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Kathy Kluver

Fairmont,MN

Summary

Home Visitors went into the children's homes for weekly visits with a parent who would remain with them for the lesson. The first 60 minutes were for the child to learn literacy/ communication, math, physical/ movement development, science exploring, art, social and emotional development, and social systems. The lesson was planned each week with at least 4 out of the seven. The last 30 minutes was parent time, when I would help the parent with referrals or making an appointment, filling out paperwork if English was not their first language. As a home visitor, I looked forward to the parent's input on what they wanted for a lesson the following week. The parent is the child's best and first teacher— Worked as a one-to-one Special Education Paraprofessional with four years of experience. Assisted three students while working one-on-one in the classroom setting. At the same time, I would promote individualized learning techniques.

Overview

13
years of professional experience

Work History

Fairmont Jr./Sr. High School

Paraprofessional,
10.2021 - 03.2022

Job overview

  • As a special education paraprofessional, my work assignment was to work with one student each day. I worked with one student who was nonverbal and spoke Spanish. He preferred walking out of the classroom before, communicating with a device, or using English.
  • I implemented behavior management techniques that were put in place by the special education teacher. My job was to assist all students in the classroom in effectively maintaining a somewhat structured learning environment conducive to their needs to succeed. The high school teacher had to leave the room for a minute.
  • Facilitated communication between general education and special education staff, promoting effective collaboration on behalf of students'' best interests
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs
  • Promoted respectful classroom culture set by the teacher by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers

Minnesota Valley Action Council

Site Manager, Home Visitor
09.2019 - 10.2021

Job overview

  • Site Managers oversee three preschool centers: Blue Earth, Fairmont, and Sunburn. All workers must comply with safe operating practices and assess operation procedures against best practices.
  • Home Visitors maintained records of client care, documenting visits and taking observations when parents worked with their children.
  • Ten to twelve families visited them each week. Mom/Dad would help make lesson plans for their child for the following week, depending upon what Mom/Dad thought their child needed to work on and practice. Then, based on that information, I would develop lesson plans for their child. During parent time with home visitors, safety, form assistance, and community referrals would often be discussed.
  • We have reduced safety incidents by conducting regular site inspections and strictly adhering to safety protocols.

Fairmont Elementary school

Title 1 Aide
09.2015 - 06.2017

Job overview

Conducted small group individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs, as the homeroom teacher wanted Title 1 Aid to do,

  • Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress
  • I assisted one third-grade teacher in identifying areas needing improvement for targeted intervention efforts.
  • I assist the children in maintaining accurate records for third-grade students' cold and hot reads.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive and supportive classroom atmosphere
  • Supported students with special needs, helping them develop essential skills and achieve academic success
  • Assisted teachers in managing classrooms, ensuring a focused and productive learning environment for all students

Fairmont Sr./Jr. High school

Paraprofessional
12.2012 - 07.2015

Job overview

  • Teachers would document student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teachers to address pertinent issues. Ask Tile 1 aides to help when needed.
  • I assisted with collecting and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
  • I supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
  • Third-grade teachers promote respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive peer interactions.
  • She provided valuable feedback on instructional practices, contributing to continuous improvement efforts within the Fairmont Jr./Sr school community.
  • Fosters a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members

Habilitative Services Inc

Team Lead
08.2009 - 12.2012

Job overview

Worked with 4 individuals in residential setting overseeing daily routine needs. Other responsibilities included writing/implementing programs goals, financial, medical, social/leisure activities.

  • Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts
  • Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety procedures for the company. purposes
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members which helped resolve issues conflicts quickly
  • Prepared detailed reports on updates to project specifications, progress, identified conflicts and team activities

Education

Minnesota State University
Mankato, MN

Bachelor of Science from Humanities
12.1999

University Overview

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Curriculum/lesson plan development
  • Student/parent relations
  • Team collaboration
  • Differentiated learning
  • Strategic planning
  • Flexible & Adaptable
  • Teamwork

Accomplishments

Accomplishments

    Worked with individuals with developmental disabilities in the residential setting for over 20 years. Before transitioning into the education setting.

Timeline

Paraprofessional,
Fairmont Jr./Sr. High School
10.2021 - 03.2022
Site Manager, Home Visitor
Minnesota Valley Action Council
09.2019 - 10.2021
Title 1 Aide
Fairmont Elementary school
09.2015 - 06.2017
Paraprofessional
Fairmont Sr./Jr. High school
12.2012 - 07.2015
Team Lead
Habilitative Services Inc
08.2009 - 12.2012
Minnesota State University
Bachelor of Science from Humanities
Kathy Kluver