Kathleen (Sissy) Swain
Orangevale,CA
Summary
Compassionate and innovative educator dedicated to helping students improve emotional and academic abilities. Collaborative teacher with excellent planning and communication skills. Knowledgeable about assessment and assistance strategies.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Intervention Specialist
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives and discuss strategies.
- Helped students improve academically, emotionally and socially through hands-on support.
- Administered tests before, during and after program interventions.
Classroom Teacher (3rd and 4th Grades)
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
08.2019 - 06.2023
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Intervention Specialist
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
08.2016 - 06.2019
5th Grade Classroom Teacher
Rio Linda Unified School District
08.1990 - 01.1994
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento05.1990
Skills
- Material Selection
- Curriculum Adjustments
- Parent Communication
- Student Engagement
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Small Group Instruction
- Academic Support
- Instructional Strategies
- Organizational Skills
- Background in RTI
Timeline
Intervention Specialist
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
Classroom Teacher (3rd and 4th Grades)
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
08.2019 - 06.2023
Intervention Specialist
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
08.2016 - 06.2019
5th Grade Classroom Teacher
Rio Linda Unified School District
08.1990 - 01.1994
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Sacramento
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