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MCKENZI STANLEY

412 W. Main St. Hudson,MI

Summary

Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academic 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

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Resource Teacher

Pittsford Area Schools
08.2023 - Current

- Coordinated with general education teachers to modify curriculum materials, ensuring accessibility for all learners in an inclusive setting.

- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and IEP objectives to ensure compliance with federal regulations and school district policies.

- Taught students in self-contained and resource environments.

- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction tailored to individual needs.

- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and creating a safe learning environment where they could thrive academically and emotionally.

- Conducted comprehensive assessments, analyzed data, and monitored progress to inform instructional decisions and guide interventions.

- Provided ongoing communication with parents/guardians regarding students'' progress, goals, and achievements in a timely manner.

- Improved student behavior and social skills through implementation of positive reinforcement strategies and consistent classroom management techniques.

Academic Interventionist

Springfield Local Schools
09.2022 - 01.2023

- Developed activities and strategies for improvement of instruction and student performance.

- Evaluated the effectiveness of intervention programs through ongoing data analysis and made adjustments as needed.

- Organized regular communication with parents regarding student progress and improvement strategies.

- Served as a resource for teachers seeking guidance on how to better support their at-risk students academically.

- Planned and implemented Sonday I and Sonday II intervention lessons

Resource Room Special Education Teacher

Monroe Public Schools
08.2019 - 08.2022

- Worked with grades K-6 and collaborated between 8 different teachers

- Created and implemented Individualized Education Plans as well as Behavior Intervention Plans

- Conducted IEP meetings between administrators, staff and parents

- Collaborated between general education teachers, speech pathologists, physical therapists and occupational therapists to provide classroom accommodations and modifications

- Coordinated services between general education teachers and related service providers to ensure seamless support for all learners.

- Enhanced classroom management strategies to maintain an optimal learning environment for all students.

- Improved students'' reading comprehension skills by implementing targeted literacy interventions.

- Promoted a culture of inclusivity, ensuring all students had access to appropriate accommodations and modifications for success.

- Developed strong rapport with students, parents, and colleagues, contributing to a supportive school community.

Summer Learning Academy Interventionist

Monroe Public Schools
07.2019 - 08.2019

- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.

- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and promoting a positive learning environment.

- Conducted small group instruction focusing on specific skill areas using leveled literacy instruction, allowing for targeted remediation efforts within the classroom setting.

- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.

Reading Interventionist

Monroe Public Schools
05.2019 - 06.2019

- Supported the development of phonemic awareness and decoding skills through targeted activities, promoting fluent reading in struggling learners.

- Conducted one-on-one and small group sessions to provide targeted support, fostering a positive learning environment and boosting confidence in reading abilities.

- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.

Cross Categorical Intervention Specialist (K)

Toledo Public Schools
08.2017 - 05.2019

- Implemented and delivered a variety of engaging lessons

- Created and implemented Individualized Education Plans as well as Behavior Intervention Plans

- Collaborated with teachers, physical therapists, occupational therapist, school psychologists, administrators to ensure students needs

- Assessed comprehensive student growth including academic, social and personal skills

- Performed classroom benchmark assessments and used data to create guided reading and leveled math groups

- 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.

Cross Categorical Intervention Specialist (1-3)

Toledo Public Schools
08.2015 - 08.2017

- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.

- Progressed monitored students in relation to benchmark goals

- Wrote Individualized Education Plans and Behavioral Individualized Plans and held meetings

- Established trusting and friendly relationships with parents and colleagues.


Intervention Specialist

The LEAP Program
08.2014 - 06.2015

- Instructed students from Kindergarten - 6th grade (emotionally disturbed classroom)

- Instructed English, Math, Social Studies, Science, Art, Gym and Music

- Wrote and conducted Individualized Education Plans

- Created lesson plans that utilized group, individual, hands on and active instruction

- Provided a comfortable classroom environment that encouraged student involvement yet facilitated effective classroom management

Education

Bachelor of Special Education Grades K-12 - Mild/Moderate Disabilities

The University of Toledo
05.2014

Skills

  • - Exceptional organizational skills
  • - Data driven lessons
  • - Small group interventions
  • - Parent / teacher communication
  • - Collaboration with other colleagues
  • - Passion for teaching
  • - Data Collection
  • - Individualized Education Plans
  • - Behavior Intervention Plans
  • - Functional Behavior Assessments

Timeline

Special Education Resource Teacher

Pittsford Area Schools
08.2023 - Current

Academic Interventionist

Springfield Local Schools
09.2022 - 01.2023

Resource Room Special Education Teacher

Monroe Public Schools
08.2019 - 08.2022

Summer Learning Academy Interventionist

Monroe Public Schools
07.2019 - 08.2019

Reading Interventionist

Monroe Public Schools
05.2019 - 06.2019

Cross Categorical Intervention Specialist (K)

Toledo Public Schools
08.2017 - 05.2019

Cross Categorical Intervention Specialist (1-3)

Toledo Public Schools
08.2015 - 08.2017

Intervention Specialist

The LEAP Program
08.2014 - 06.2015

Bachelor of Special Education Grades K-12 - Mild/Moderate Disabilities

The University of Toledo
MCKENZI STANLEY