Vesta Kinsey
Deerfield Beach,FL
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
ESE Support Facilitator
Broward County School Board
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
Intensive Reading Teacher
Broward County Schools
08.2007 - 06.2021
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Supervised small reading groups of students.
- Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students.
- Provided tutoring and after school assistance to students requiring additional help with reading.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Broward County School Board
10.1997 - 08.2007
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
Education
Master of Science - Varying Exceptionalities
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL05.1997
Skills
- Life Skills Development
- Instructional Techniques
- Emotional Support
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- IEP Support
- Educational Strategies
Accomplishments
· A motivated, high-energy educator with a track record for fostering student creativity and responsibility while enhancing learning.
· Develop excellent rapport with individuals at all levels - strong interpersonal skills.
· Proved administrator and leader.
· Bilingual, Creole and English.
Timeline
ESE Support Facilitator
Broward County School Board
08.2022 - Current
Intensive Reading Teacher
Broward County Schools
08.2007 - 06.2021
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Broward County School Board
10.1997 - 08.2007
Master of Science - Varying Exceptionalities
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Nova Southeastern University
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