Kaela Holland
Hogansville
Summary
I am a talented Special Education Teacher focused on meeting student academic and emotional needs. I am compassionate and caring in my delivery of personalized, hands-on support and lessons targeted to specific learning needs and strengths. I like to leverage my strong communication skills and patient nature to provide positive reinforcement in team-based, structured environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Coweta County School System
Newnan
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
- Enhanced students' physical, behavioral and social skills through class activities.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Established positive relationships with students and their families.
- Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving with tailored recreation programs.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Gentian Elementary School
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Assist teachers with things like making copies, planning, and teaching
- Provide services to students with special needs whether it be behavior or academic
- Perform duties whether it be lunch, morning, or parent pick up
General Employee
Oriental Marketplace
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Stocked and organized shelves
- Prepared food
- Cleaned dishes and floor
Babysitter
01.2018
- Provided childcare for 2 children during breaks and when the parents needed to work
- I gave instruction to one of the kids who played clarinet, and also helped them complete homework and projects
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA05-2024
Highschool -
East Coweta Highschool
05-2020
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Creativity
- Motivation
- Time Management
- Leadership Skills
- Punctuality
- Lesson planning
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Task prioritization
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Coweta County School System
07.2024 - 10.2024
Special Education Paraprofessional
Gentian Elementary School
01.2022 - 05.2024
General Employee
Oriental Marketplace
01.2019 - 01.2020
Babysitter
01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Columbus State University
Highschool -
East Coweta Highschool