Kristine McDonald
West Jordan,UT
Summary
Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Granite School District
Salt Lake City, UT
09.2018 - Current
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Established positive relationships with students and their families.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Jordan School District
West Jordan, UT
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education Studies
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT08-2018
Weber State University
Ogden, UtahSkills
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Skills Development
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Social Skills Development
- Behavior Management/Plans
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Granite School District
09.2018 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Jordan School District
08.2016 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Education Studies
Western Governors University
Weber State University
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