Lelani Kuhn
Valley Head
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Nassau County School Board, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Enhanced student engagement through differentiated instruction and collaborative lesson planning, fostering a supportive environment. Committed to student success, utilizing critical thinking to assess performance and implement effective learning strategies.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Nassau CountySchool Board
08.2004 - 05.2008
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Assisted in the administration of standardized testing, ensuring accurate assessment of student performance levels.
- Provided feedback to teachers on student progress, aiding in adjustment of teaching strategies.
- Facilitated small group tutoring sessions for students struggling in math and reading.
Teacher
Nassau County School Board
08.2008 - 05.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL12-2008
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
American College of Education
Indiana02-2015
Timeline
Teacher
Nassau County School Board
08.2008 - 05.2023
Paraprofessional
Nassau CountySchool Board
08.2004 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of North Florida
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
American College of Education
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum implementation
- Student assessment
- Small group instruction
- Learning strategies
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