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Kathleen Heider

Southaven

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

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Teaching Assistant

Desoto County Schools
08.2020 - Current
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
  • Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organized books, and materials.
  • Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Served as a mentor to new teaching assistants, providing guidance on effective strategies for classroom management and instruction.
  • Designed and implemented engaging classroom activities, resulting in higher student interest and motivation.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
  • Increased class participation by creating positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere.
  • Assisted in organization of school events, enhancing school community and student experience.

Special Education Assistant

Hillsboro School District
02.2015 - 08.2020
  • Kept learning environments focused, inclusive and supportive at all times.
  • Maintained student safety in classroom and outside environments.
  • Met with team of professionals from different disciplines to implement comprehensive action plan.
  • Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use.
  • Built trust and rapport with students through positive reinforcement and strong communication skills.
  • Provided diverse assistance to teachers, including clerical support, classroom management and document coordination.
  • Developed professional relationships with school staff to contribute to strong learning community.
  • Worked with individual students to provide personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
  • Aided elementary school special education teachers in reinforcing efforts for children with various learning and behavioral needs.
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions and results to assist lead teacher.
  • Organized instruction material, including constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.

Classroom Teacher

Valley Catholic Early Learning School
10.2009 - 08.2014
  • Dressed and changed infant and toddler diapers to maintain hygiene.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children 6 months to 5 years old.
  • Instructed children on proper health and personal habits.
  • Organized and engaged in recreational activities such as games and puzzles.
  • Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
  • Led age-appropriate activities incorporating music, movement and stories for groups of 20 children ages 1 to 5 years.
  • Communicated openly with children's parents about daily activities and behaviors.
  • Consistently enforced disciplinary limits for structured environment conducive to learning.
  • Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor recreation time to support physical development.
  • Established safe play environment for children.

Education

Associate of Science - Business

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH

Associate of Arts - Education

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
11.2014

High School Diploma -

Hillsboro High School
Hillsboro, OR
06.1997

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Calm and patient demeanor
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Educational assistance
  • Activity Planning
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Student progress reporting
  • Age-appropriate lesson planning
  • Creative learning strategies
  • Strong collaborator
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Positive learning environment
  • Positive attitude

Timeline

Teaching Assistant

Desoto County Schools
08.2020 - Current

Special Education Assistant

Hillsboro School District
02.2015 - 08.2020

Classroom Teacher

Valley Catholic Early Learning School
10.2009 - 08.2014

Associate of Science - Business

Southern New Hampshire University

Associate of Arts - Education

University of Phoenix

High School Diploma -

Hillsboro High School

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