Katherine Ford
Nashville,TN
Summary
Dedicated candidate with a passion for education. Offers strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to student success. Experienced in creating and implementing lesson plans, providing students with guidance and support, and managing classroom dynamics. Committed to providing students with a nurturing and stimulating learning environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Self-Contained Special Education Teacher
McIntosh Middle School
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Utilized various teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students had equal opportunities to succeed.
- Implemented evidence-based behavioral intervention strategies, promoting a positive learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student performance data to identify areas of improvement and adjust instruction accordingly, enhancing overall learning outcomes.
Undergraduate Student Intern
Brookwood High School
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Provided one-on-one and small group instruction to students with IEPs to reinforce academic concepts and address specific learning needs
- Collaborated with the general education teachers to develop and implement strategies to support students with disabilities in the general education setting
- Communicated effectively with students, parents, and other school professionals to ensure consistent support for students' academic and social-emotional needs
Undergraduate Student Intern
Northport Elementary School
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Provided direct instruction in academic subjects such as reading, writing, math, and social-emotional learning
- Developed and implemented specialized instructional plans to meet the individual needs of students with disabilities
- Implemented behavior intervention strategies designed to increase appropriate behaviors while decreasing inappropriate behaviors
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University of Alabama
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted in the implementation of research protocols for a Spencer Foundation-funded research grant, providing reading comprehension intervention to groups of fifth-grade struggling readers, ensuring accurate and consistent data collection
- Communicated regularly with faculty supervisors regarding project progress, timelines and deliverables
- Adhered to and followed quality standards to preserve integrity of data and findings
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Collaborative Special Education Grades K-12
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05.2024
Skills
- Individualized Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Behavior Management
- Positive Reinforcement
- Parent-Teacher Communication
References
- McHenry Lerebours, School Principal, McIntosh Middle School, mchenry.lerebours@sarasotacountyschools.net
- Kim Milligan, Special Education Teacher, Northport Elementary School, kmilligan@tcss.net
- Kim Stamps, Special Education Teacher, Brookwood High School, kstamps@tcss.net
Certification
- Certified Collaborative Special Education Teacher Grades K-12, Alabama State Department of Education - 5/28/2024 - 6/30/2029
- Certified Exceptional Student Education Teacher Grades K-12, Florida Department of Education - 07/01/2024 - 06/30/2029
- Certified General Science Teacher Grades 5-9, Florida Department of Education - 07/24/2024 - 06/30/2029
- Certified Elementary Education Teacher Grades K-6, Florida Department of Education - 07/24/2024 - 06/30/2029
Timeline
Self-Contained Special Education Teacher
McIntosh Middle School
08.2024 - 09.2024
Undergraduate Student Intern
Brookwood High School
03.2024 - 05.2024
Undergraduate Student Intern
Northport Elementary School
01.2024 - 03.2024
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University of Alabama
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Certified Collaborative Special Education Teacher Grades K-12, Alabama State Department of Education - 5/28/2024 - 6/30/2029
- Certified Exceptional Student Education Teacher Grades K-12, Florida Department of Education - 07/01/2024 - 06/30/2029
- Certified General Science Teacher Grades 5-9, Florida Department of Education - 07/24/2024 - 06/30/2029
- Certified Elementary Education Teacher Grades K-6, Florida Department of Education - 07/24/2024 - 06/30/2029
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Collaborative Special Education Grades K-12
University of Alabama
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