KELLY MEFFORD
Summary
Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Cobb County School System
2024.01 - 2024.05
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that promoted respect, collaboration, and open communication among students.
- Established clear expectations and consistent routines for classroom management, resulting in reduced behavioral issues.
IRR Special Education Supply Teacher
Ford Elementary School (CCSD)
2023.11 - 2024.02
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Drawing and Project Expediter
Davis Permits Incorporated
2014.01 - Current
- Consult with architectural firms, developers, builders and contractors on project timelines and commercial permitting approval requirements.
- Submit, track and retrieve clients' mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire and safety drawings for review and approval through city and municipality building and planning departments.
- Communicate revisions and expedite critical deadlines in a fast paced environment.
- Efficient management of multiple projects at various stages of completion.
Lead Special Education Teacher
Nightingale Montessori Middle School
2012.08 - 2014.01
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
Special Education Teacher K-2nd
South Vienna Elementary
1999.08 - 2000.06
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
Special Education Team Teacher
Teasley Middle School
1997.08 - 1999.06
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education / Special Education K-12
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH05.1997
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Classroom Management
- Counseling & Coaching
- Skilled in teaching children with mild to moderate learning disabilities
- Experienced in creating individualized lesson plans
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- De-Escalation Techniques
Philanthropy
DIRECTOR OF FUNDRAISING 2021 to CURRENT
Rally Against Childhood Cancer
- Oversee all aspects of fundraising including planning and budgeting, event oversight, managing and motivating staff and volunteers, and evaluating and reporting results.
- Represent Rally Against Childhood Cancer to external stakeholders such as donors, partners, and media outlets.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Cobb County School System
2024.01 - 2024.05
IRR Special Education Supply Teacher
Ford Elementary School (CCSD)
2023.11 - 2024.02
Drawing and Project Expediter
Davis Permits Incorporated
2014.01 - Current
Lead Special Education Teacher
Nightingale Montessori Middle School
2012.08 - 2014.01
Special Education Teacher K-2nd
South Vienna Elementary
1999.08 - 2000.06
Special Education Team Teacher
Teasley Middle School
1997.08 - 1999.06
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education / Special Education K-12
Bowling Green State University
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