Kate Gee
Urbandale,IA
Summary
Organized Early Childhood Special Education Teacher and General Education Teacher successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for special needs children required to flourish in academic setting. Certified and licensed in Iowa and recognized as highly qualified educator. Coordinates well with classroom teachers and associates with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Johnston Community School District
Johnston, Iowa
08.2010 - Current
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- 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.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Instructional Support (PBIS).
Swim Coach
Dowling Catholic Riptide
West Des Moines, Iowa
01.2007 - 02.2012
- Demonstrated all swimming strokes and observed athletes carefully to correct technique and form.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Implemented exercise programs and training strategies to bolster individual and team performance.
- Coordinated with parents, boosters and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
Early Childhood Teacher
Drake University Head Start
Des Moines, Iowa
08.2008 - 08.2010
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
Education
No Degree - Special Education
Morningside College
Sioux City, IAMaster of Science - Education
Drake University
Des Moines, IA05.2009
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA12.2005
Skills
- Instructional Techniques
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Admission, Review and Dismissal Process
- Motivating Students
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Positive Learning Environment
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Job Readiness Training
- Parent Communication
Timeline
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Johnston Community School District
08.2010 - Current
Early Childhood Teacher
Drake University Head Start
08.2008 - 08.2010
Swim Coach
Dowling Catholic Riptide
01.2007 - 02.2012
No Degree - Special Education
Morningside College
Master of Science - Education
Drake University
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Iowa
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