Kay Dye
Broomfield,CO
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in collaboration, employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic and social/emotional achievement.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Resource Teacher
Boulder Valley School District - Meadowlark K-8
2023.08 - Current
- Coordinated with general education teachers to accommodate curriculum materials, ensuring accessibility for all learners in an inclusive setting.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and IEP objectives to ensure compliance with federal regulations and school district policies.
- Taught students through a co-teach model and resource environments.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction tailored to individual needs.
Special Education Teacher
Brantner Elementary School
2012.08 - 2023.06
- May 2023 36% of students on caseload had met their English Language Arts IEP goals and 45% were on trajectory to meet their goal(s) by their annual review.
- Through collaborative teaching focused on differentiation; taught general education curriculum to 25-50 students a day using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- December 2021 100% of third and fifth grade students on caseload saw increase on Middle of Year Testing; average increase across third grade of 6.3 points and 15.8 points within fifth grade.
Quality Assurance
Real Care Inc.
2018.05 - 2019.07
- Defined and developed policies and procedures to align with State licensing requirements.
- Collaborated with contract team Providers to review trainings, required documents, contracts and facilitate personnel compliance training.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education Major
University of Nebraska Omaha
Omaha, NEMaster of Arts -
Baker University S.P.G.S.
Overland Park, KS2006
Bachelor of Science - Education
Baker University
Baldwin City, KS2002
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Motivating Students
- Trained in CPI
- Differentiated Instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Learning Style Assessment
- Parent and Guardian Communication
Accomplishments
- Meadowlark K-8 Logistical Leadership Team (2024-present)
- Member of the Colorado ACCESS Caucus (2022-present)
- Member of the Boulder Valley Education Association (2023-present)
- Association Representative for the Brighton Education Association (2021-2023)
- Member of the Brantner Elementary School Collaborative Advisory Team (2012-2021)
2021 Awarded "Solid as a Rock" for commitment to supporting staff
I was awarded "Solid as a Rock" from the Brighton Education Association for my dedication and work supporting the Brantner Elementary School staff through various trials in 2020-2021.
2021 December Awarded "The Gift that Keeps on Giving"
Nominated by multiple staff members, awarded by the District, for my commitment and passion for supporting and loving on staff members, students, and Brantner Families.
Timeline
Special Education Resource Teacher
Boulder Valley School District - Meadowlark K-8
2023.08 - Current
Quality Assurance
Real Care Inc.
2018.05 - 2019.07
Special Education Teacher
Brantner Elementary School
2012.08 - 2023.06
Master of Science - Special Education Major
University of Nebraska Omaha
Master of Arts -
Baker University S.P.G.S.
Bachelor of Science - Education
Baker University
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