Nancy Kenneally
Lewiston,ME
Summary
Special education professional with expertise in IEP development and classroom management. Demonstrates ability to create impactful lesson plans aligned with common core standards, fostering student progress and engagement. Advocates for students’ needs while effectively addressing behavioral challenges to maintain a positive learning environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School
08.2019 - Current
- Writes and implements IEP’s.
- Developed lesson plans and curriculum aligned with common core standards and individual IEP goals to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Provides direct instruction to students with special needs.
- Designed and implemented classroom activities and projects to promote student engagement and skill development.
- Addressed behavioral issues through intervention strategies in classroom settings.
- Engaged with parents to discuss student needs and concerns, fostering a collaborative support network.
Ed Tech III
Lewiston High School
03.2015 - 08.2019
- Created lesson plans and curriculum based on the common core standards and students' IEP goals.
- Supported students with special needs through individualized and group sessions to enhance learning outcomes.
- Advised classroom teacher on strategies to address students' needs and concerns, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Addressed behavioral issues in classroom settings.
- Created and implemented classroom activities and projects.
- Supported students during community outings for experiential learning.
- Coordinated logistics and activities for Special Olympics events, promoting inclusivity and community engagement.
Community Case Manager
The Progress Center
07.2014 - 03.2015
- Managed and addressed urgent crisis situations to provide immediate support.
- Identified and implemented support strategies aligned with personal visions of adults with developmental disabilities.
- Worked with the consumer and other individuals that the consumer identifies such as family, friends, and service providers in developing a person centered plan and then assisted with follow through on goals and objectives.
- Monitored services, collaborating with consumers and families to ensure satisfaction with support processes and outcomes.
- Reviewed and updated plans quarterly to align with consumer needs.
- Collaborated with Adult Protective Services to address safety concerns for consumers.
Education
B.A. - Speech-Communications, Theater
University of Maine at Presque Isle
MA - Business
Husson College
MS - Special Education
U Maine Orono
Skills
- IEP development
- Special needs assessment
- Lesson planning
- Behavior intervention
- Collaborative teaching
- Classroom management
- Student advocacy
Certification
- Maine Certification 282, grades 7-12
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School
08.2019 - Current
Ed Tech III
Lewiston High School
03.2015 - 08.2019
Community Case Manager
The Progress Center
07.2014 - 03.2015
B.A. - Speech-Communications, Theater
University of Maine at Presque Isle
MA - Business
Husson College
MS - Special Education
U Maine Orono