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McKenzie Carney

Bozeman,MT

Summary

Enthusiastic Special Education teacher of six years devoted to promoting personal growth in individuals with significant cognitive disabilities. Focused on empowering others and boosting self-confidence to help my students become as independent as possible.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Life Skills Teacher

Bozeman School District 7
08.2021 - Current
  • Worked with middle school students with a variety of high needs in areas of academics, communication, behavior and overall health.
  • Worked with a co-teacher, parents and the rest of the IEP team to write and implement effective and appropriate IEP goals.
  • Designed appropriate and modified curriculum for reading, writing, social skills, and life skills. .
  • Supported students in learning how to access their community and gain new experiences through community outings.

Special Education Teacher - ID

Des Moines Public Schools
08.2018 - 06.2021
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual disabilities including reading, writing, social skills, science, and social studies.
  • Collaborated with SLP's, ELL teachers, OT, PT, academic support, and behavior specialists to best support student grown.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.

Education

Master of Arts - Special Education

Morningside College
Sioux City, IA
12.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Luther College
Decorah, IA
07.2018

Skills

  • Relationship Building
  • Building Life Skills curriculum
  • Mentor for new Life Skills teachers
  • Behavioral Intervention
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Career Development

Certification

  • Montana State Teaching License
  • Iowa State Teaching License
  • Heartsaver CPR and First Aid
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention

Timeline

Life Skills Teacher

Bozeman School District 7
08.2021 - Current

Special Education Teacher - ID

Des Moines Public Schools
08.2018 - 06.2021

Master of Arts - Special Education

Morningside College

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Luther College
  • Montana State Teaching License
  • Iowa State Teaching License
  • Heartsaver CPR and First Aid
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
McKenzie Carney