Kayla McMahen
Lindenwold,NJ
Summary
Exiting special education teacher seeking new career opportunities and challenges in the legal field with ambitions to attend law school. Experienced in research and writing. Motivated to continually improve and extend personal skills and knowledge for professional growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Gloucester City School District
10.2020 - 05.2024
- 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.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Kelly Services
11.2018 - 10.2020
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
Teacher's Assistant
Texas State University
01.2015 - 05.2016
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Helped with grading assignments, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Tutored struggling students individually to reinforce learning concepts.
Education
Master of Education - Special Education
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE05.2021
Master of Arts - Political Science
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Fayetteville, AR05.2013
Skills
- Document Drafting and Preparation
- Case Management
- Research and Data Collection
- File Organization
- Proofreading
- File and Records Management
- Database Research
- Exceptional writer
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Gloucester City School District
10.2020 - 05.2024
Special Education Paraprofessional
Kelly Services
11.2018 - 10.2020
Teacher's Assistant
Texas State University
01.2015 - 05.2016
Master of Education - Special Education
Wilmington University
Master of Arts - Political Science
Texas State University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
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