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Kathryn Rodriguez

Carmel

Summary

Successful at helping children grow and develop through hands-on activities, educational support and adequate rest. Knowledgeable about childhood development and strategies to enhance wellbeing. Well-versed in maintaining discipline and providing optimal support.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher (incl. Intense Behavior)

Carmel Clay School Corporation
08.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
  • Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.

Resource IA (paraprofessional)

Carmel Clay School District
10.2019 - Current
  • Enhanced student learning by optimizing wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities.
  • Collaborated with teaching staff to devise and implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Completed and filed all necessary paperwork for classroom activities, including meal count sheets and attendance logs.

Home Child Care Provider

Self
05.2012 - 08.2016
  • Discussed new developments, misbehavior and concerns with parents or guardians.
  • Led children in tidying up, handwashing and gathering belongings to teach responsibility.
  • Kept children safe and secure at all times.
  • Implemented and oversaw activities centered on promoting learning and imaginative play.
  • Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.

Lead Teacher/Director

Little Wings Childcare and Learning Center
05.2005 - 08.2006
  • Balanced schedules to provide optimal rest, play and educational periods.
  • Provided exceptional care to groups of up to 50 children between ages 5 years and 12 years.
  • Observed and monitored play to identify developmental strengths and target areas for enrichment activities.
  • Helped prepare meals, snacks and refreshments for children, accounting for individual dietary needs and restrictions to prevent cross-contamination.
  • Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children under care.
  • Cleaned toys, play equipment, dishes and other surfaces to keep facility sanitary.
  • Discussed new developments, misbehavior and concerns with parents or guardians.
  • Enforced rules to teach manners and maintain safe environment.
  • Used techniques such as positive reinforcement and behavior modeling with instill discipline in children.
  • Promoted physical, emotional, intellectual and social development through well-planned classroom lessons, games and outside activities.
  • Encouraged positive behaviors, including patience with teachers and fellow kids.
  • Managed administrative program tasks such as taking attendance, updating logs and tracking supplies.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
2005

Skills

  • Early childhood knowledge
  • Time management skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Exceptional organizational skills
  • Schedule creation and maintenance
  • Accurate record keeping
  • Calm under pressure
  • Classroom management
  • Sound judgment
  • Positive and cheerful
  • Student records management
  • Conflict resolution techniques

Timeline

Special Education Teacher (incl. Intense Behavior)

Carmel Clay School Corporation
08.2023 - Current

Resource IA (paraprofessional)

Carmel Clay School District
10.2019 - Current

Home Child Care Provider

Self
05.2012 - 08.2016

Lead Teacher/Director

Little Wings Childcare and Learning Center
05.2005 - 08.2006

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Purdue University

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