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Kelly Templeton

Saint Charles,MO

Summary

Flexible and caring special education professional specializes in Learning Disabilities, Attention Deficit Disorder, Autism Spectrum, Language Delays, Developmental Delays. Customizes approaches based on individual needs and impairments. Focused on helping students build important skills for physical and disabilities impacting academic performance, social integration or physical capabilities. Compassionate in helping with struggles and adapting approaches.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Lutheran Special Education Ministries
Saint Louis , MO
07.2023 - Current
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
  • Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
  • Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
  • Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
  • Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
  • Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
  • Established positive relationships with students and their families.
  • Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
  • Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
  • Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
  • Instructed special education classes using evidence-based practices.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
  • Served as an advocate for special education students within the school system.
  • Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments.
  • Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
  • Employed cutting-edge teaching technologies to meet learning objectives and enhance student experience.
  • Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
  • Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.

Special Education Teacher

Francis Howell School District
Saint Charles, MO
07.1997 - 06.2023
  • Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
  • Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
  • Employed cutting-edge teaching technologies to meet learning objectives and enhance student experience.
  • Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
  • Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
  • Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
  • Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
  • Facilitated student operation of augmented communication devices.
  • Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments.
  • Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
  • Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
  • Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
  • Encouraged student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.
  • Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
  • Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.

Education

Master of Arts - Educational Technology

Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO
12.2020

Master of Arts - Education

Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO
06.2000

Bachelor of Arts - Special Education

University of Central Missouri

Skills

  • Learning style assessment
  • Individual Education Plans IEPs
  • In-depth knowledge of autism
  • Learning Style Assessments
  • Scheduling proficiency
  • Mastery of SPIRE Reading
  • Behavioral/cognitive skills development
  • Videoconferencing expertise
  • Curriculum planning
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Excellent Classroom Management
  • Google Classroom
  • Scheduling Proficiency
  • Curriculum Implantation
  • Learning Modalities
  • Student Assessments
  • Material Selection
  • Virtual Teaching

Affiliations

National Education Association, Phi Betta Kappa, Dean’s List

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Lutheran Special Education Ministries
07.2023 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Francis Howell School District
07.1997 - 06.2023

Master of Arts - Educational Technology

Lindenwood University

Master of Arts - Education

Lindenwood University

Bachelor of Arts - Special Education

University of Central Missouri
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