Katherine Porter
Naperville,IL
Summary
Experienced special education teacher skilled in addressing diverse students' unique needs and implementing effective learning strategies. Adept at designing and implementing targeted interventions to improve academic performance and create inclusive education environments. Demonstrated proficiency in curriculum development and collaborating with fellow educators to maximize student outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Learning Resource Teacher
Addison School District 4
08.2024 - Current
- Instruct elementary school lessons with a focus on differentiating curriculum, utilizing resources such as iReady Math, Envision Math, Connecting Math Concepts, PALS, HMH, and ReadWorks
- Write and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) using the Embrace Platform
- Facilitate IEP meetings and foster clear communication with parents
- Assess students utilizing the FastBridge and ESGi Platforms and prepare progress reports in both Spanish and English
- Collaborate with both the resource team members and general education teachers to provide the most effective support for students
- Utilize all relevant documents to assist in creating and executing effective Behavior Intervention Plans
Substitute teacher/Paraprofessional
Lisle Community Unit School District 202
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Flexible substitute for pre-K through 5th grade and adapted to frequent changes in scheduling
- Collaborated with certified personnel in reviewing, implementing, and monitoring progress on student IEP goals
- Adapted curriculum and tests under the supervision of a certified classroom teacher or inclusion facilitator
- Worked with related service personnel to implement student interventions or therapies in the classroom setting
- Assumed other responsibilities within the scope of the job or any duties assigned in extraordinary situations as determined by the building administrator
Clinical Placement-Full semester (16 weeks)
District 365U
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Taught all subjects in a cross-category classroom
- Modified lesson plans with adaptations according to student's IEPs
- Used technology-based tools for learning and assessments
- Applied behavior modification techniques when necessary
- Attended IEP meetings, student conferences, and curriculum
- Managed any additional duties outside of the classroom, such as bus duty, hall duty, lunch duty, and recess duty
Paraprofessional
Naperville Community Unit School District 203
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Adapted classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher to support and reinforce classroom objectives
- Communicated with supervising instructional staff and/or professional support personnel for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives
- Implemented behavioral plans for students under the supervision of administrative staff or assigned certificated staff for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing documented objectives
- Monitored students during assigned periods within various school environments (e.g., restrooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, cafeteria, parking lots, etc.) to maintain a safe and positive learning environment
Security Officer
University of Wisconsin Madison Police Department
07.2020 - 10.2021
- Provided security services for over three hundred buildings on campus
- Assisted with building access and handled proper keys to lock buildings
- Accessed alarms and electronically controlled cards and doors
- Aided the University of Wisconsin-Madison Police and Fire Department with emergency duties
- Patrolled the entire campus along with having a 24/7 presence at the Health Sciences Complex
Project Success Desk Worker
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Utilized printers/scanners to obtain correct documents to be filed
- Communicated with faculty/students and directed questions to staff
- Developed room organization to set up testing rooms for students
- Conducted communication between faculty and university professors delivering completed tests and messages
Intern
Winnebago County Sheriff's Office
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Observed all operations of Corrections/Jail including booking inmates, taking fingerprints, conducting rounds, and managing pods
- Conducted and helped with traffic control, writing traffic violations, and assisted with calls regarding complaints or disturbances
- Aided detectives in responsibilities including taking crime scene photographs, shoe casts, and collecting evidence
Community Service Officer
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Managed security stations and checked students into residence halls
- Collaborated with colleagues to patrol campus, responded to calls, and rendered safe walks for students
- Completed DAAT training
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Lewis University
Romeoville, IL12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Human Services Leadership, Criminal Justice
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI05.2020
Skills
- Proficient in Fastbridge and ESGi assessment tools to analyze growth of special education students
- Experienced in language and writing of IEPs with the Embrace platform
- Knowledge of PALS, HMH, and Pride Reading Curriculum as well as Connecting Math Concepts, iReady, and Envision Math Curriculums
- Assist in coordinating paraprofessional schedules
- Certified in Crisis Prevention Intervention
- Employment as a paraprofessional in special education
- Awareness and appreciation for social and cultural diversity as well as learning differences
- Collaborative Teaching
Accomplishments
- College of Education and Human Services Honors List, Spring 2018
- College of Education and Human Services Deans List, Fall 2018, Spring 2019, Fall 2019
- Graduated Cum Laude, Spring 2020
Activities
- Council for Exceptional Children- Illinois Division, 2022-present
- Lewis University Peer Buddies, 2022-2023
- Tau Upsilon Alpha: Human Service Leadership Honor Society, 2019-2020
- Order of Omega Greek Honor Society, Oshkosh, WI, 2019-2020
- Tri-Sigma Sorority, Epsilon Kappa chapter, Oshkosh, WI, 2016-2020
- Tri-Sigma: Honor Council Goals Coordinator, Oshkosh, WI, 01/18-12/19
- Volunteer: Samaritans Purse/Hurricane Relief, Panama City, FL, 03/19
- Volunteer: HIS HOUSE Christian Fellowship/Hurricane Relief, Houston, TX, 03/18
- Volunteer: Oshkosh Area Humane Society, Oshkosh, WI, 09/18
Timeline
Learning Resource Teacher
Addison School District 4
08.2024 - Current
Substitute teacher/Paraprofessional
Lisle Community Unit School District 202
03.2024 - 05.2024
Clinical Placement-Full semester (16 weeks)
District 365U
09.2023 - 12.2023
Paraprofessional
Naperville Community Unit School District 203
08.2022 - 05.2023
Security Officer
University of Wisconsin Madison Police Department
07.2020 - 10.2021
Project Success Desk Worker
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
02.2019 - 03.2020
Intern
Winnebago County Sheriff's Office
02.2019 - 05.2019
Community Service Officer
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
01.2017 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Human Services Leadership, Criminal Justice
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Master of Arts - Special Education
Lewis University
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