Kimberly Barnes
Granbury
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at the Federal Bureau of Prisons, adept in differentiated instruction and behavior management. Successfully developed and implemented Individual Education Plans, fostering resilience and academic growth in diverse student populations. Strong collaborator, effectively communicating with educators and families to enhance student outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Federal Bureau Of Prisons
Fort Worth
08.2024 - Current
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
- Maintained student records in accordance with BOP standards.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
Special Education Teacher
Federal Bureau Of Prisons
Texarkana
06.2021 - 08.2024
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Defined and communicated rules and enforced through approved disciplinary methods.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Instructed special education classes using evidence-based practices.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
- Delivered tutoring sessions to help students grasp complex concepts in one-on-one settings.
Special Education Teacher
Meridian Public School District
Meridian
10.2019 - 06.2021
- Enhanced students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills through hands-on activities.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
- Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Instructed special education classes using evidence-based practices.
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching Special Education
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS08-2021
Master of Arts - Higher Education Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH11-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Art History And Creative Writing
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA06-2012
Skills
- Behavior management
- Differentiated instruction
- Academic assessment
- Collaboration with educators
- Instructional design
- Resilience training
- Skills development
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Federal Bureau Of Prisons
08.2024 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Federal Bureau Of Prisons
06.2021 - 08.2024
Special Education Teacher
Meridian Public School District
10.2019 - 06.2021
Master of Arts - Teaching Special Education
Mississippi State University
Master of Arts - Higher Education Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Arts - Art History And Creative Writing
University of California, Riverside
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