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Kenneth Wahlstrom

Lady Lake

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Wautoma Area School District, specializing in individualized instruction and behavior management. Successfully developed tailored learning plans and fostered strong parent communication, enhancing student engagement and progress. Committed to collaborative teaching, advocating for students with diverse needs, and implementing effective assessment strategies.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Tutor

Children's Long Term Support Waushara County
Wautoma
05.2024 - 01.2025
  • Provided individualized tutoring sessions for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Developed tailored lesson plans to enhance student engagement and understanding.
  • Collaborated with families to address educational challenges and support student progress.

Special Education Teacher

Wautoma Area School District
Wautoma
08.1996 - 05.2024
  • Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
  • Collaborated with teachers to adapt curriculum materials for special education students.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to support student engagement and learning.
  • Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and learning outcomes.
  • Facilitated communication between parents and school staff regarding student needs.
  • Advocated for resources and support services for special education programs in the district.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
  • Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
  • Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
  • Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
  • Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
  • Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
  • Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
  • Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
  • Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
  • Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
  • Established positive relationships with students and their families.
  • Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
  • Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
  • Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.

Education

Master of Science - Special Education

University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI
12-2016

Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences

University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI
12-1992

Skills

  • Individualized instruction
  • Assessment strategies
  • Behavior management
  • Learning plan creation
  • Parent communication
  • Collaborative teaching

Certification

  • 1830 Emotional Behavioral Disabilities PK -12
  • 1811 Specific Learning Disabilities PK - 12

Timeline

Tutor

Children's Long Term Support Waushara County
05.2024 - 01.2025

Special Education Teacher

Wautoma Area School District
08.1996 - 05.2024

Master of Science - Special Education

University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh

Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences

University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point