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Grant McKinney

Atlanta

Summary

Compassionate educator with expertise in individualized education plans, classroom management, and student assessment. Delivers personalized instruction to enhance student growth and engagement, while fostering a positive learning environment for diverse learners.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Paraprofessional

San Diego City Schools
San Diego
09.2000 - 2005
  • Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students.
  • Supported students with disabilities in daily classroom activities and transitions.
  • Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.

Teacher

San Diego City Schools
San Diego
09.1998 - 12.2000
  • Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
  • Fostered individual growth and development through calm and patient interactions with students.
  • Coordinated chess club activities to enhance student engagement and teamwork.

Teacher

St. Stephen's Christian School
San Diego
04.1991 - 06.1998
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with school curriculum standards.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching methods.

Education

Master of Divinity - Divinity

Interdenominational Theological Center
Atlanta, GA
05-2012

Master of Science -

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
05-2003

Skills

  • Behavioral support
  • Behavioral intervention
  • Social skills development
  • Personalized instruction
  • Curriculum adaptation
  • Student assessment
  • Classroom management
  • Reading instruction

Affiliations

  • Chess Teacher

Timeline

Special Education Paraprofessional

San Diego City Schools
09.2000 - 2005

Teacher

San Diego City Schools
09.1998 - 12.2000

Teacher

St. Stephen's Christian School
04.1991 - 06.1998

Master of Divinity - Divinity

Interdenominational Theological Center

Master of Science -

University of Phoenix
Grant McKinney