Louise Kirchner
Kamloops,BC
Summary
Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Learning Assistance Resource Teacher
SD #73
Kamloops, BC
09.2013 - Current
- Assisted in the development of Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Provided direct instruction to small groups of students on academic and social skills, as well as behavior management techniques.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers and parents on a regular basis.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to develop strategies for meeting the unique educational needs of individual students.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and identified areas of strength and weakness.
- Developed and implemented instructional activities that were tailored to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Coordinated team meetings focused on developing appropriate goals and objectives for each student's IEP.
- Facilitated communication between school personnel, families, outside agencies, and other stakeholders involved in supporting the student's learning process.
- Provided support services such as speech-language therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling., as needed by the student.
- Counseled students on personal issues such as self-esteem building or problem solving skills.
District Resource Room Teacher
SD #73
Kamloops, BC
09.2007 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
Grade 4 Teacher
SD #73
Kamloops, BC
10.2006 - 06.2007
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for the grade 4 curriculum.
- Assessed student work and provided feedback on progress.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student academic performance.
- Created a positive classroom environment that fostered learning and respect among students.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all learners in the class.
- Collaborated with other teachers, administrators, and support staff to ensure student success.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades, attendance, and behavior reports.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles of individual students.
- Instructed students in reading, writing, mathematics, science, social studies, art, music, and physical education activities.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction strategies into daily lessons.
Education
BA-Education - Elementary
UBC
Vancouver, BC04-1992
Honours-BA - Sociology
Brock University
St Catherines, ONT04-1989
Skills
- Transition planning
- Progress Monitoring
- Emotional Support
- Special education expertise
- Data Management
Certification
- First Aid
- Mental Health First Aid
- CPI
- TESOL/TESL/TEFL
- Calm, Alert and Learning -Classroom Strategies for Self Regulation
- The Playful Brain-Trauma and Attachment
Timeline
Learning Assistance Resource Teacher
SD #73
09.2013 - Current
District Resource Room Teacher
SD #73
09.2007 - 06.2024
Grade 4 Teacher
SD #73
10.2006 - 06.2007
BA-Education - Elementary
UBC
Honours-BA - Sociology
Brock University
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