KIMBERLY KNODEL
Summary
Dedicated and innovative early childhood special education expert with 15+ years of experience. Skilled in various roles within the early childhood education field: teaching, teacher education, parent coaching, research, policy development, and consulting. Passionate about making a meaningful impact on the lives of children, families, and early childhood professionals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Instructor and Coordinator
JayCare
Philadelphia, PA
01.2023 - Current
- Conduct Developmental Behavior Assessments, assigning recommendations for services to eligible clients under Part C of IDEA.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams on the implementation of Part C of IDEA services
- Implemented Project Impact Parent Coaching model after selection by JayCare.
- Delivered Routines-Based Interventions in home visit settings to aid families.
Early Childhood Studies Program Director and Faculty
EDVance College
San Francisco, CA
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Formulated and implemented program policies for Early Childhood Studies as a co-founder of EDVance College.
- Organized weekly faculty meetings and professional development sessions.
- Created asynchronous and synchronous course topics in early childhood education, reflective practice, positive behavior support, and early intervention.
Student Teacher Fieldwork Supervisor and Lecturer
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Directed over 30 student teachers in practical experiences focused on infant/toddler and preschool special education.
- Taught fifteen undergraduate, graduate, and credential level courses
- Designed and led courses on inclusive child development, infant and toddler growth, and positive behavior support.
Early Interventionist
LifeSteps Foundation
San Francisco, CA, USA
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Provided comprehensive parent coaching through regular in-home sessions with children and their families.
- Created and provided professional development trainings to the Life Steps multidisciplinary team on the following topics: Applied Behavior Analysis, Social Emotional Development, Inclusive Education, and Stress and Coping
Research Assistant and Doctoral Student Intern
San Francisco State Universirty
San Francisco, CA
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Aided in the development and execution of initiatives like Too Small to Fail Social Emotional Parent Tip Sheet.
- Investigated various aspects of early childhood inclusivity as part of Project CIRCLE.
Regional Special Education Coordination
Department of Labor, Humanitas
Washington, DC
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Assisted with technical aspects of special education laws and procedures for coordinators in various states.
- Coordinated and hosted educational webinars.
Lead Special Education Coordinator
AppleTree Early Learning Public Charter School
Washington, DC, USA
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Elevated educational outcomes utilizing the Response to Intervention approach.
- Managed and wrote student Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
- Led student IEP meetings
- Promoted to lead Special Education Coordinator
- Guided faculty and administration on evidence-based strategies to assist all students.
- Designed and implemented sensory activity rooms as well as accommodation areas in three preschools.
Education
PhD - Special Education
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley05.2022
MA - Special Education
University of Nottingham
Nottingham, UKBA - Sociology and Education
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CATeaching Credential - Early Childhood Special Education
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CASkills
- Culturally Responsive Approaches
- Neuroaffirming Practices
- Assistive Technology Implementation
- Inclusive Practices
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Qualitative Research
- Effective Content Creation
- Teacher Training and Education
- Parent Coaching
- Effective Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Trauma-Informed Approach
- Organized and Detail Oriented
- Passionate and Motivated
Certification
- Teaching Credential in Early Childhood Special Education (CA)
- Autism Authorization
- Behavior Intervention Manager
- Kids Yoga Instructor
- English Language Learner Authorization
- Inclusion Specialist
- CPR and First Aid
Publications
- Knodel, K. (2022). The Role of Relational Resilience in Early Childhood Special Educators: A Phenomenological Study.
- Knodel, K. & Friesen, A (2021). It Takes a Village: Relational Resilience in Early Childhood Special Education. Division of Early Childhood (DEC) Conference.
- Coggins, C., Priven, S, & Knodel, K (2019). Self-Regulation and Co-Regulation in Early Childhood. Life Steps Foundation.
- Coggins, C. Proven, S. & Knodel, K. (2019). Assessment in Early Intervention. Life Steps Foundation.
- Coggins, C., Priven, S. & Knodel, K (2019). Inclusion in Early Intervention. Life Steps Foundation.
- Knodel, K. & Friesen, A (2017). Supporting Homeless Mothers: Exploring Factors that Promote Wellbeing and Parenting: California Council for Exceptional Children.
- Knodel, K. & Friesen, Roget, L. & Friesen, A (2017). Mindfulness to Support Learning for All Children. Inclusion Collaborative Conference.
- Coggins, C. Priven, S. & Knodel, K (2017). Early Childhood Mental Health and Wellbeing with Families. Life Steps Foundation.
- Knodel, K. & Friesen, A. (2016). Mindfulness in Early Childhood Settings: A Literature Review, Division of Early Childhood (DEC).
- Knodel, K. & Friesen, A (2016). Mitigating Toxic Stress in PreK Settings. Council for Exceptional Children (CEC).
Timeline
Special Instructor and Coordinator
JayCare
01.2023 - Current
Early Childhood Studies Program Director and Faculty
EDVance College
01.2018 - 01.2022
Research Assistant and Doctoral Student Intern
San Francisco State Universirty
01.2016 - 01.2020
Student Teacher Fieldwork Supervisor and Lecturer
San Francisco State University
01.2016 - 01.2022
Early Interventionist
LifeSteps Foundation
01.2016 - 01.2022
Regional Special Education Coordination
Department of Labor, Humanitas
01.2014 - 01.2016
Lead Special Education Coordinator
AppleTree Early Learning Public Charter School
01.2012 - 01.2014
Teaching Credential - Early Childhood Special Education
California State University, Fullerton
PhD - Special Education
University of California, Berkeley
MA - Special Education
University of Nottingham
BA - Sociology and Education
University of California, Los Angeles