- Maintained accurate and timely appeals database and produce monthly reports on a timely basis
- Produced accurate and timely documents consistent with customer and corporate requirements
Clinical Customer Service Representative
ValueOptions
Coppell, TX
01.2011 - 11.2011
- Collaborated with providers to determine appropriate levels of care using network facilities and providers
- Directed and provided recommendations for members to appropriate therapists, providers, Employee Assistance Programs representatives and/or affiliated services
Resident Advisor
The University of Oklahoma
06.2009 - 08.2010
- Fostered a cooperative educational community environment for 50 students, which contributed to the academic and personal growth and success of each resident
- Facilitated daily program activities including: recreational activities, study hall, and mediation
- Provided a crash course on what it means to be a successful student at the university, while assisting with move-in
- Leadership Involvement
Companion
Griffin Memorial Hospital
Norman, OK
08.2010 - 12.2010
- Served as a weekly companion to patients in a mental health hospital
- Typed and presented weekly progress notes for the clinical director of Griffin Memorial Hospital
- City Rescue
Education
Masters of Human Relations -
University of Oklahoma
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, African-American Studies
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK12.2010
Skills
- Case Management
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Relationship Building
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Behavioral Management Planning
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Behavioral Intervention
- Data Collection and Entry
- Youth Advocacy
- Educational Programs
Certification
- Licensed Teacher in Special Education K-12
- Licensed Teacher in Early Childhood-6th Grade, All Subjects
- Licensed Teacher in English as a Second Language
Timeline
Resource Teacher
Allen Independent School District
08.2021 - Current
Resource Teacher and Team Lead
Spring Branch ISD
08.2020 - 06.2021
Teacher
Autism Self, Contained
08.2018 - 06.2020
Resource and Inclusion Teacher
Aldine Independent School District
08.2015 - 06.2018
Match Support Specialist
Big Brothers Big Sisters
03.2015 - 07.2015
Intern
Bethesda Agency, Inc, Intramural Sports
08.2014 - 12.2014
Grievance and Appeals Coordinator
ValueOptions Northstar
11.2011 - 07.2013
Clinical Customer Service Representative
ValueOptions
01.2011 - 11.2011
Companion
Griffin Memorial Hospital
08.2010 - 12.2010
Resident Advisor
The University of Oklahoma
06.2009 - 08.2010
Masters of Human Relations -
University of Oklahoma
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, African-American Studies
University of Oklahoma
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