Kimberly Gordon
Vardaman,MS
Summary
Special Education teacher, with 10 years mental health experience. Successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for special needs children to flourish in academic settings. Certified and licensed in Mississippi and recognized as a highly qualified educator. Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Vardaman High School
07.2005 - Current
- Creates and manages IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modifies general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivers effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of students.
- Teaches multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Mental Health Specialist
Communicare
02.1995 - 05.2005
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Monitored patients and assessed suicide risks.
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Theory And Practice
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05.2014
Teacher Certification - Education
Teach Mississippi Institute
University05.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS08.1994
Skills
- Classroom Management
- IEP Development
- Self-Contained Classrooms
- Social and Academic Development
- Parent Communication
- Group and Individual Instruction
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Vardaman High School
07.2005 - Current
Mental Health Specialist
Communicare
02.1995 - 05.2005
Master of Science - Educational Theory And Practice
Arkansas State University
Teacher Certification - Education
Teach Mississippi Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Mississippi State University
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