Wendy Seymour
Andover,KS
Summary
Accomplished Director of Behavioral Services at KETCH, adept in behavior management and effective communication. Leveraged expertise in helping students with special needs and team mentorship to enhance learning outcomes and foster high-performing teams. Demonstrated success in multidisciplinary collaboration and motivational strategies, significantly improving student and staff development.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Butler County Special Education Interlocal
08.2017 - Current
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, and faculty members.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Facilitated communication between general education and special education staff, promoting effective collaboration on behalf of students'' best interests.
- Assisted in the administration of standardized testing, ensuring accurate assessment of student performance levels.
- Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
Director of Behavioral Services
KETCH
07.2002 - 02.2017
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Developed and implemented training for KETCH personnel and persons served.
- Facilitated the Human Rights Committee.
- Co-taught Dialectical Behavioral Therapy with a licensed counselor form the Mental Health Association.
- Consulted on challenging behaviors of persons served.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Human Services
Buena Vista University
Storm Lake, IA05.2002
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Effective Communication
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Data Collection
- Computer Skills
- Group and individual instruction
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Butler County Special Education Interlocal
08.2017 - Current
Director of Behavioral Services
KETCH
07.2002 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Human Services
Buena Vista University
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