Kelsey Busch
Williston,ND
Summary
Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion with a 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.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Learning Disabilities Teacher
Wilmac
08.2022 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
Self Contained Special Education Teacher
Wilmac
04.2016 - 05.2022
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Minot State University
Minot, ND08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Minot State University
Minot, ND05.2016
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Small Group Instruction
- Trained in CPI
- American Sign Language
- Team Collaboration
- Parent Communication
- Mathematics Intervention
Affiliations
- ND CEC
Timeline
Learning Disabilities Teacher
Wilmac
08.2022 - Current
Self Contained Special Education Teacher
Wilmac
04.2016 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Special Education
Minot State University
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Minot State University
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