Kendall Himebauch
La Salle
Summary
Reliable young professional who is enthusiastically pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to a growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teaching Intern- 4-5th Grade Resource / Self-Contained Rooms
Three Fires Elementary
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Utilized data-driven instruction to inform lesson planning and ensure progress toward student learning goals.
- Contributed to the development of curriculum materials that were both rigorous and relevant to student interests.
- Handled clerical duties such as typing, filing, copying and preparing instructional material for students.
- Assisted in the preparation and execution of school-wide events, promoting a sense of community within the school.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Collaborated with fellow interns and experienced teachers to develop effective strategies for classroom management.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices for teaching and learning.
- Assessed student progress regularly, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to best support individual learners.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Student Library Assistant
Michigan State Main Library Circulation Desk
06.2022 - 04.2024
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere by maintaining clean, safe, and inviting spaces within the library premises.
- Enhanced patron experience by providing efficient and courteous customer service at the circulation desk.
- Maintained a well-organized collection through diligent shelving, shelf-reading, and inventory management tasks.
- Processed library card applications and maintained patron records with accurate contact information.
- Ensured timely access to resources by efficiently processing incoming books, periodicals, and multimedia items.
- Served as a reliable point of contact for patrons needing technical support with computers, printers, or other equipment.
- Collected fees, fines and donations for balanced library finances.
Elementary Education Teaching Intern- 4th Grade
Three Fires Elementary
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted classroom teacher with grading projects, homework and assignments.
- Provided individualized support for struggling students, helping them achieve academic success.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices for teaching and learning.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
Field Placement
Bath Elementary
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed and delivered comprehensive whole-class and small group lessons in mathematics, literacy, social studies, and science for a 1st grade general education classroom
- Observed and applied daily behavior management techniques
- Tailored instruction to meet the diverse needs of students though differentiation strategies
- Developed and maintained meaningful relationships with students.
Volunteer
MSU Student Council for Exceptional Children
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Teaching Intern
Haslett Community Schools
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Successfully fulfilled internship requirements for a minor in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
- Conducted observations and delivered tailored instruction for multilingual learners in grades K-12
- Facilitated student readiness for WIDA language test.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Assistant Teacher
Gilden Woods Early Childcare and Preschool
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lessons, promoting interdisciplinary learning among students.
Teaching Intern
Willow Elementary
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment for all.
- Implemented creative teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles and maximize student engagement.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
Direct Support Professional
Assured Health Services
04.2020 - 08.2020
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education - Learning Disabilities
Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan05.2023
Skills
- Customer Support
- Client documentation
- Decision-making support
- Appointment Scheduling
- Materials Creation (presentations, surveys, correspondence)
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point
- Google Docs, Sheets, Slides
- Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline oriented setting
- Highly developed communication abilities
Certification
- Michigan Elementary Standard Certificate, 04/2024
- K-12 Learning Disabilities, 04/2024
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid / CPR, 01/2024-01/2026
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI), 02/2024
Timeline
Special Education Teaching Intern- 4-5th Grade Resource / Self-Contained Rooms
Three Fires Elementary
01.2024 - 04.2024
Elementary Education Teaching Intern- 4th Grade
Three Fires Elementary
09.2023 - 12.2023
Field Placement
Bath Elementary
10.2022 - 05.2023
Volunteer
MSU Student Council for Exceptional Children
09.2022 - 05.2023
Student Library Assistant
Michigan State Main Library Circulation Desk
06.2022 - 04.2024
Teaching Intern
Haslett Community Schools
05.2022 - 06.2022
Assistant Teacher
Gilden Woods Early Childcare and Preschool
01.2022 - 04.2022
Teaching Intern
Willow Elementary
11.2021 - 12.2021
Direct Support Professional
Assured Health Services
04.2020 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education - Learning Disabilities
Michigan State University
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