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Laurie Kirkendall

Deshler,OH

Summary

Friendly Intervention Specialist with exceptional knowledge of intervention strategies and client assessments. Adept at coordinating with educators and parents on a case-by-case basis and developing personalized treatment options involving educators and families.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

5-6 Intervention Specialist

Patrick Henry Middle School
08.2011 - Current
  • Developed individualized education plans to support diverse student needs.
  • Collaborated with teachers and parents to implement effective intervention strategies.
  • Conducted assessments to identify students' learning challenges and progress.
  • Facilitated small group instruction tailored to enhance academic performance.
  • Monitored student behavior and academic progress, adjusting interventions as necessary.
  • Established strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning atmosphere.
  • Built strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily activities.
  • Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development, enhancing academic growth for all participants.
  • Provided ongoing assessment of student progress, adjusting interventions as needed to optimize results.
  • Increased student engagement through the use of differentiated instruction tailored to individual learning needs.
  • Empowered students by teaching self-advocacy skills and promoting independence within the classroom setting.
  • Strengthened collaboration among general education teachers, special education staff, and related service providers through regular meetings and communication.

Intervention Specialist

Liberty Center
08.2008 - 05.2010
  • Developed individualized intervention plans to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated with educators to integrate behavioral strategies into classroom environments.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions based on data analysis and feedback.
  • Provided training and support to staff on effective intervention techniques and best practices.
  • Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, and specialists to ensure holistic support for students.
  • Developed and implemented crisis intervention strategies to support individuals in distress
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care plans

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education

Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH
05-2007

Skills

  • Cooperative teamwork
  • Specialized IEP development skills
  • Effective parent-teacher communication
  • Effective teamwork abilities
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Behavior modification
  • Inclusion practices
  • Social skills training
  • Emotional support
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Multitasking strength
  • Documentation
  • Continuous professional development
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Positive reinforcement methods
  • Motivating students
  • Classroom management

Accomplishments

  • Improved referral procedures, resulting in more students helped and better classroom environments.
  • Managed personal caseload of 15 students.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working

Interests

  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Gardening
  • Youth Development Programs
  • Volunteering
  • Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders

Timeline

5-6 Intervention Specialist

Patrick Henry Middle School
08.2011 - Current

Intervention Specialist

Liberty Center
08.2008 - 05.2010

Bachelor of Science - Education

Bowling Green State University

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