Kendell Wright
Downers Grove,IL
Summary
Committed Special Education Resource Teacher and Case Manager with valuable experience in creating and implementing individualized education plans. Strengths include deep understanding of diverse learning needs, ability to foster inclusive classroom environments, and strong communication skills for effective collaboration with parents and school staff. Experience in driving improved student outcomes through personalized teaching strategies and resources.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Resource Teacher & Case Manager
Field Elementary School
Elmhurst, IL
08.2023 - Current
- Delivered small group lessons tailored to students' IEP objectives.
- Managed student caseloads, monitoring progress toward IEP benchmarks.
- Designed paraprofessional learning plans to ensure consistency in support.
- Facilitated communication with families regarding student development and IEP updates.
- Authored IEPs and academic reports to document evaluations and outcomes.
- Mentored special education resource teachers to enhance instructional practices.
- Collaborated with general education teachers in Professional Learning Communities to refine strategies.
- Contributed as a Building Leadership Team member for school improvement efforts.
Special Education Resource Teacher & Case Manager
Edison Elementary School
Elmhurst, IL
08.2014 - 06.2023
- Cultivated a collaborative culture among general and special education teachers for trust-building.
- Developed effective reading and math schedules in collaboration with certified staff and principal.
- Supervised paraprofessionals to support students with individualized education plans.
- Attained Wilson Reading System Level 1 Certification to improve instructional methods.
- Provided mentorship to a new special education resource teacher during onboarding.
- Participated as a member of the District Leadership Team to influence educational strategies.
Extended School Year Teacher
Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205
Elmhurst, IL
06.2014 - 06.2017
- Created positive learning environment for students aged three to five with developmental delays and emotional needs.
- Developed lesson plans tailored to support IEP goals for elementary students with diverse needs.
- Adapted teaching model from Madison Early Childhood Center to enhance familiarity in classroom setting.
- Established direct instruction stations alongside play-based centers to achieve IEP academic targets.
Third Grade Teacher
Field Elementary School
Elmhurst, IL
08.2008 - 06.2014
- Delivered quality instruction to diverse student levels in collaboration with third grade team.
- Designed flexible math groupings using student data to address varying learning needs.
- Achieved significant progress for third grade math students performing below grade level.
- Applied expertise in special education to implement various learning styles for academic success.
Summer School Writing Teacher
Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205
Elmhurst, IL
06.2009 - 06.2009
- Created writing class for grades 3-5 titled 'Publish Your Own Fictional Writing' for highly motivated students.
- Implemented focused mini-lessons based on six traits of writing to enhance skills.
- Utilized word processor for drafting and KidPix for designing illustrations.
- Facilitated professional publication of student stories through KidPub Press.
Education
Master of Arts - Learning Behavior Specialist I
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL06.2013
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Teacher Education Minor in Mathematics Grades 6-8
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL05.2008
Skills
- Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner
- IEP development
- Educational leadership
- Mentorship facilitation
- Positive behavior supports
- Effective communication
Certification
- Learning Behavior Specialist I
- Illinois Certificate Type 03: Elementary
- Middle School Endorsements: Mathematics, Social Science, Language Arts
References
- Heidi Thomas, Field Elementary Principal, hthomas@elmhurst205.org, Mobile: (847) 212-9682, Work: (630) 834-5313
- Katie Stachura, Marquardt School District 15 Director of Special Education, katherinestachura@gmail.com, Mobile: (708) 203-3934
- Jim Pluskota, Retired Edison Elementary Principal, jpluskota@yahoo.com, Mobile: (815) 412-4116
Timeline
Special Education Resource Teacher & Case Manager
Field Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
Special Education Resource Teacher & Case Manager
Edison Elementary School
08.2014 - 06.2023
Extended School Year Teacher
Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205
06.2014 - 06.2017
Summer School Writing Teacher
Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205
06.2009 - 06.2009
Third Grade Teacher
Field Elementary School
08.2008 - 06.2014
Master of Arts - Learning Behavior Specialist I
Northeastern Illinois University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Teacher Education Minor in Mathematics Grades 6-8
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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