KRISTENA TOLMICH
Firestone
Summary
Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Weld RE-8 School District
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Designed individualized learning plans fostering academic achievement and growth.
Reading Interventionist
St. VrainValley School District
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Supported the development of phonemic awareness and decoding skills through targeted activities, promoting fluent reading in struggling learners.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Conducted one-on-one and small group sessions to provide targeted support, fostering a positive learning environment and boosting confidence in reading abilities.
- Actively participated in professional learning communities focused on literacy instruction, sharing best practices and staying current with evolving educational trends.
- Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
- Increased student literacy rates by utilizing research-based instructional methods and materials.
Special Education Teacher
Mapleton Public Schools
08.2023 - 05.2024
- 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.
Firestone Charter Academy
St. Vrain Public Schools
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Special Education Teacher
Denver Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
Long Term Substitute
Denver Public Schools
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Denver Public Schools
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Cherry Creek Public Schools
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
Education
Master Of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO01.2023
B.A. - K-12 Special Education
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO12.2020
High School Diploma - General Studies
Legacy High School
Broomfield, CO01.2007
Skills
- Classroom Observation
- Cognitive Disabilities Knowledge
- Different Learning Styles
- Learning Style Assessment
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Evidence-Based Assessment
- Classroom Practices
Certification
- CPR Certification
- CPI Certification
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Weld RE-8 School District
08.2024 - 11.2024
Reading Interventionist
St. VrainValley School District
06.2024 - 07.2024
Special Education Teacher
Mapleton Public Schools
08.2023 - 05.2024
Firestone Charter Academy
St. Vrain Public Schools
08.2022 - 05.2023
Special Education Teacher
Denver Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2022
Long Term Substitute
Denver Public Schools
08.2020 - 06.2021
Special Education Paraprofessional
Denver Public Schools
08.2017 - 06.2020
Special Education Paraprofessional
Cherry Creek Public Schools
08.2016 - 06.2017
Master Of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
University of Northern Colorado
High School Diploma - General Studies
Legacy High School
B.A. - K-12 Special Education
University of Northern Colorado
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