Kelly Anderson
Moreno Valley
Summary
Versatile and dedicated Special Education Teacher with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher/Case Manager
Moreno Valley Unified School District
08.2018 - Current
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Applied proven strategies to improve students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills.
Substitute Teacher
Moreno Valley Unified School District
03.2018 - 06.2018
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
Caregiver to 5 Children
None At This Time
10.2007 - 03.2018
- Demonstrated commitment and dedication.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Managing household logistics such as budgeting and resources.
Shift Supervisor
Rite Aide
04.2004 - 06.2006
- Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
Education
Master of Arts - Education: Teaching And Learning
University of Redlands
Redlands, CA04-2019
Bachelor of Arts - University Studies(Clusters: Psychology/Child Dev)
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, ID12-2017
Skills
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Excellent classroom management
- Behavior Intervention plan Collaborator
- Emotional support
- De-escalation techniques
- Collaborative teamwork
- Positive role model
- Differentiated instruction
- Trained in CPI
- Paraprofessional oversight
Professional Development
Classes taken through Moreno Valley Unified School District
- ABA Hands-On Training
- CHAMPS- Positive Behavior Management K-5
- LETRS 2-year course (District Sponsored)
- Advanced IEP training
- Guided Reading/Small Group Instruction
- STEAM Certified Teacher (University of California Riverside)
Timeline
Special Education Teacher/Case Manager
Moreno Valley Unified School District
08.2018 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Moreno Valley Unified School District
03.2018 - 06.2018
Caregiver to 5 Children
None At This Time
10.2007 - 03.2018
Shift Supervisor
Rite Aide
04.2004 - 06.2006
Master of Arts - Education: Teaching And Learning
University of Redlands
Bachelor of Arts - University Studies(Clusters: Psychology/Child Dev)
Brigham Young University-Idaho
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