Katelyn Brendle
Johnstown,PA
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.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Pressley Ridge
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
After School- Home Bound Tutor
Blacklick Valley School District
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Collaborated with students to complete homework/classwork assignments
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
Special Education Teacher
Ligonier Valley School District
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Special Education Teacher
Pressley Ridge
08.2021 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Education
Master of Science - Education-Special Education-ABA
Pennsylvania Western University
250 University Ave, California, PA 1541905.2023
Bachelor of Science - Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
1011 South Drive, Indiana, PA 1570505.2019
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- In-Depth Knowledge of Autism
- IEP Development
- Cognitive Disabilities Knowledge
- Post-Secondary Education
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Autism and Spectrum Disorders
Certification
Special Education Certification-PA (May 2019) Grades Prek-12
Early Childhood Certification-PA (May 2019) Grades Prek-4
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Pressley Ridge
08.2021 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Ligonier Valley School District
08.2020 - 08.2021
After School- Home Bound Tutor
Blacklick Valley School District
01.2020 - 06.2020
Special Education Teacher
Pressley Ridge
08.2019 - 08.2020
Master of Science - Education-Special Education-ABA
Pennsylvania Western University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
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