Trevor Kilpatrick
Kansas City,MO
Summary
I am a patient and compassionate Special Education Teacher with experience in devising and implementing effective special education strategies. I am skilled in developing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), behavioral management techniques, and adaptive learning strategies. I am experienced at individualizing instruction based on students' needs and interests. I have a strong background in creating positive learning environments, fostering parent-teacher relationships, and managing Individualized Education Programs (IEP) to support student success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Park Hill School District
Kansas City, Missouri
12.2016 - Current
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
- Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
- Developed individual educational plans designed to promote academic, physical and social development.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
Preschool Teacher
St. Therese Early Education Center
Kansas City, Missouri
08.2006 - 12.2013
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.
- Maintained records of attendance, grades, health concerns, and other relevant information about the children in my care.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
Education
EDs - Education Diagnostician
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO05-2025
Master of Science - Special Education
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO01-2017
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood And Elementary Education
Missouri Western State University
Saint Joseph, MO12-2016
Skills
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Functional behavior assessment
- Excellent classroom management
- Social skills development
- Behavior modification
- Motivating students
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Visual supports
- Leadership and Team Collaboration
- Teaching Assistant Oversight
- Academic Testing
Affiliations
- Co-Chair for Prism (Park Hill Employee Resource Group)
- Leadership Team @ Southeast
- DEIB @ Southeast
- NEA Executive Team Treasure
- NEA Building Representative @ Southeast
- MNEA Board of Directors
- MNEA Co-Chair for SOGIE
Accomplishments
- 3 Star awards within Park Hill
Certification
- Early Childhood Education
- Early Childhood Special Education
- Elementary Education
- K-12 Mild-Moderate Cross Categorical
- School Psychological Examiner
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Park Hill School District
12.2016 - Current
Preschool Teacher
St. Therese Early Education Center
08.2006 - 12.2013
EDs - Education Diagnostician
Northwest Missouri State University
Master of Science - Special Education
Northwest Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood And Elementary Education
Missouri Western State University
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