Hi, I’m
Mackenzie Blankenship
Elizabethton,TN
Summary
Motivated Special Education Teacher with a passion for providing targeted support to students with disabilities. Seeking an opportunity to utilize expertise in conducting assessments, developing and implementing intervention strategies, and monitoring student progress to facilitate academic growth. Eager to join a collaborative team to leverage skills and foster strong partnerships with colleagues, parents, and community resources in meeting the diverse needs of students and promoting their overall success.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Carter County Schools
Resource Special Education Teacher
08.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
Carter County Schools
Resource Special Education Teacher
08.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
Sullivan County Schools
Resource Special Education Teacher
07.2023 - 07.2024
Job overview
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with diverse learning needs
- Collaborated with general education teachers to modify curriculum and provide accommodations for students with special needs
- Conducted assessments to identify students' strengths and challenges, and utilized data to inform instruction
- Facilitated small group instruction and provided targeted interventions to support students' academic and social-emotional growth
- Provided ongoing support and communication to parents/guardians to foster a collaborative relationship in supporting student learning and development
- Supported students in developing self-advocacy skills and accessing appropriate resources and supports within the school community
- Piloted a full-inclusion instruction model collaborating with colleagues in the general education setting
- Utilized technology and online resources to facilitate virtual learning sessions for homebound students
Carter County Schools
Resource Special Education Teacher
07.2019 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Developed and implemented Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students with diverse learning needs in accordance with state regulations and guidelines
- Collaborated with classroom teachers and support staff to facilitate accommodations and modifications to help students succeed in the general education setting
- Utilized a variety of instructional strategies and resources to address student learning goals and promote academic progress
- Conducted assessments and progress monitoring to evaluate student growth and adjust interventions as needed
- Provided ongoing support and communication to parents/guardians to foster a collaborative relationship in supporting student learning and development
- Served as the head girls' basketball coach for 3 years working with athletes in grades 5th through 8th
- Led initiatives on the school leadership team to promote a positive school culture, including organizing student events and coordinating communication efforts
- Served as a certified Niswonger Tutor for the 2022-2023 school year
- Selected to represent Carter County Special Education at the Title I Conference / Parent Communication Presentation
Education
Union CollegeBarbourville, KY
Master of Arts from Educational Leadership
08-2024
University Overview
- 4.0 GPA
Lees-McRae CollegeBanner Elk, NC
Bachelor of Science from Special Education
05.2019
University Overview
- Cum Laude Graduate
- 150 special education internship hours in various school systems
- 16 weeks of student teaching at Banner Elk Elementary
- National College Athletic Honors Society
- NCAA Division II Conference Carolinas Presidential Honor Roll (all five years)
- Academic All-conference Team 2019
- Sole recipient of the Special Education Department Award
Happy Valley High SchoolElizabethton, TN
High School Diploma
05.2014
University Overview
- National Honors Society
- Varsity basketball player all four years
- Bingo Buddies Special Education Club member
Skills
- Effective communication
- Tailored teaching methods
- Facilitating IEP development and implementation
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Performance data analysis
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Empathy and Patience
- Cultural Competence
- Technology Integration
- Motivating students
- Team collaboration
- Inclusion strategies
Accomplishments
- Certificate of Attendance: Statewide Transition Academy-The Power of Self-Advocacy-Empowering Youth To Take the Lead 2025 (7 hours)
- Certificate of Completion: Early Reading Training: Course 1 2022 (30 hours)
- Certificate of Achievement: Carter County Special Education Back to Basics 2020-2021 (40 hours)
- Certificate of Completion: IEP Monitoring 2024 (2 hours)
- Certificate of Attendance: Bridge Crew Meetings 2023-2024 (7 hours)
- Certificate of Attendance: Test Security and Best Practice 2024 (2 hours)
- Certificate of Completion: Dyslexia Training 2023 (3 hours)
- Certificate of Achievement: Selected to represent Carter County Schools Special Education at the Title I Conference for a presentation on Parent Communication
Timeline
Resource Special Education Teacher
Carter County Schools
08.2024 - Current
Resource Special Education Teacher
Carter County Schools
08.2024 - Current
Resource Special Education Teacher
Sullivan County Schools
07.2023 - 07.2024
Resource Special Education Teacher
Carter County Schools
07.2019 - 05.2023
Union College
Master of Arts from Educational Leadership
Lees-McRae College
Bachelor of Science from Special Education
Happy Valley High School
High School Diploma
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