Kelly Phillips
Teaching
Skiatook,OK
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement. Enthusiastic individual eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in any job.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Skiatook Hs
Skiatook, OK
08.2021 - Current
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Organized instruction material, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Co-taught Senior and Junior English
Bus Driver
Skiatook Public Schools
Skiatook, Oklahoma
08.2009 - Current
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
Coaching Duties (softball, Basketball, Track)
Skiatook Public Schools
Skiatook, Oklahoma
08.2003 - Current
District Trainer; Crisis Prevention Intervention
Skiatook Public Schools
Skiatook, Oklahoma
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Optimized training curriculum with team exercises, group discussions and lectures.
Academic Dean of Students
Skiatook Middle School
Skiatook, Oklahoma
08.2014 - 05.2017
Master Scheduling,student scheduling,counseling,special education paperwork,coordinating activities for our school site (Tulsa Tech field trip, Career Day for the entire school site, Bully Run fundraiser). Coordinating motivational speakers,conflict and bully prevention.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Arts - Education of Individuals in Secondary Special Education Programs
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OK 08.1993 - 05.1998
Master's Degree in Educational Leadership - Administration of Education
Southern Nazarene University
Bethany, OK 08.2006 - 12.2007
Skills
Conflict resolution techniques
Secondary education
Trained in CPI
Lesson Planning
Classroom management
Differentiated instruction
Disability assessment testing
Student counseling
Post-secondary education
Group and individual instruction
Special education
Organization and Time Management
Multitasking Abilities
Critical Thinking
Middle school education
Elementary education
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Skiatook Hs
08.2021 - Current
District Trainer; Crisis Prevention Intervention
Skiatook Public Schools
08.2015 - 05.2017
Academic Dean of Students
Skiatook Middle School
08.2014 - 05.2017
Bus Driver
Skiatook Public Schools
08.2009 - Current
Master's Degree in Educational Leadership - Administration of Education
Southern Nazarene University
08.2006 - 12.2007
Coaching Duties (softball, Basketball, Track)
Skiatook Public Schools
08.2003 - Current
Bachelor of Science in Arts - Education of Individuals in Secondary Special Education Programs
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
08.1993 - 05.1998