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Korry Allen

Knoxville,TN

Summary

Certified Special Education Teacher with focus on individual needs of students with special education services. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Knox County School System
07.2019 - Current
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress. As well as collaborating with TDOE contact, TRIAD for intensive behavior modification training.
  • 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.

Special Education Teacher

Bibb County Board Of Education
08.2011 - 05.2019
  • 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.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.

Special Education Teacher

Valdosta City Schools
03.2009 - 05.2011
  • 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.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • 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.

Education

Master of Arts - Curriculum Design For Low Incidence Disabilities

Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA
12.2009

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood And Special Education

Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA
05.2008

Skills

  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Classroom Management
  • Individual Education Plans IEPs
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Data Management
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Motivating students
  • Parent Communication
  • Behavior Intervention Plans
  • TCI certified
  • Mentor Teacher

Accomplishments

Teacher of the Year 2015

Teacher of the Year 2021

Special Education role on Leadership Team

Stege 3 teacher/ mentoring new teachers

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Knox County School System
07.2019 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Bibb County Board Of Education
08.2011 - 05.2019

Special Education Teacher

Valdosta City Schools
03.2009 - 05.2011

Master of Arts - Curriculum Design For Low Incidence Disabilities

Valdosta State University

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood And Special Education

Valdosta State University

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