Kenya Thompson
Educator
Garland,TX
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons and catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional academic achievement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Garland Independent School District - Armstrong
12.2022 - Current
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
Student Teacher
Plano Independent School District - Plano East High School
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Registered Behavior Technician
Behavioral Transformations
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Promoted positive interactions with children with ADHD, Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication, and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
- Used central reach to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
- Provided parent training on ABA techniques to support consistency in care across home, school, and community settings.
- Assessed patient progress and reported changes to supervising BCBA.
Lead Teacher/Lead Registered Behavior Technician
Pediatrics Plus
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Increased client independence through the teaching of daily living skills such as self-care routines, meal preparation, and household chores.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
Substitute Teacher
Prosper Independent School District
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
Preschool Teacher
Primrose School Of Plano At Deerfield
05.2014 - 08.2016
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Zone Leader
Alphabest
05.2013 - 05.2014
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing expertise and providing guidance on effective teaching strategies.
- Provided individual and group teaching to a vast amount of students to motivate and instill enthusiasm for learning.
- Prepared after-school enrichment activities for children to encourage student participation.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX 01.2017 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Collin County Community College District
Plano, TX 01.2013 - 12.2017
High School Diploma -
New Kent High School
New Kent, VA 09.2010 - 05.2013
Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Disability assessment testing
Team Collaboration
Trained in CPI
Multitasking
Problem-solving aptitude
Differentiated Instruction
Organizational Skills
Organizational Skills
Parent Communication
Time Management
Autism Spectrum Knowledge
Social Skills Development
Behavior Intervention Plans
Certification
Core Subjects EC-6th
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Garland Independent School District - Armstrong
12.2022 - Current
Student Teacher
Plano Independent School District - Plano East High School
08.2022 - 12.2022
Registered Behavior Technician
Behavioral Transformations
07.2021 - 07.2022
Lead Teacher/Lead Registered Behavior Technician
Pediatrics Plus
08.2018 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Education
Texas Woman's University
01.2017 - 01.2022
Substitute Teacher
Prosper Independent School District
08.2016 - 08.2018
Preschool Teacher
Primrose School Of Plano At Deerfield
05.2014 - 08.2016
Zone Leader
Alphabest
05.2013 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Collin County Community College District
01.2013 - 12.2017
High School Diploma -
New Kent High School
09.2010 - 05.2013