Kimberly Snaza
Spokane,WA
Summary
I am skilled educator with strong expertise in special education. My previous experience shows that I am adept at developing tailored learning plans, employing effective instructional strategies, and fostering inclusive classroom environments. I am known for collaboration, adaptability, and delivering measurable results, am proficient in behavior management, individualized education plans, and student assessments. My passion for all students, especially in DI, allows me to provide a safe, loving, and caring environment where children can safely learn, play and grow both socially and academically.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator
Spokane School District
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction in various subjects.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted teachers in managing classrooms effectively by maintaining clear expectations, enforcing rules consistently, and reinforcing positive behavior choices.
- Improved student social skills through facilitating peer interactions, modeling appropriate behaviors, and promoting empathy among classmates.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive learning environment by addressing behavioral issues promptly and following established protocols.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of special education.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
Special Education Teacher/DI/Intermediate
Amergis Staffing
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Advocated for rights and needs of students with special education requirements, ensuring access to appropriate resources and accommodations.
- Integrated social skills training into curriculum, facilitating improved peer interactions and social integration.
- Conducted assessments to identify students' strengths and areas for improvement, informing instructional strategies.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet varied needs of students, enhancing educational accessibility.
- Collaborated with parents and other educators to develop comprehensive support plans, promoting student success.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive educational and emotional support for students.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
Special Education Teacher
Deer Park School District
08.2016 - 10.2017
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Improved reading comprehension among students with learning disabilities by designing and delivering targeted literacy activities.
- Reduced feelings of isolation among students with special needs by implementing inclusive classroom practices.
- Created culturally responsive classroom environment, acknowledging and celebrating diversity among students.
- Encouraged parent and guardian involvement in educational process, enhancing home-school connection and supporting student achievement.
- Developed and executed behavioral intervention plans, leading to decrease in disruptive behaviors and increase in classroom participation.
- Collaborated with parents and other educators to develop comprehensive support plans, promoting student success.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet varied needs of students, enhancing educational accessibility.
- Advocated for rights and needs of students with special education requirements, ensuring access to appropriate resources and accommodations.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
Special Education Teacher/Resource
Mead School District
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Streamlined classroom processes by integrating technology tools such as interactive whiteboards and assistive devices designed for students with disabilities.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Boosted student engagement in mathematics by introducing problem-solving activities that connected concepts to real-world situations.
- Conducted assessments to identify students' strengths and areas for improvement, informing instructional strategies.
- Improved reading comprehension among students with learning disabilities by designing and delivering targeted literacy activities.
- Created culturally responsive classroom environment, acknowledging and celebrating diversity among students.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet varied needs of students, enhancing educational accessibility.
- Enhanced students' understanding of complex topics by incorporating interactive technologies and hands-on learning experiences.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
General Education/Special Education Teacher
Spokane Virtual Learning
07.2013 - 07.2014
- Grand Funded position, one year only
- Taught K-1 grade General Education supplemental teacher and collaborated with brick-and-mortar classroom teacher
- Taught Special Education to K-8, performed all required duties of a Special Education Teacher in the state of Washington.
Education
Master's Degree - Special Education
Whitworth University
Spokane, WA01-2015
Bachelor's Degree - General Education
Whitworth University
Spokane, WA01-2013
No Degree - Speech And Language Pathology
Eastern Washington University
Spokane WA Campus2010
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans (IEP)
- Small group instruction
- Relationship building
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative teamwork
- Data management
- Inclusion strategies
- Group and individual instruction
- Motivating students
- Parent communication
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Instructional strategies
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavior intervention plans
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Literacy intervention
- Visual supports
- Curriculum adjustments
- Life skills instruction
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Assistive technology
- Emotional support
- Social skills training
- Social integration
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Mathematics intervention
- Sensory integration
- Motor skills development
- Community resource referrals
- IEP implementation
- Evidence-based assessment
- Competent in smartboard technology
- Personal hygiene support
- Autism spectrum
- MS office proficient
- Paraprofessional oversight
- IEP development
- Written communication
Timeline
Paraeducator
Spokane School District
09.2024 - 02.2025
Special Education Teacher/DI/Intermediate
Amergis Staffing
04.2024 - 06.2024
Special Education Teacher
Deer Park School District
08.2016 - 10.2017
Special Education Teacher/Resource
Mead School District
08.2015 - 08.2016
General Education/Special Education Teacher
Spokane Virtual Learning
07.2013 - 07.2014
Master's Degree - Special Education
Whitworth University
Bachelor's Degree - General Education
Whitworth University
No Degree - Speech And Language Pathology
Eastern Washington University
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