Kathleen Eide
Lynnwood,WA
Summary
- Accomplished Special Education Teacher and Assistant Librarian at Issaquah School District, adept in motivating students and mastering classroom management. Excelled in IEP implementation and fostering cognitive development, significantly enhancing student learning outcomes. Proven track record in utilizing assessment strategies and technology to meet diverse needs, demonstrating exceptional student support and engagement.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Issaquah School District
Issaquah, WA
09.2009 - Current
- Offered counseling to students and parents to increase personal growth, self-understanding and behavioral management.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
- Utilized technology resources such as online programs and assistive devices.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
Assistant Librarian
Issaquah School District
Issaquah, WA
09.2008 - 06.2018
- Prepared and maintained displays and displayed cases.
- Conducted research projects using both traditional and digital sources.
- Ordered and processed various library materials and media.
- Restocked returned items to correct shelf or storage locations.
- Returned books to circulation by placing on proper shelves.
- Oversaw the organization and shelving of library materials to ensure ease of access.
- Answered patrons' questions and assisted in finding materials requested.
- Assisted patrons with locating and borrowing library materials.
- Developed strong understanding of cataloging books and other materials through various methods.
- Provided support to librarians in developing new collections or expanding existing ones.
- Created displays for new book releases.
- Sorted, shelved, and organized library books according to Dewey Decimal System.
- Maintained well-rounded knowledge of automated library systems and reference data to share with patrons and visitors.
- Generated overdue notices and followed up with patrons to recover items.
- Processed new materials including books, magazines, and multimedia for circulation.
- Maintained circulation desk activities such as check-in and check-out of library materials.
- Greeted patrons upon entrance to library and offered assistance with needs or issues.
Education
Master of Arts -
Northwest University
Kirkland, WA06-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ10-2013
Associate of Arts - Para Teaching
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ06-2008
Skills
- Motivating students
- Excellent classroom management
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Job readiness training
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Transition planning
- Behavior modifications
- Behavior intervention plans
- Life skills instruction
- Assessment strategies
- Issaquah Education Association
- Classroom management
- Student support
- Learning style assessment
Affiliations
- I have worked with elementary and high school population for 25 years.
- I am very passionate about literacy and assisting students in reaching their potential.
- My goal has always been to help students to succeed at the level they are capable of.
- Through the years I have been part of the Skyline High community and worked with students not only in the classroom but extra curricular. I was Junior Class, Spirit, Amnesty International and Cheer advisor. Students succeeding in academics and extra curricular helps all students find their niche and successes along the way.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Issaquah School District
09.2009 - Current
Assistant Librarian
Issaquah School District
09.2008 - 06.2018
Master of Arts -
Northwest University
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
University of Phoenix
Associate of Arts - Para Teaching
University of Phoenix
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