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Kathleen Holzer

Kathleen Holzer

Edison,OH

Summary

I am interested in additional career opportunities. I have extensive excellent references. I have been teaching professionally for 31 years, in addition to acquiring numerous and varied skill sets as a result of experiences in multiple work fields. I want to broaden my skill set, and enhance my earnings.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Intervention Specialist

Northmor Local Schools
08.2022 - Current
  • I currently work with students with multiple handicaps in both junior and senior high school in a cross categorical setting
  • Work with administrators, parents/guardians, teachers, and students, writing Individual Education Plans.
  • Work with paraprofessionals to ensure successful educational opportunities for all of my students
  • Work with multiple teachers in various academic capacities to facilitate successful experiences for my students
  • Build strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
  • Promote a positive learning environment by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily activities.
  • Facilitate small group instruction for targeted skill development, enhancing academic growth for all participants.
  • Provide ongoing assessment of student progress, adjusting interventions as needed to optimize results.
  • Empower students by teaching self-advocacy skills and promoting independence within the classroom setting.
  • Increase student engagement through the use of differentiated instruction tailored to individual learning needs.

Horseback Riding Instructor

Girl Scouts Of East PA; Also PA,OH Private Stables
06.1990 - 10.2022
  • These experiences have been in various environments. These include as an employee with the Girls Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania and Yankee Stables in Ohio, as a volunteer for programs designed for riders with handicaps, and under my own management at my home.
  • Promoted responsible horse care by educating students on proper grooming techniques and equipment maintenance.
  • Ensured rider success by providing thorough instruction on proper riding form, equipment usage, and horse handling techniques.
  • Enhanced rider safety by implementing strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines during lessons.
  • Coordinated and/or participated in group activities such as trail rides or competitions, fostering camaraderie among students of various skill levels.
  • Supported students needing extra assistance in learning basic tenets of horseback riding with patience and deliberation.

Principal and Intervention Specialist

St. Joseph Catholic School
07.2016 - 06.2022
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
  • Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
  • Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.

Classroom Teacher and Learning Support Teacher

Big Beaver Falls Area School District
08.1999 - 02.2016
  • Due to my husband relocating to another state for employment reasons, I resigned prior to the end of the school year.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
  • Worked with administrators, parents/guardians, teachers, and students, writing Individual Education Plans.
  • Scheduled and worked with teachers and paraprofessionals to meet the needs of individual students with academic and/or behavioral needs.
  • Taught students multiple subjects in both the inclusion setting as well as within my own classroom.
  • Promoted positive behavior plans as well as working with the school-wide team of teachers specifically designated to implement programs such as Olweus (Positive Behavior Management).
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.

Veterinarian Assistant and Receptionist

Rainbow Veterinary Clinic
06.2003 - 08.2015
  • I worked throughout the school year until the birth of my first child in 2007. Thereafter, I worked here during the summer months since I maintained my professional teaching positions.
  • Supported veterinary staff during emergencies, providing urgent care assistance when needed.
  • Increased clinic efficiency by maintaining clean examination rooms and preparing them for each appointment.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping by updating patient files with pertinent medical information and treatment plans.
  • Assisted in diagnostic procedures, contributing to accurate diagnoses and treatment options for patients.

Instructional Support Teacher/Long Term Sub

North Hills School District
08.1998 - 06.1999
  • Provided support to both students and staff during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities for students in the general education setting experiencing academic and/or behavior challenges.
  • Organized and facilitated meetings among administrators, parents/guardians, teachers, and students (depending on the individual student) to review acquisition and retention rates and create positive strategies and plans for educational success.

Instructional Support Teacher

Spring Grove School District
08.1996 - 03.1998
  • Provided support to both students and staff during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities for students in the general education setting experiencing academic and/or behavior challenges.
  • Organized and facilitated meetings among administrators, parents/guardians, teachers, and students (depending on the individual student) to review acquisition and retention rates and create positive strategies and plans for educational success.

