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
2021.08 - 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
2018.08 - 2021.06
- 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, IA12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Luther College
Decorah, IA07.2018
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
2021.08 - Current
Special Education Teacher - ID
Des Moines Public Schools
2018.08 - 2021.06
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
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