Kelly Leiter
Educator
Moore,OK
Summary
Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provided appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Developed, implemented and acted as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Retired from the classroom - with 40 years of experience. Currently assists in special eduction delivery through consultation services. Talent for delivering scheduled lectures and compiling current educational information for use in presentations. Committed to serving as mentor and liaison for students needing extra support.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Moore Public Schools Foundation
Moore, OK
08.2012 - Current
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Defined and communicated rules and enforced through approved disciplinary methods.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Developed individual educational plans designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
Special Education Teacher and RTI Director
Altus Public Schools
Altus, OK
08.2000 - 05.2012
- Created a supportive learning environment where children feel safe, respected, nurtured, accepted, and valued.
- Monitored student progress through ongoing data analysis and review of intervention effectiveness.
- Coached teachers in implementing positive behavior supports, including classroom management strategies.
- Evaluated current practices related to RTI implementation and made recommendations for improvement based on best practices.
- Facilitated team meetings to ensure effective communication between all stakeholders.
- Participated in IEP meetings as an educational consultant regarding RTI services provided to students with disabilities.
Special Education Teacher
Navajo Public Schools
Altus, OK
08.1989 - 05.2000
Special Education Teacher
Snyder Public Schools
Snyder , OK
08.1987 - 05.1989
First Grade Teacher
Navajo Elementary School
Altus, OK
08.1984 - 05.1987
7th - 8th Grade Teacher
Martha Public Schools
Martha, OK
08.1982 - 05.1984
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Weatherford, OK12.1982
Skills
- Instructional Strategies
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Learning Style Assessments
- Excellent Classroom Management
- Parent Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Special Education
- Student Support
- Curriculum Adjustments
- Job Readiness Training
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year 1995
- Teacher of the Year 2000
- Teacher of the Month 2022
- Published Children's Book Author 2021
Certification
- Elementary Education 1-8
- Learning Disability N-12
- Mentally Handicapped N-12
- Language Arts 6-8
- Multiple Disabilities N-12
- Certified Facilitator: Love and Logic Trainings
- Certified Facilitator True Colors Personality Workshop
- Motivational Speaker: Anti Bullying Campaign
Work Preference
Work Type
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Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Moore Public Schools Foundation
08.2012 - Current
Special Education Teacher and RTI Director
Altus Public Schools
08.2000 - 05.2012
Special Education Teacher
Navajo Public Schools
08.1989 - 05.2000
Special Education Teacher
Snyder Public Schools
08.1987 - 05.1989
First Grade Teacher
Navajo Elementary School
08.1984 - 05.1987
7th - 8th Grade Teacher
Martha Public Schools
08.1982 - 05.1984
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
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