Michelle Clounch
Chanute
Summary
Versatile and dedicated Special Education Teacher with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Grade Special Education Teacher
Chanute Elementary School, ANW Interlocal 603
Chanute, KS
08.2019 - Current
- Taught specific reading, mathematics, and social emotional skills to 2nd grade students with special needs to fill in the areas they are lacking
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaboratively worked with general education teachers to help meet the needs of our students
- Provided support to students in their general education classrooms to help with their academic and social emotional skills
- Developed IEP goals for students with special needs to help them meet their needs
4th Grade Special Education Teacher
Chanute Elementary School, ANW Interlocal 603
Chanute, KS
01.2016 - 05.2019
- Taught specific reading, mathematics, and social emotional skills to 4th grade students with special needs to fill in the areas they are lacking
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaboratively worked with general education teachers to help meet the needs of our students
- Provided support to students in their general education classrooms to help with their academic and social emotional skills
- Developed IEP goals for students with special needs to help them meet their goals.
Substitute Teacher
USD 413 Chanute Schools
Chanute, KS
08.2008 - 12.2015
- Taught in general education and special education classrooms in grades Pre-K thru 8th
- Taught lessons to students that were provided by classroom teachers
- Participated in school activities such as field trips, assemblies, and field days.
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
St. Patrick’s Catholic School
Chanute, KS
08.2005 - 05.2008
- Taught all academics to 5th grade students
- Created lesson plans
- Collaborated with other teachers within the Diocese throughout the school year.
Middle School Special Education Teacher
Royster Middle School, ANW Interlocal 603
Chanute, KS
08.2002 - 05.2003
- Taught academics skills to middle school students with special needs to fill in the areas they are lacking
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaboratively worked with general education teachers to help meet the needs of our students
- Provided support to students in their general education classrooms to help with their academic and social emotional skills
- Developed IEP goals for students with special needs to help them meet their goals.
Middle School Math Teacher
Roosevelt Middle School, USD 445
Coffeyville, KS
08.1997 - 05.2000
- Taught mathematics to 6th – 8th grade students
- Supervised school dances and field trips
- Collaborated with fellow mathematics' teachers on curriculum.
Middle School Math Teacher
Troy Middle School, USD 429
Troy, KS
01.1996 - 05.1997
- Taught 6th thru 9th grade mathematics
- Taught Spanish, English, and P.E
- Sponsored Knowledge Bowl and Cheerleading
- Assistant Basketball Coach.
Education
Master’s in Special Education (High Incidence) -
Fort Hays State University
10.2023
Bachelor’s of Science Degree -
Emporia State University
05.1995
Middle School Math Certification -
Emporia State University
05.1995
Associates of Science Degree -
Neosho County Community College
05.1992
Skills
- Goal writer
- Team player
- Technology savvy
- Mentor to new staff
Timeline
2nd Grade Special Education Teacher
Chanute Elementary School, ANW Interlocal 603
08.2019 - Current
4th Grade Special Education Teacher
Chanute Elementary School, ANW Interlocal 603
01.2016 - 05.2019
Substitute Teacher
USD 413 Chanute Schools
08.2008 - 12.2015
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
St. Patrick’s Catholic School
08.2005 - 05.2008
Middle School Special Education Teacher
Royster Middle School, ANW Interlocal 603
08.2002 - 05.2003
Middle School Math Teacher
Roosevelt Middle School, USD 445
08.1997 - 05.2000
Middle School Math Teacher
Troy Middle School, USD 429
01.1996 - 05.1997
Master’s in Special Education (High Incidence) -
Fort Hays State University
Bachelor’s of Science Degree -
Emporia State University
Middle School Math Certification -
Emporia State University
Associates of Science Degree -
Neosho County Community College