Kathleen Milburn
Clarkesville,GA
Summary
Dedicated Self-Contained Special Education Teacher with expertise in developing individualized education plans (IEPs) and implementing behavioral management strategies. Foster inclusive classroom environments through effective communication and collaboration with students, parents, and colleagues. Adapt teaching methods to accommodate diverse learner needs, promoting both social and academic growth.
Overview
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1
Certification
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Self Contained Special Education Teacher
Rabun County School District
Tiger, Georgia
07.2024 - Current
- Tracked student progress and adjusted lessons to meet individual needs, enhancing personalized learning outcomes.
- Provided differentiated instruction in self-contained special education classroom.
- Monitored student achievement through standardized tests and assessments, providing data to inform program improvements.
- Supported behavior management through positive reinforcement and clear routines.
- Communicated with families to discuss student goals and services, fostering collaboration and support for student success.
Lead High School Special Education Teacher. RISE Teacher
Georgia Connections Academy
07.2015 - 06.2023
- RISE (Alternate Assessed Students) High School English and Music Teacher
- Collaborated with general education teachers to enhance curriculum, instruction, and accommodations for diverse learners. Developed and wrote IEPs, chaired meetings for team members, mentored new teachers, conducted technology training, supervised TKES evaluations, and analyzed student achievement data using GoFar, presented findings at school and district meetings.
- Georgia Connections Academy is an accredited online charter school, open to students in grades k-12.
- District Special Education Teacher of the Year, 2021-2022.
Self Contained Special Education Teacher
South Metro GNETS (Georgia Network for Educational and Therapeutic Services)
Forest Park, Georgia
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Provided intensive instruction in academic and social skills to middle school students with severe behavior disorders, collected data, communicated with parents, and conducted IEP meetings and re-evaluations as sole GNETS representative, managing all administrative duties.
- Implemented positive reinforcement behavior support strategies to enhance student engagement and improve classroom behavior.
- Participated in professional development activities related to best practices in teaching special education students.
Special Education, Autism/Asperger's Teacher.
Henry County Schools
McDonough, GA
01.2006 - 01.2012
- Ola High School, McDonough, GA: Special Education, Autism/Asperger's Teacher.
- Performed IEP reviews and writing, instructed students in collaborative environments (Math I, English I, English II), taught resource classes (English I, English II, Social Skills), organized group activities to engage students, held parent conferences, and supported behavior modifications to enhance social skills aligned with IEP objectives.
- Reviewed federal and state paperwork for department personnel, scheduled students with disabilities, led monthly department meetings, and mentored new educators through the Griffin RESA TAPP program.
- Henry County Schools, Henry County, Georgia, 2006-2012.
Special Education Teacher.
Clayton County Schools
Morrow, Georgia
01.2001 - 01.2006
- Clayton County Schools, Clayton County, Georgia, 2001-2006.Morrow Middle School, Morrow, Georgia: Special Education Teacher.
- Delivered differentiated instruction tailored to diverse learning and behavioral needs, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with general education teachers on inclusive classroom support and planning.
Middle School Band, and General Music Director
Palm Beach County Schools
West Palm Beach, Florida
01.1992 - 01.2001
- Palm Beach County Schools, West Palm Beach, Florida, 1992-2001 Middle School Band, and General Music Director
- Directed music programs across Palm Beach County Schools, enhancing student engagement and performance opportunities.
- Planned rehearsals for chorus, band, and orchestra using district curriculum guidelines.
- Selected repertoire for concerts, assemblies, and school community events.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ05-2003
Bachelor of Music - Arranging and Performance
Berklee College of Music
Boston, MASkills
- IEP writing
- Special education law
- Behavior support
- Curriculum modification
- Classroom management
- Student progress monitoring
- Data analysis
- Collaborative planning
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Emotional disorders
- Parent engagement
- Classroom organization
- Cultural responsiveness
Certification
National Board Certified Teacher, Music, p-12, English, 6-12, Special Education Alternate Assessed (Adapted) Curriculum, P-12, Special Education General Curriculum, (P-12), Special Education Language Arts, Cognitive Level (P-5, 4-8), Special Education Math Cognitive Level, (P-5, 4-8), Special Education Science, Cognitive Level, (P-5, 4-8), Special Education Social Science Cognitive Level (P-5, 4-8), Teacher Leader Endorsement
Timeline
Self Contained Special Education Teacher
Rabun County School District
07.2024 - Current
Lead High School Special Education Teacher. RISE Teacher
Georgia Connections Academy
07.2015 - 06.2023
Self Contained Special Education Teacher
South Metro GNETS (Georgia Network for Educational and Therapeutic Services)
01.2012 - 01.2015
Special Education, Autism/Asperger's Teacher.
Henry County Schools
01.2006 - 01.2012
Special Education Teacher.
Clayton County Schools
01.2001 - 01.2006
Middle School Band, and General Music Director
Palm Beach County Schools
01.1992 - 01.2001
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Music - Arranging and Performance
Berklee College of Music