Hi! I am Kelli! I am a Special Education teacher entering my 20th year!!!! I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Master's in Special Education, and a Certificate in Advanced Graduate Study in Educational Leadership. I also recently completed a minor in Literature, just for fun! I love to learn; and more importantly, I enjoy inspiring struggling learners. My teaching experiences in special education and alternative learning programs have allowed me to work individually with learners who...
Hi! I am Kelli! I am a Special Education teacher entering my 20th year!!!! I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Master's in Special Education, and a Certificate in Advanced Graduate Study in Educational Leadership. I also recently completed a minor in Literature, just for fun! I love to learn; and more importantly, I enjoy inspiring struggling learners. My teaching experiences in special education and alternative learning programs have allowed me to work individually with learners who need "more." More time, more attention, more explanation. Individualizing for learners in middle school, high school, and adult education settings has been a real pleasure. I see the rewards and pride in learners when they feel confident about their ability to SUCCEED.
I have always focused my instruction for learners on the need to increase an individual's ability to read independently. Further, when learners struggle in this area, I utilize tools to increase their access to information e.g. reading aloud to them, accessing technology with text to voice etc. Reading impacts every aspect of adult life, but with the right tools and confidence everyone can be successful. I also enjoy reading literature and history. These content areas can not only help a learner be successful in academic settings, but also open their thinking as adults in their day to day life. Lastly, I can support writing development for academic essays, research projects, or resume/functional writing tasks.
In the last 20 years, I have solely focused on learners struggling with emotional issues, learning disabilities, autism, and multiple disabilities. I have a wealth of experience and a large bag of tricks to help struggling learners.
I am a full time teacher, therefore, my time availability will be after non-traditional school hours. If you are seeking supports, my response times will be quick and we can schedule appointments. I find developing rapport with learners is the single most important aspect in learning, I am looking to provide long te
