Kathleen Speak
Myrtle Beach,SC
Summary
Adaptable professional with strong collaboration and communication skills in educational settings. Experienced in coordinating testing environments and supporting diverse learning needs.
Overview
1
1
Certification
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Testing support
Chesapeake Public Schools
Chesapeake, Virginia
05.2025 - 06.2026
- Monitored students during the State test to maintain an uninterrupted testing environment.
- Coordinated with testing coordinators to ensure timely completion of testing.
- Collaborated with testing coordinators to address and resolve concerns.
- Provided all students with necessary materials for testing.
- Collected testing materials at conclusion of each session. at end of testing.
- Assisted in SOL state testing protocol.
Clerical Substitute
Chesapeake Public Schools
Chesapeake, VA
09.2024 - 06.2026
- Executed clerical tasks to enhance support for staff, students, and administration.
- Greeted parents and visitors at reception, efficiently addressing their inquiries.
- Answered incoming calls. Directed callers to appropriate staff or help assisted them by providing them with the information requested.
- Ensured compliance with general office policies and procedures.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Assisted all staff with diverse tasks, contributing to smooth office operations.
Tutor
Virginia Department of Education
Richmond, Virginia
10.2024 - 04.2026
- Coordinated and conducted individual and group tutoring sessions with students.
- Worked closely with students to help develop math and language arts skills.
- Guided struggling learners in developing strategies to tackle challenging subjects effectively.
- Collaborated with educators to assist with instructional needs to successfully guide their students toward success.
- Created a positive learning environment by encouraging open communication between tutor, teacher, and the student's family members.
- Monitored student performance on assignments and assessments throughout the year to make sure they are on track.
- Offered strategies for students with learning disabilities to achieve academic success.
- Identified educational gaps in students and advised parents on securing additional support resources.
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress.
- Inspired students to pursue academic goals with confidence and determination. Used positive encouragement.
- Served as liaison between teachers, students, and guardians to enhance communication and support student learning.
Paraprofessional
Chesapeake Public Schools
Chesapeake, Virginia
08.1999 - 06.2024
- Assisted staff in implementing individualized education plans for students with learning disabilities, and enhancing tailored support.
- Implemented individualized education plans under the teacher's supervision.
- Provided students with personalized academic, behavioral, and emotional support.
- Led small-group instruction to strengthen student understanding.
- Redirected negative behaviors through positive reinforcement strategies, promoting a constructive classroom atmosphere.
- Plan and co teach with teaching partners to ensure all needs are met not only for caseload but other student.
- Facilitated communication among teachers, parents, and support staff to foster a collaborative environment for students and educators.
- Observed student behavior and provided alternatives to assignments.
- Served as substitute teacher during staff absences to maintain classroom continuity. and directed class to maintain day to day expectations.
Education
General Studies
York High
Yorktown, VA06-1977
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Ferrum College
Ferrum, VASome College (No Degree) - Business
ODU
NorfolkSkills
- Test administration
- State testing compliance
- Assessment accommodations
- Assessment tracking
- Group tutoring
- Learning strategies
Certification
- Bloodborne Pathogen, Child Abuse Mandatory Reporting, Medication Administration:Epinephrine, Human Traffic Awareness
Timeline
Testing support
Chesapeake Public Schools
05.2025 - 06.2026
Tutor
Virginia Department of Education
10.2024 - 04.2026
Clerical Substitute
Chesapeake Public Schools
09.2024 - 06.2026
Paraprofessional
Chesapeake Public Schools
08.1999 - 06.2024
General Studies
York High
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Ferrum College
Some College (No Degree) - Business
ODU