Kendralyn Morley
Aptos,CA
Summary
Dynamic Resource Specialist Teacher with Pajaro Valley Unified School District, skilled in developing individualized education plans and fostering collaborative teaching environments. Expert in implementing interactive instructional techniques and effective parent-teacher communication, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes. Committed to providing emotional support and ensuring compliance with IEP goals for diverse learners.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Resource Specialist Teacher
Pajaro Valley Unified School District/Special Education Local Plan Area
08.2021 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to student needs
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance student support services
- Implemented instructional strategies that improved student engagement and learning outcomes
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on special education policies and practices
- Monitored student progress through assessments, ensuring compliance with IEP goals
- Provided guidance to families on available resources and support systems
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate various learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary unit plans, fostering cross-curricular connections for deeper understanding.
- Contributed actively in IEP meetings with parents, administrators, and support staff, collaborating on strategies that best supported each student''s unique needs.
- Analyzed data to refine educational strategies and improve service delivery
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services for students with disabilities.
Instructional Assistant for Moderate/Severe Needs Teacher
Pajaro Valley Unified School District/Special Education Local Plan Areas
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Supported individualized education plans by implementing tailored instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop engaging lesson materials and adaptive resources.
- Assisted in classroom management, fostering a positive learning environment for students with diverse needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to educators for continuous improvement of instructional methods.
- Facilitated communication between families and the school regarding student performance and support services.
- Led small group sessions to enhance students' academic skills and promote social interaction among peers.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a positive and focused learning environment.
- Mentored new instructional assistants, sharing best practices for effective student engagement techniques.
Education
Teaching Credential
California State University, Monterey Bay
Seaside, CA05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Childhood & Adolecent Development
San Jose State University
San Jose, California, CA06-2018
Skills
- Effective parent-teacher communication
- Emotional support
- Collaborative teaching
- Interactive instructional techniques
Accomplishments
PVUSD Red Apple Award Winner: The "Red Apple Award" is a recognition program honoring PVUSD staff who consistently exemplify the Board of Trustees' core values: excellence, integrity, resilience, empathy, unity, grace, courage, and/or faith.
Timeline
Resource Specialist Teacher
Pajaro Valley Unified School District/Special Education Local Plan Area
08.2021 - Current
Instructional Assistant for Moderate/Severe Needs Teacher
Pajaro Valley Unified School District/Special Education Local Plan Areas
08.2018 - 06.2021
Teaching Credential
California State University, Monterey Bay
Bachelor of Arts - Childhood & Adolecent Development
San Jose State University