Kayla West
Henderson,NV
Summary
I am a dedicated special education teacher skilled in IEP development, differentiated instruction, and behavior intervention strategies. I am committed to fostering positive learning environments, developing schoolwide systems to increase student involvement in inclusion settings, and enhancing student success through collaborative teamwork and data-driven decision-making.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
Las Vegas, NV
07.2020 - Current
- Designed individualized education plans to meet diverse student needs and enhance learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adapt instructional strategies.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to foster a positive classroom environment.
- Developed and delivered engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards for special education students.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices in special education instruction and classroom management.
- Analyzed student performance data to inform instructional adjustments and improve educational delivery.
- Advocated for resources and support services to enhance student success within the educational setting.
- Monitored student progress closely, intervening proactively when necessary to ensure steady growth and achievement of learning goals.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Assessed student performance regularly using various evaluation tools, adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistency in enforcing rules.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles within the classroom setting.
- Boosted student confidence and participation through positive reinforcement and tailored instruction methods.
- Cultivated a positive classroom environment that fostered an atmosphere of mutual respect, trust, and open communication between teacher and students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas05-2020
Skills
- IEP development
- Progress monitoring
- Data Collection and Organization
- Assessment Strategies
- Motor skills development
- Literacy strategies
- Social-emotional learning
- Collaborative teamwork
- Differentiated instruction
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavior Intervention Plans and Functional Behavioral Assessments
- Trained in CPI
Timeline
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
07.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Nevada, Las Vegas