Learning Support Teacher-Long Term Sub

Eastern York School District
03.1996 - 06.1996
  • Due to my husband relocating to another state for employment, I acquired this long-term substitute position as an 8th grade middle school learning support teacher.
  • Taught students multiple subjects in both the inclusion setting as well as within my own classroom.
  • Promoted positive behavior plans.


Learning Support Teacher

Prince William County Schools
08.1993 - 03.1996
  • Worked as a Learning Support Teacher, including daily travel between schools during my first year.
  • Wrote Individualized Education Plans for my students with various special needs.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop curriculum aligned with state standards, ensuring consistency across grade levels.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.


Residential Caregiver

United Cerebral Palsy And Frontiers
06.1989 - 02.1993
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all resident interactions, medical records, and incidents ensuring timely communication with supervisors and healthcare providers.
  • Monitored and reported significant changes in resident behavior or health to appropriate healthcare professionals enabling timely interventions.
  • Ensured a safe living environment for residents through regular health and safety checks, maintaining cleanliness and order in the facility.
  • Implemented behavior modification techniques for challenging situations, improving overall resident satisfaction and harmony within the community.
  • Fostered a sense of belonging for new residents by facilitating introductions and encouraging active participation in community activities.

Sandwich Shops and Fast Food

Burger King, Bob's Subs, Hi-Level Golf Course
06.1986 - 08.1991
  • Worked in an intermittently fast-paced environment with sense of urgency to serve guests quickly.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, contributing to a positive and safe work environment.
  • Cooked menu items according to specified instructions.

Education

Master of Science - Education

Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Millersville, PA
08.2002

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PA
05.1993

Skills

  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • IEP development
  • Understanding of special education
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Academic Accommodations
  • Employee Performance Evaluations
  • Staff Management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Training and mentoring
  • Community Engagement
  • Client Communication
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Animal Safety
  • Medication Administration
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Patient restraint
  • Barn Management
  • Client Relationship Building
  • Equine Behavior Understanding
  • First Aid Training/CPR Training
  • ALICE School Safety Training, 2017 (I also was a certified trainer for this program, which stands for Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, and Evacuate)

Accomplishments

  • Administration Experience
  • Numerous Excellent References
  • Varied Work Experiences and Skill Sets
  • Strong Ability to Succeed
  • Ohio Teacher Evaluation System, "Accomplished"
  • Exceptional Communication
  • Skilled When Working With Many Age Levels with Varied Backgrounds and Abilities
  • Skilled When Working With a Variety of Animals
  • Previously Certified Instructor for A.L.I.C.E. Active Shooter Training

Certification

  • State of Ohio Professional Intervention Specialist (K-12) License (Teaching Fields: Mild/Moderate)
  • State of Ohio Professional Early Childhood (P-3) License (Endorsement: Early Childhood Generalist 4-5)

Timeline

Intervention Specialist

Northmor Local Schools
08.2022 - Current

Principal and Intervention Specialist

St. Joseph Catholic School
07.2016 - 06.2022

Veterinarian Assistant and Receptionist

Rainbow Veterinary Clinic
06.2003 - 08.2015

Classroom Teacher and Learning Support Teacher

Big Beaver Falls Area School District
08.1999 - 02.2016

Instructional Support Teacher/Long Term Sub

North Hills School District
08.1998 - 06.1999

Instructional Support Teacher

Spring Grove School District
08.1996 - 03.1998

Learning Support Teacher-Long Term Sub

Eastern York School District
03.1996 - 06.1996

Learning Support Teacher

Prince William County Schools
08.1993 - 03.1996

Horseback Riding Instructor

Girl Scouts Of East PA; Also PA,OH Private Stables
06.1990 - 10.2022

Residential Caregiver

United Cerebral Palsy And Frontiers
06.1989 - 02.1993

Sandwich Shops and Fast Food

Burger King, Bob's Subs, Hi-Level Golf Course
06.1986 - 08.1991

Master of Science - Education

Millersville University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

Clarion University of Pennsylvania

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