Lambrina Kealoha
Waipahu,Hawaii
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and organizational skills. Always committed to fostering positive learning environments and supporting diverse learners and known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Leilehua High School
Wahiawa, HI
2022 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance student support and intervention strategies.
- Implemented behavioral management techniques to foster positive classroom environments and improve student engagement.
- Analyzed student progress data to inform instructional adjustments and promote academic success.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Acted as designee for multiple IEP meetings.
General Education Teacher
Leilehua High School
Wahiawa, HI
2018 - 2022
- Provided clear, informative and engaging classroom instruction.
- Assigned lessons and corrected homework.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, adjusting instruction as needed for optimal understanding of material.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, enabling students to learn from mistakes and improve their performance.
- Developed and maintained effective record keeping system for tracking learner attendance, participation and progress.
- Reviewed course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvements.
- Maintained complete student records with accurate grades and attendance information.
- Assisted students in finding jobs in field by teaching job search techniques and imparting skills employers want to see in prospective candidates.
- Helped students develop lifelong skills to support vocational goals such as diligence, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.
- Promoted collaboration among students with group activities and peer review sessions, fostering teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Continually sought professional development opportunities to stay current in educational trends and research, ensuring high-quality instruction for all students.
Coordinator
Kaiser Permanente
Honolulu, HI
2016 - 2018
- Coordinated administrative functions, ensuring seamless office operations and support for team activities.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for meetings, enhancing communication across departments.
- Maintained a well-organized filing system to ensure easy access to important records and documents.
- Greeted visitors with professionalism and enthusiasm to provide support and direct guests to appropriate department.
- Coordinated large-scale events, ensuring smooth execution and positive attendee feedback.
- Assisted in preparation of presentation materials, contributing to successful client meetings and proposals.
- Organized spaces, materials and catering support for internal and client-focused meetings.
- Managed supervisor itinerary and appointments and streamlined scheduling procedures.
- Answered phone calls and responded to inquiries from customers, vendors and other external contacts.
Appointment Registration Clerk/Scheduling Coordinator
Kaiser Permanente
Honolulu, HI
2010 - 2016
- Managed patient registration processes utilizing electronic health record systems.
- Ensured accuracy of patient information by verifying data against identification documents.
- Coordinated with healthcare teams to streamline patient flow and reduce wait times.
- Resolved complex patient inquiries, enhancing service delivery and satisfaction rates.
- Provided training to new registration clerks on policies, procedures, and best practices for maintaining an efficient workflow within the department.
- Managed high call volumes while accurately scheduling appointments and directing calls to appropriate departments as needed.
- Operated standard office software applications to compile data and prepare information and correspondence.
- Supported diverse patient populations by effectively communicating with individuals of varying cultural backgrounds, language skills, or abilities.
- Provided backup to front desk to step in to assist with various tasks whenever employee was absent or at lunch.
- Coordinated daily schedules for 15 staff members, ensuring optimal coverage and productivity.
- Managed complex scheduling software, leading to reduction in double bookings and scheduling conflicts.
- Developed strong working relationships with management and executive team through effective scheduling and communication skills.
- Assisted patients with questions or concerns about their appointments, addressing any issues promptly and professionally.
- Served as a liaison between patients, clinical staff, and administrative personnel to facilitate optimal communication and coordination of care.
- Scheduled patient appointments, collected copays and verified insurance coverage to complete check-ins.
Education
Academic Subject Certificate in Hawaiian Music
Windward Community College
Honolulu, HI2025
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Science
Heald College
Honolulu, HI2003
Master of Science - Advanced Professional Certificate in Special Ed
Leeward Community College
Pearl City, HI2022
Master of Arts - Teacher Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ2020
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resource Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ2014
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Faculty collaboration
- Interpersonal communication
- Student recordkeeping
- Written communication
- Problem-solving
- Data collection
- Team collaboration
- Small group instruction
- Co-teaching experience
- Parent communication
- Social skills development
- Visual supports
- Progress evaluations
- Life skills instruction
- Positive role model
- IEP development
- Excellent communication
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Leilehua High School
2022 - Current
General Education Teacher
Leilehua High School
2018 - 2022
Coordinator
Kaiser Permanente
2016 - 2018
Appointment Registration Clerk/Scheduling Coordinator
Kaiser Permanente
2010 - 2016
Academic Subject Certificate in Hawaiian Music
Windward Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Science
Heald College
Master of Science - Advanced Professional Certificate in Special Ed
Leeward Community College
Master of Arts - Teacher Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resource Management
University of Phoenix