Lisha Kuhns
Hamburg,PA
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher-Autism- 4th-12+ Grade
Hogan Learning Academy
04.2014 - Current
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
Special Education Teacher-Autism-4th-6th Grade
New Story
02.2009 - 04.2014
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
Teacher of Students With Visual Impairments
Lincoln Intermediate Unit
12.2004 - 06.2007
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating multi-sensory techniques and adaptive strategies.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and specialists to create a supportive learning environment for each student.
- Implemented Braille instruction to increase literacy skills among students with visual impairments.
- Utilized assistive technology tools to enhance access to educational materials and resources for visually impaired students.
Professional Semester-Vision Impaired
CAIU Intermediate Unit
11.2003 - 12.2003
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Student Teacher, Grade 1
Muhlenberg School District
09.2003 - 10.2003
- Achieved higher student participation by implementing interactive group activities and peer evaluations.
- Developed and implemented a differentiated curriculum to accommodate various learning styles within the classroom.
- Improved students'' reading comprehension with targeted literacy interventions and guided reading sessions.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering supportive relationships among students, parents, and colleagues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education-N-12
Alvernia University
Reading, PA07.2011
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Visual Imp
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA12.2004
Skills
- Behavior Modifications
- Skills Development
- Student Records Management
- Instructional Strategies
- Social Skills Development
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
Certification
Level II teaching certificate
Registered behavior technician trained
CPR trained
Safety care trained
Affiliations
- running
- hiking
- biking
- spend time with husband, 4 kids and dog
- coaching-track, cross country
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher-Autism- 4th-12+ Grade
Hogan Learning Academy
04.2014 - Current
Special Education Teacher-Autism-4th-6th Grade
New Story
02.2009 - 04.2014
Teacher of Students With Visual Impairments
Lincoln Intermediate Unit
12.2004 - 06.2007
Professional Semester-Vision Impaired
CAIU Intermediate Unit
11.2003 - 12.2003
Student Teacher, Grade 1
Muhlenberg School District
09.2003 - 10.2003
Bachelor of Science - Special Education-N-12
Alvernia University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Visual Imp
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Level II teaching certificate
Registered behavior technician trained
CPR trained
Safety care trained
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