Kristin Peterson
Watertown
Summary
Special education professional with proven track record of fostering inclusive learning environments and implementing effective instructional strategies. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and achieving positive educational outcomes, adaptable to changing classroom dynamics. Skilled in behavior management, curriculum development, and student advocacy, bringing reliability and flexibility to role.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Specials Education Teacher
Buffalo Hanover Montrose Schools
09.2022 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
Specials Education Teacher
St. Paul Public Schools
09.1993 - 06.2022
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Education
Master of Arts - Specials Education
Augsburg University
Minneapolis, MNMaster of Arts -
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NHBachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN06-1993
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Data analysis
- Differentiated instruction
- Behavior management
- Student assessment
- Classroom management
- Positive reinforcement
- Social skills training
- Relationship building
- Inclusion strategies
- Group and individual instruction
- Motivating students
- De-escalation techniques
Certification
- National Board Certified Teacher November 2007-present
Timeline
Specials Education Teacher
Buffalo Hanover Montrose Schools
09.2022 - Current
Specials Education Teacher
St. Paul Public Schools
09.1993 - 06.2022
Master of Arts - Specials Education
Augsburg University
Master of Arts -
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Minnesota
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