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Karrie Bohan

Grand Forks

Summary

Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and social emotional development. Relevant 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.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Grand Forks Public Schools
08.2004 - Current
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • 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.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Co-planned and co-taught with general education teachers in a classroom with both special education students and same-aged peers.

Special Education Teacher

Larimore Public Schools
08.2003 - 05.2004
  • Monitored student progress closely, intervening proactively when necessary to ensure steady growth and achievement of learning goals.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.

Elementary Special Education Teacher

Twin Falls School District
08.1994 - 06.2003
  • Created and managed IEPs 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.

Education

Master of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education

University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND

Master of Science - Special Education

University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND
05.2007

Skills

  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Classroom Management
  • Individual Education Plans IEPs
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Co-teaching Experience
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Inclusion Strategies
  • Mentor new teachers or Resident Teachers

Accomplishments


  • National Board Certified Teacher from 2000-2020
  • Special Education Department chairperson for 4 years.
  • Supervises team of 2-3 paraprofessionals annually.
  • Collaborated with co-math teaching partner to create a data collection system
  • Used Google Suite to develop data monitoring tools, lesson plans, and innovative projects.

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Quality educators not only are talented when working with students, they also continue to learn and get involved in the community that they serve.  

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Grand Forks Public Schools
08.2004 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Larimore Public Schools
08.2003 - 05.2004

Elementary Special Education Teacher

Twin Falls School District
08.1994 - 06.2003

Master of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education

University of North Dakota

Master of Science - Special Education

University of North Dakota
Karrie Bohan