Kelly Craighead
Stockton-on-Tees,Durham
Summary
Resourceful and supportive teaching professional dedicated to creating, motivating, and inspiring learning environments. Uses creative learning strategies to increase classroom engagement and enhance the learning experience, keeping in mind that each student is unique.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Regular Education Teacher
Woodlawn Elementary School
West Monroe, Louisiana, USA, Ouachita Parish
08.2018 - 10.2024
- Responsible for teaching Mathematics to all fifth grade students
- Fostered a positive learning environment for student engagement through effective classroom management.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their children's performance and behaviour at school.
- Worked closely with colleagues for implementing cross-curricular projects that engaged students in comprehensive learning experiences.
- Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensured inclusive learning environment.
- Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth and achievements.
- Developed engaging lesson plans by applying knowledge of educational theories and methods.
- Collaborated with special education professionals to cater for needs of differently-abled pupils in regular classrooms.
- Planned and organized classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
Special Education Teacher
Woodlawn Elementary School
West Monroe, Louisiana, USA, Ouachita Parish
08.2013 - 07.2018
- Developed and wrote IEPs for students, ensuring each child's unique educational needs were met.
- Served as an advocate for children's rights within school setting, ensured equal opportunities for all learners.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences, worked towards addressing concerns collaboratively.
- Communicated effectively with parents about student progress and potential areas for improvement.
- Assessed students' abilities regularly through progress monitoring.
- Worked cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed.
- Employed variety of instructional techniques and media to meet individual student needs and capabilities.
- Managed classroom effectively, creating safe and nurturing environment for learners.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Woodlawn Elementary School
West Monroe, Louisiana, USA, Ouachita Parish
08.2006 - 07.2013
- Collaborated with special education teachers for better lesson planning and execution.
- Utilised specialized teaching techniques for improved academic performance among special needs students.
- Assisted in conducting assessments to determine student understanding of subjects.
- Provided additional support to students with special educational needs, ensuring inclusivity.
- Prepared classroom materials to facilitate efficient lessons.
- Maintained up-to-date records of pupil progress, tracking individual development effectively.
- Supported classroom teacher with behaviour management, promoting a positive learning environment.
- Led small group sessions for enhanced focus on challenging topics.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, Louisiana, USA 01.2012 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Family & Consumer Science
Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, Louisiana, USA 01.2010 - 12.2011
Foundation Degree in Science - Early Childhood/Nursery Managment
Northeast Louisiana University
Monroe, Louisiana, USA 08.1995 - 05.1997
Skills
- Educational advocacy
- Pedagogical expertise
- Inclusion practices
- Special needs education knowledge
- Google Classroom
- Student progress reporting
- Standardised testing knowledge
- Special needs accommodation
- DIBELS knowledge
- Progress monitoring
- Student rapport
Certification
QTS awarded 09/11/19
1980561
Timeline
Regular Education Teacher
Woodlawn Elementary School
08.2018 - 10.2024
Special Education Teacher
Woodlawn Elementary School
08.2013 - 07.2018
Master of Arts - Education
Northwestern State University
01.2012 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Family & Consumer Science
Northwestern State University
01.2010 - 12.2011
Special Education Paraprofessional
Woodlawn Elementary School
08.2006 - 07.2013
Foundation Degree in Science - Early Childhood/Nursery Managment
Northeast Louisiana University
08.1995 - 05.1997
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