Kathy Sipe
Rockton,IL
Summary
Versatile education professional known for problem-solving and multitasking abilities is seeking to continue utilizing her experience and skills in a school office setting
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Inclusion Facilitator, General Education Teacher
Rockton School District 140
Rockton, IL
08.1994 - 06.2025
- Special Education Teacher and Inclusion Facilitator for 5 years, Fifth Grade Teacher for 5 years, Fourth Grade Teacher for 11 years, and Third Grade Teacher for 10 years
- Designed and held workshops to educate teachers and paraprofessionals about inclusive practices
- Facilitated conversations among staff to create safe, inclusive environments
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles and abilities
- Provided individualized support to students requiring additional assistance or accommodations
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged respect and teamwork among students
- Utilized technology to effectively enhance instruction
- Strengthened proficiency in Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, and Classroom by completing technology workshops
- Regularly volunteered to serve on building committees and to support events held by district and the PTO
Special Education Teacher
Cary Community School District
Cary, IL
08.1992 - 06.1994
- Resource Teacher and Inclusion Facilitator Grades 2-5
- Collaborated with general education teachers to implement lessons and include students with special needs
Teacher
East Coloma School District
Rock Falls, IL
08.1991 - 06.1992
- Self-contained Cross Categorical Classroom Grades 4-8
- Designed behavior plans and provided instruction for students in all subject areas
Education
Master of Science - General Education
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL06-1999
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL06-1991
Skills
- Multitasking and adaptability
- Workflow management
- Collaboration and communication
- Problem solving
- Data entry and management
- Word processing and record keeping
- Google applications
- Confidentiality and data protection
Timeline
Inclusion Facilitator, General Education Teacher
Rockton School District 140
08.1994 - 06.2025
Special Education Teacher
Cary Community School District
08.1992 - 06.1994
Teacher
East Coloma School District
08.1991 - 06.1992
Master of Science - General Education
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Northern Illinois University