Kelsey Muno
Olympia,WA
Summary
Compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Shelton School District
Shelton, Washington
01.2018 - Current
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Instructed special education classes using evidence-based practices.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
- Administered and evaluated academic evaluation testing.
- Administered various assessment tools such as standardized tests and informal observations.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to special education topics such as autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Behavioral Aide
North Thurston Public Schools
Olympia, WA
09.2015 - 11.2017
- Supported classroom teachers in creating a positive learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to parents and school administrators on their academic performance.
- Assisted in developing behavior management plans that addressed the specific needs of each student.
- Facilitated group activities designed to promote communication, problem solving, self-advocacy and independent living skills among special needs students.
- Developed and implemented behavior plans to promote positive behaviors in students.
- Utilized data collection methods such as frequency counts, duration recording, and ABC charts to monitor student progress.
- Tracked data on individual student performance to measure progress towards established goals.
- Observed student behavior in order to assess their strengths and weaknesses in order to develop appropriate strategies for addressing any issues that arise.
- Performed crisis prevention and intervention duties as needed including physical restraint if necessary.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT09-2022
Bachelor of Science -
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA09-2016
Skills
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Differentiated Instruction
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Data Management
- Curriculum Adjustments
- Progress Evaluations
- Social Skills Development
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Shelton School District
01.2018 - Current
Behavioral Aide
North Thurston Public Schools
09.2015 - 11.2017
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science -
Central Washington University