Kerry Wolenski
Hudson,OH
Summary
Dedicated Intervention Specialist experienced in supporting diverse learning needs through differentiated instruction, co-teaching, inclusion support, and data-driven interventions. Skilled in progress monitoring, behavioral and executive functioning support, and implementing IEP accommodations to improve student achievement. Experienced in transition planning and collaborating with teachers, parents, and families to support student growth and success in supportive learning environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Intervention Specialist
Streetsboro City Schools
Streetsboro, OH
08.2021 - Current
- Manage large caseloads of students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), including lead meetings, write and monitor goals/objectives in ELA, mathematics, behavior, executive functioning, and transition planning.
- Co-teach 6th and 7th grade in both inclusion and resource setting -four years in ELA and one year in mathematics.
- Provide targeted academic, behavioral, social-emotional, executive functioning, and transition support through individualized, small group, and inclusion-based instruction designed to meet diverse student needs.
- Collaborate closely with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary educational teams to identify student strengths and areas for growth, implement goals and accommodations, monitor progress through ongoing data collection, and support student achievement.
- Administered and proctored state and district assessments, showing improved academic performance.
- Utilize evidence-based literacy interventions and instructional programs such as LETRS, DIBELS, Neuhaus Reading, CommonLit, Delta Math, Amplify, Big Ideas, and Pear Assessment.
Gymnastics Coach
Gym World Twinsburg
Twinsburg, OH
05.2014 - 07.2022
- Instructed and coached both competitive and recreational gymnastics athletes, developing students’ physical strength, coordination, stamina, confidence, teamwork, and self-discipline across a variety of skill levels.
- Designed, organized, and implemented training programs, while fostering teamwork and sportsmanship among gymnasts.
- Collaborated with coaching staff, team members, and parents to coordinate schedules, practices, competitions, curriculum planning, and special events while communicating student progress, performance, and areas for growth.
- Ensured safety protocols during training to ensure a secure environment for all participants.
Intervention Specialist/Substitute Teacher
Hudson City Schools
Hudson, OH
01.2013 - 05.2021
- Served in daily and long-term substitute teaching assignments across elementary, middle, and high school grade levels, subject areas, and instructional settings.
- Completed long-term assignments as an intervention specialist in Grades 1–3 and high school, both in-person and in virtual environments.
- Developed individualized education plans to address student learning needs and promote academic success, while adapting quickly to varying curriculum expectations, schedules, instructional styles, and student learning needs.
- Developed strong familiarity with district procedures, instructional technology platforms, and school-wide expectations through eight years of service, earning repeated requests based on trusted performance and positive referrals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Music Performance
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PAMaster of Arts - Reading Specialization
Kent State University
Kent, OH05-2023
Licensure - Special Education
Kent State University
Kent, OH12-2020
Skills
Athletic Faculty Manager
7th Grade Advisor
Timeline
Intervention Specialist
Streetsboro City Schools
08.2021 - Current
Gymnastics Coach
Gym World Twinsburg
05.2014 - 07.2022
Intervention Specialist/Substitute Teacher
Hudson City Schools
01.2013 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Music Performance
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Master of Arts - Reading Specialization
Kent State University
Licensure - Special Education
Kent State University