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Krystal Follis

White Lake,MI

Summary


Versatile and dedicated long-term ASD substitute teacher with focus on individual needs of special education students. 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.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Long Term ASD Substitute Teacher

Edustaff - WLCSD
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed personalized learning plans for individual students, addressing their unique needs and abilities within an autism-focused classroom setting.
  • Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
  • Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Applied proven strategies to improve students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills.

Permanent Building Substitute Teacher

Edustall - WLCSD
11.2021 - 08.2023
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
  • Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Utilized technology tools such as interactive whiteboards and digital resources to enhance student engagement and understanding of course material.

Social Worker - Home Safety Visits

New Horizons For Children
06.2017 - 08.2021
  • Conducted home visits to assess family dynamics, providing guidance on effective communication strategies and conflict resolution techniques.
  • Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
  • Administered assessments to identify clients' needs.
  • Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
  • Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion.
  • Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
  • Conducted home visits to assess family dynamics, providing guidance on effective communication strategies and conflict resolution techniques.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI

Associate of Arts - Psychology

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ

Skills

  • Individualized Instruction
  • Play-Based Learning
  • Parent communications
  • Special Education
  • Teach Town instructor
  • Behavior Modifications
  • Behavior Intervention Plans
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Student Records Management
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Emotional Regulation Support
  • Child Development

Timeline

Long Term ASD Substitute Teacher

Edustaff - WLCSD
08.2023 - Current

Permanent Building Substitute Teacher

Edustall - WLCSD
11.2021 - 08.2023

Social Worker - Home Safety Visits

New Horizons For Children
06.2017 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Central Michigan University

Associate of Arts - Psychology

University of Phoenix

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