Kelaiah Williams
Portage,IN
Summary
An enthusiastic, caring educator who believes that all children can learn and thrive in a learning environment that is stimulating, comforting, and appropriate to children's abilities. Strengths include collaboration with educators and parents, individualized student assessment, and curriculum adaptation to meet diverse needs. Impact made through fostering inclusive classroom environments and advocating for student accessibility rights. Known for strong leadership skills, compassionate understanding of special education practices, and firm commitment to student success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Coordinator
Gary Community School Corporation, Roosevelt High School
Gary, IN
08.2022 - Current
- Directed and coordinated activities of teachers or administrators at schools, public agencies or institutions.
- Facilitated meetings with parents, teachers, therapists, administrators. to discuss goals for students' educational programs.
- Organized workshops for families of special needs children on available resources in the community.
- Implemented policies, procedures and programs to carry out educational standards and goals.
- Reviewed data collected from various sources to assess effectiveness of interventions being used with each student.
- Conferred with parents and staff to discuss educational activities and policies.
- Actively participated in school committees related to special education initiatives.
- Assisted in the implementation of behavior management systems for students as needed.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for supplies and services.
General Education Teacher
Portage Township Schools
Portage, IN
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Created and led strengths-based and engaging class that equipped adult students with skills and confidence to learn English using interactive, culturally responsive curriculum.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and any areas of concern.
- Taught many students with technical-minded and methodical approach.
- Utilized industry-specific materials, technologies and equipment to provide hands-on experiences and demonstrations.
- Monitored student behavior in the classroom and on school grounds, intervening when necessary to ensure safety and proper conduct.
Classroom Teacher Assistant
Growing Kids Learning Center
Chesterton, Indiana
08.2018 - 10.2020
- Provided support and assistance to the classroom teacher
- Communicated clearly with program director and parents on student accomplishments/struggles
- Evaluate and document student progress
- Maintain a safe, stimulating classroom for [how many] students each year
General Education Teacher
School City of East Chicago
East Chicago, IN
05.2009 - 06.2020
- Provide support and assistance to students throughout the school day.
- Maintain a safe, stimulating classroom for students.
- Participate in faculty meetings and parent-teacher meetings.
- Communicate clearly with administration and parents about student accomplishments and struggles.
- Adapt lesson plans and techniques to the needs of my students.
- Evaluate and document student progress.
- Mentored and tutored individual students struggling to understand lecture objectives.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and any areas of concern.
Education
Education
Indiana Univeristy Northwest
Gary, IN05.2009
Skills
- Mentor
- Teacher Lead
- Teacher of Excellence
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum Mapping
- SIOP Trained
- Sensory integration techniques
- Collaborative leadership
- Special education law
- Learning disability awareness
- Curriculum adaptation
- Gifted education
Timeline
Special Education Coordinator
Gary Community School Corporation, Roosevelt High School
08.2022 - Current
General Education Teacher
Portage Township Schools
08.2020 - 06.2022
Classroom Teacher Assistant
Growing Kids Learning Center
08.2018 - 10.2020
General Education Teacher
School City of East Chicago
05.2009 - 06.2020
Education
Indiana Univeristy Northwest
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