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Kari Seitz

Maryville

Summary

Special Education Teacher Assistant with expertise in behavior management and individualized education plans. Demonstrated success in creating positive learning environments and addressing diverse student needs through effective communication and collaboration. Focused on enhancing student progress and well-being using assistive technology and adaptive equipment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher Assistant

Maryville City Schools
Maryville
07.2022 - Current
  • Assisted with the management of student behaviors in the classroom setting using de-escalation strategies.
  • Assisted with physical care needs such as feeding or toileting when necessary.
  • Assisted in the implementation of individualized education plans for special needs students.
  • Organized materials within classrooms according to established procedures.
  • Provided support and guidance to special education teachers in developing instructional materials, lesson plans and assessments.
  • Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, administrators, and other school personnel regarding student progress and behavior issues.
  • Worked one-on-one with students who required additional assistance understanding material or completing assignments.
  • Incorporated technology into daily lessons when appropriate.
  • Supported transitions from one activity or area to another throughout the day.
  • Helped create a positive learning environment by encouraging students through positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Provided support to teachers by helping them prepare materials for activities or lessons.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, behavior incidents, and other relevant information as requested by the teacher or administrator.
  • Collaborated with classroom teachers to ensure that modifications were made to meet the needs of each student.
  • Attended professional development sessions related to best practices for supporting students with disabilities.
  • Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students.
  • Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials, and supplies.
  • Lifted students in and out of wheelchairs, retrieved walkers, or braces and helped students find comfortable and safe positions.
  • Worked with both groups and individuals to provide instruction in mathematics, reading, science and history.
  • Monitored students in class, hallways, and cafeteria to enforce school rules.
  • Monitored students' use of personal medical equipment to encourage proper use and prevent injury.
  • Participated in supervision of students during lunch, physical education and after-school extracurricular activities to maintain peaceful and productive environment.
  • Assisted classroom teachers with accomplishing instructional goals by mentoring students, leading activities and implementing lesson plans.
  • Helped students with limited mobility move around school areas and handle personal care tasks.
  • Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
  • Advised instructor on student behavior or issues requiring immediate attention.

First Grade Teacher's Assistant

Sam Houston Elementary
Maryville
07.2017 - 07.2022
  • Kept track of teaching materials and regularly stocked school supplies.
  • Assisted in preparing lesson materials and bulletin board displays.
  • Collected money from students for school-related projects and field trips.
  • Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
  • Organized and labeled student materials when setting up classrooms.
  • Distributed pencils, paper, textbooks and workbooks to students.
  • Distributed tests and collected homework assignments after completion.
  • Monitored computer usage and assisted students with hardware and software issues.
  • Took class attendance and recorded absences.
  • Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
  • Organized classroom spaces to meet students' learning needs and smoothly manage planned activities.
  • Observed student performance and recorded academic and attendance.
  • Managed daily attendance and reported absences and tardies to appropriate personnel for parental notification.

Education

CDA - Early Childhood Education

CDA National Credentialling Program
Knoxville, TN
02-2002

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL
08-1994

High School Diploma -

Carl Sandburg High School
Palos Park, IL
05-1992

Skills

  • Behavior management
  • Individualized education plans
  • Assistive technology
  • Classroom organization
  • Data recording
  • Instructional support
  • Student supervision
  • Collaboration with teachers
  • Communication with parents
  • Material preparation
  • Transition support
  • Professional development
  • Personal care assistance
  • First aid and CPR
  • Mobility support
  • Social skills development
  • Nonverbal communication
  • Emotional support
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Progress monitoring
  • Behavioral interventions
  • Autism spectrum
  • Autism support
  • Patience and flexibility
  • Disability awareness
  • Personal care support
  • Adaptive equipment use
  • Heavy lifting

Affiliations

  • Avid runner
  • Book lover
  • Country music fan
  • DIY
  • Crafter
  • Organazation Guru

Timeline

Special Education Teacher Assistant

Maryville City Schools
07.2022 - Current

First Grade Teacher's Assistant

Sam Houston Elementary
07.2017 - 07.2022

CDA - Early Childhood Education

CDA National Credentialling Program

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Moraine Valley Community College

High School Diploma -

Carl Sandburg High School

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