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Katherine Orrell

Oneonta,NY

Summary

Dedicated preschool special education teacher with expertise in emotional regulation support, classroom organization, and creative arts integration. Committed to fostering nurturing learning environments that are neurodiversity affirming and developing individualized education plans.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Preschool Special Education Teacher

Springbrook Kids Unlimited Preschool
Oneonta, NY
04.2021 - Current
  • Developed individualized education plans tailored to diverse learning needs.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance student support services.
  • Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies to promote student engagement.
  • Monitored progress and adjusted teaching methods based on assessment data.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.

Early Childhood Teacher

Springbrook Kids Unlimited Preschool
Oneonta, NY
02.2019 - 04.2021
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with developmental milestones.
  • Fostered a nurturing environment that promoted social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
  • Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and enhance learning experiences.

Preschool Teacher's Assistant

Springbrook Kids Unlimited Preschool
Oneonta, NY
09.2018 - 01.2019
  • Supported lead teachers in curriculum implementation and classroom management.
  • Facilitated engaging learning activities to enhance cognitive and social skills.
  • Assisted in monitoring children's progress and developmental milestones.

Preschool Classroom Aide

Springbrook Kids Unlimited Preschool
Oneonta, NY
11.2016 - 08.2018
  • Assisted lead teacher in daily classroom activities and lesson implementation.
  • Supported children's emotional and social development through engaging play and structured activities.
  • Maintained cleanliness of the classroom space by regularly sanitizing toys, organizing supplies, and tidying up after activities were completed.

Education

Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education

State University of New York At Oneonta
Oneonta
12.2020

Bachelor of Science - Music Education

Hartwick College
Oneonta
05.2016

Skills

  • Emotional regulation support
  • Classroom organization
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Relationship building
  • Creative arts integration

Certification

  • Professional Educator License (PEL), State of New York, Students with Disabilities (Birth - Grade 2)

Timeline

Preschool Special Education Teacher

Springbrook Kids Unlimited Preschool
04.2021 - Current

Early Childhood Teacher

Springbrook Kids Unlimited Preschool
02.2019 - 04.2021

Preschool Teacher's Assistant

Springbrook Kids Unlimited Preschool
09.2018 - 01.2019

Preschool Classroom Aide

Springbrook Kids Unlimited Preschool
11.2016 - 08.2018

Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education

State University of New York At Oneonta

Bachelor of Science - Music Education

Hartwick College