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Work History
Education
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Hobbies and Interests
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Kathryn Rheams

Tylertown,MS

Summary

Special education professional with proven track record of fostering inclusive learning environments and implementing effective instructional strategies. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and achieving positive educational outcomes, adaptable to changing classroom dynamics. Skilled in behavior management, curriculum development, and student advocacy, bringing reliability and flexibility to role.

Special education professional prepared to bring high standards and results-oriented approach to new role. Possesses valuable experience in creating inclusive educational settings and tailoring instruction to meet diverse needs. Known for effective collaboration and adaptability, ensuring consistent progress and positive outcomes. Proficient in behavior management and differentiated instruction.

Overview

15
years of professional experience

Work History

South Pike School District

Special Education Teacher
08.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
  • Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
  • Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
  • Created culturally responsive classroom environment, acknowledging and celebrating diversity among students.
  • Utilized data from student assessments to tailor instruction, resulting in more effective learning outcomes.

Eva Gordon Lower Elem., South Pike School District

Special Education Teacher
08.2011 - 08.2024

Job overview

  • Created lesson plans to ensure that every student meets his/her goals/objectives for the school year
  • Collaboration with the general education teacher to ensure students were on track to meet their goal/objectives for the school year
  • Support all teachers when needed to ensure student success
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
  • Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).

Tylertown Primary School

Inclusion Teacher
01.2010 - 05.2011

Job overview

  • Worked with students in the general education classroom who needed additional assistance to ensure that they were meeting their IEP goals/objectives
  • Implemented IEP goals/objectives based on students IEP for the school year
  • Collaboration with Speech teacher and general education teacher to ensure student(s) were on track to reach their goal/objective for the school year

Education

University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS

Master’s from Severe And Profound
12.2015

University Overview

University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS

Bachelor of Science from Education
12.2009

University Overview

Skills

  • Familiar with Chrome Browser
  • Effective Communication Skills
  • Dedicated Team Contributor
  • Reliable Team Member
  • Steadfast Reliability
  • Tailored Instruction Methods
  • Classroom management
  • Development of Individual Education Plans
  • Small group instruction
  • Effective Relationship Building
  • Effective Team Collaboration
  • Group and individual instruction

Hobbies and Interests

Hobbies and Interests
  • Reading
  • Nature walks

Timeline

Special Education Teacher
South Pike School District
08.2024 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Eva Gordon Lower Elem., South Pike School District
08.2011 - 08.2024
Inclusion Teacher
Tylertown Primary School
01.2010 - 05.2011
University of Southern Mississippi
Master’s from Severe And Profound
University of Southern Mississippi
Bachelor of Science from Education
Kathryn Rheams