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Ruth Kibunja

Dracut,MA

Summary

Qualified teacher with solid background in Special Education, providing tailored instructional strategies for diverse learning needs. Successfully implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) to enhance student engagement and progress. Demonstrated expertise in behavior management and fostering inclusive classroom environments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Teacher

St. Anns Home and School
09.2022 - Current
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.

Teacher Assistant

St Anns Home and School
09.2021 - 09.2022
  • Responded to 10- 12 students needs and questions promptly.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks, and supplemental activities.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between activities by providing clear instructions and maintaining routines.

Frankur Home care services
01.2020 - 05.2021
  • Assisting clients with Daily chores
  • Cleaning and organizing clients living facilities
  • Working with families and other caregives to ensure clients programs are followed for their daily development
  • Assisting with transportations to shopping or medical appointments

Teacher

Teachers Service commission
01.2011 - 01.2020
  • Company Overview: Nairobi Kenya
  • Taught science courses using lab-based learning model to deepen subject mastery
  • Selected and requisitioned appropriate books and instructional material to complement lesson plans
  • Assessed and submitted class assignment, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance
  • Inspired academic success based on belief that all students can achieve excellence regardless of background
  • Nairobi Kenya
  • Proficiency: Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and database management
  • Certification: First Aid and CPR

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education; Biology and Chemistry

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
01.2010

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Classroom management
  • Individual education plans ieps
  • Small group instruction
  • Co-teaching experience
  • Lesson planning
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Data management
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Parent communication
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Behavior intervention plans
  • Trained in CPI
  • Literacy intervention
  • Behavior modifications
  • Student support
  • Conflict resolution techniques

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Certification

  • First Aid
  • CPR
  • Orton-Gillingham Classroom Educator (OGCE) - Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators.
  • Non Violence Crisis Intervention
  • 51A mandated reporter


Languages

Swahili
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

St. Anns Home and School
09.2022 - Current

Teacher Assistant

St Anns Home and School
09.2021 - 09.2022

Frankur Home care services
01.2020 - 05.2021

Teacher

Teachers Service commission
01.2011 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Science - Education; Biology and Chemistry

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

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