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Taryn Egerstrom

Lees Summit,MO

Summary

Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education – CWC Teacher

Bernard Campbell Middle School
08.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Differentiated instruction based on individual needs.

Special Education – Life Skills Teacher

Blue Valley West High School
08.2021 - 01.2022
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of improvement and adjust lessons accordingly for optimal student outcomes.


Special Education – Job Coach

Blue Valley Southwest High School
08.2020 - 01.2021
  • Supported students in career-based settings while promoting independence and working towards post-secondary goals.

Special Education Paraeducator – Intensive Resource

Blue Valley High School
08.2018 - 08.2020
  • Applied de-escalation strategies and positive reinforcement to decrease target behaviors
  • Collaborated with special education team to develop behavior plans, visual aids, and accommodations/modifications.

Education

Master of Arts - Teaching - Special Education -

Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS
05.2021

Bachelor of Science – Child and Family Development – Child Life -

Missouri State University
Springfield, MO
01.2018

Skills

  • Core Curriculum and Standards
  • Team Collaboration
  • Behavior Management
  • Co-Teaching and Co-Planning

Volunteer Experience

  • University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS, Child Life Specialist Volunteer – Pain Management Team, 08/01/17, 12/01/17, Provided children with developmentally appropriate activities that promote and develop proper rehabilitation and healthy coping skills
  • Red Cross War Memorial Hospital, Cape Town, South Africa, Child Life Specialist Volunteer – Pain Management Team, 07/01/17, Engaged patients from diverse backgrounds with nonverbal skills to reduce stress and fear in short and long term hospitalizations.

Timeline

Special Education – CWC Teacher

Bernard Campbell Middle School
08.2022 - Current

Special Education – Life Skills Teacher

Blue Valley West High School
08.2021 - 01.2022

Special Education – Job Coach

Blue Valley Southwest High School
08.2020 - 01.2021

Special Education Paraeducator – Intensive Resource

Blue Valley High School
08.2018 - 08.2020

Master of Arts - Teaching - Special Education -

Pittsburg State University

Bachelor of Science – Child and Family Development – Child Life -

Missouri State University
Taryn Egerstrom