Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Peggy Kennel

Ragland,AL

Summary

Dedicated special education professional with a proven track record at Pell City School System, enhancing student learning through individualized support and effective IEP implementation. Skilled in emotional support and instructional adaptation, fostering an inclusive environment that promotes social skills development and academic success. Committed to empowering students to achieve their fullest potential.

Educational professional prepared to contribute effectively to special education team. Proven background in creating supportive and adaptive learning environments tailored to students with diverse needs. Known for fostering collaborative relationships with staff and ensuring consistent, positive outcomes for students. Expertise includes individualized instruction and behavior intervention.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraeducator, Special Education

Pell City School System
06.2022 - Current

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  • Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
  • Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and accommodations for special education students.
  • Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
  • Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
  • Responded proactively to emerging challenges by adapting instructional strategies as needed, ensuring continuous progress toward established goals for each student''s academic success and personal growth.
  • Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
  • Provided necessary accommodations for testing situations, ensuring fair opportunities for all students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills.

Special Education Paraprofessional

SPUR
04.2018 - 08.2022
  • Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
  • Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
  • Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
  • Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
  • Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
  • Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
  • Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
  • Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.

Early Head Start Teacher

Gadsden Head Start Program
10.2012 - 08.2018
  • Provided ongoing professional development for staff members by leading workshops on best practices in early childhood education settings.
  • Improved student literacy rates by implementing engaging reading activities and strategies.
  • Enhanced parent-teacher communication through regular updates on student progress and collaborative problem-solving approaches.
  • Supported diverse learners by differentiating instruction to meet individual needs and abilities.
  • Promoted creativity through imaginative play activities that encouraged expression of thoughts and feelings in a supportive setting.
  • Assessed student progress regularly using various assessment tools and adjusted instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
  • Increased students'' social-emotional development with age-appropriate activities focusing on empathy, self-regulation, and cooperation.

Education

No Degree - Early Childhood Education

Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL

No Degree - Work Keys

Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL
03-2023

Skills

  • Educational assistance
  • Emotional support
  • Data collection
  • Motor skills development
  • Mathematics assistance
  • Social skills development
  • Teaching support
  • Instructional adaptation
  • Literacy support
  • Learning strategies
  • Special education
  • IEP implementation
  • Teaching and instruction

Timeline

Paraeducator, Special Education

Pell City School System
06.2022 - Current

Special Education Paraprofessional

SPUR
04.2018 - 08.2022

Early Head Start Teacher

Gadsden Head Start Program
10.2012 - 08.2018

No Degree - Early Childhood Education

Gadsden State Community College

No Degree - Work Keys

Gadsden State Community College
Peggy Kennel