Kyna Monroe
Rochester
Summary
With 20+ years of experience in special education teaching, I possess a profound comprehension of the distinct needs and challenges of students with diverse learning abilities. My dedication to fostering inclusive and captivating learning environments has propelled me to consistently adapt and implement innovative teaching strategies. Through my proficiency in individualized education plans, I have effectively aided students in realizing their maximum potential and attaining academic success. Committed to cultivating a supportive and collaborative classroom atmosphere, my aim is to empower students to become confident, independent learners.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Virtual ESL English Teacher and Academic Tutor
Various online companies
04.2001 - Current
- Create instructional materials aligned with educational standards and organizational goals
- Provided individualized academic support to students across various subjects, adapting tutoring techniques to accommodate different learning styles and academic needs
- Conducted both one-on-one and small group sessions to reinforce subject content, strengthen skills, and promote academic success
- Developed and implemented personalized learning plans based on each student's academic goals, progress, and areas for improvement
- Explained complex concepts in a clear, accessible manner, improving student comprehension and confidence in challenging subjects
- Used diverse resources and teaching tools to enhance understanding and engagement, including interactive exercises, real-life applications, and multimedia resources
- Assist adult learners with business English
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback to both students and, where appropriate, parents or guardians
- Supported students in preparation for exams and standardized tests, resulting in marked improvement in test scores and grades
- Fostered a positive, motivating environment to build student confidence, perseverance, and self-reliance in their studies
- Maintained accurate records of each student's progress, session details, and individualized learning goals
- Provide engaging instruction to adults and children globally that choose to learn to speak English
- Build connections with families and learn new cultures
- Patiently correct student English errors for better speaking practices
- Carry out ESL lesson plans with enthusiasm and kindness in efforts to motivate the students to learn, participate, and feel confident
Virtual Special Education Teacher/Case Manager K-12
Educational Contracting Company
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Curriculum design and development
- Devise, amend, and oversee Secondary student IEPs
- Assist students with instructional activities virtually by providing and utilizing accommodations and modifications to enhance their learning experiences
- Build concrete relationships with families
Special Education Resource Teacher
Suffolk Public Schools
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Teacher position working with special needs students in grades K-5
Special Education Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
08.2016 - 06.2017
- -behavioral and academic instructor
- -create lesson plans for all students (K-5)
- -devise and revise IEPs and academic learning plans for individual students
- -create transition plan for students going into the general education classrooms
Self-Contained Special Education Lead Teacher grades K-12
St. Joseph's Villa for Children
06.2012 - 06.2016
- Teacher of the Year 2012-2013
- Curriculum design and development team
- Create instructional materials aligned with educational standards and organizational goals
- Research and Innovation team
- Maintain a respectful line of communication among administration
- Creates and translates lesson plans into learning experiences;
- Establish and maintain standards of behavior;
- Devised meaningful and interactive social skills lessons in an effort to minimize undesirable student behaviors;
- Provided differentiated instruction and assessments to address individual student's needs;
- Consistently collaborate with parents
- Created and Maintained IEP data collection tools for student progress
- Create and implement individual educational plans (IEPs)
- Consistently communicate with neighboring counties about student success, concerns, and proposed meeting dates
- An active member of the instructional leadership team
Self-Contained Special Education Teacher grades K-5
Norfolk Public Schools
08.2007 - 06.2012
- Creates and translates lesson plans into learning experiences;
- Establish and maintain standards of behavior;
- Provided differential instructional and assessments to address individual students needs;
- Integrate technology to continuously stimulate and provide a purpose for the learner to want to learn;
- Consistently collaborate with parents
- Consistently collaborate with teachers on all grade levels
- Create and implement individual educational plans (IEPs)
- Teach state standards/curriculum by engaging various learning styles
Self-Contained Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Portsmouth Public Schools
08.2004 - 06.2007
- Designed and taught appropriate curricula assigned activities geared toward each student's needs and abilities
- Create Individualized lesson plans that incorporate learning stations and hands-on activities
- Implemented instruction through play, music and movement, and art
- Modified individual needs and provided required remedial instruction on a 1:1 learning setting
- Create individual educational plans that embraced the overall child's developmental level
- Conduct annual testing/data collection of academic progress
Education
Master of Education - Special Education
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA01.2007
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA01.2004
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson planning
- Data Collection
- Organizational Skills
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Learner Motivation Strategies
- Problem-solving skills
- Team collaboration
- Online teaching
- Student engagement
- Adapting to different learning styles
- Instructional Techniques
- Personalized Learning Approaches
Certification
- 120hr-TESOL Certification, Present
- Minnesota Professional Educator License Tier 4K-12 Special Education Postgraduate Professional Teaching License from Virginia Department of Education, Present
Awards
Teacher of the Year, 06/01/12
Timeline
Virtual Special Education Teacher/Case Manager K-12
Educational Contracting Company
08.2021 - 06.2023
Special Education Resource Teacher
Suffolk Public Schools
08.2017 - 06.2019
Special Education Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
08.2016 - 06.2017
Self-Contained Special Education Lead Teacher grades K-12
St. Joseph's Villa for Children
06.2012 - 06.2016
Self-Contained Special Education Teacher grades K-5
Norfolk Public Schools
08.2007 - 06.2012
Self-Contained Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Portsmouth Public Schools
08.2004 - 06.2007
Virtual ESL English Teacher and Academic Tutor
Various online companies
04.2001 - Current
Master of Education - Special Education
Regent University
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Norfolk State University
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