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Kealakai Lindsey-Meyer

Kealakai Lindsey-Meyer

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Summary

Experienced special education teacher with a strong focus on developing individualized education plans and implementing data-driven instructional strategies. Proven ability to mentor new educators and facilitate effective communication among multidisciplinary teams to ensure student success.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Waimea High School
Waimea, HI
01.2017 - Current
  • Developed individualized education plans tailored to student needs and learning styles.
  • Implemented adaptive teaching methods to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, and support staff to foster student success in inclusive environments.
  • Mentored new educators on classroom management techniques specific to special education settings.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI
01-1999

Master of Arts - Secondary Special Education

University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI
05-2019

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Small group instruction
  • Emotional support
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Data collection
  • Instructional strategies
  • Behavior modifications
  • Curriculum adjustments
  • Department head teacher support
  • IEP and BIP implementation
  • Paraprofessional oversight
  • Collaborative teaching
  • Mentor Teacher Certified
  • Student-centered learning and engagement

Interests

  • Environmental conservation projects and stewardship
  • Volunteering with youth sports programs as an assistant coach for Special Olympics Kauai
  • Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects
  • Dancing hula and Hawaiian cultural events
  • Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
  • Enjoy participating in hula and tahitian for overall physical and mental well-being

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Waimea High School
01.2017 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

University of Hawaii At Manoa

Master of Arts - Secondary Special Education

University of Hawaii At Manoa