Kara Clipper
Springfield
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Learning Disabilities Teacher
Prince William County Public Schools
Manassas
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted with transition planning for students transitioning from one grade level or school setting to another.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and test scores.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to promote a positive learning environment.
- Participated in professional development activities related to best practices in special education instruction.
- Attended IEP meetings with parents, teachers, administrators, and outside professionals.
- Monitored student performance and adjusted instructional strategies as needed.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with learning disabilities.
- Collaborated with other teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure successful implementation of IEPs.
- Provided direct instruction to students in small group settings.
- Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments.
Special Education Teacher
Manassas City Public Schools
Manassas
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Develops individualized education plans (IEPS)
- First-Aid/CPR Certified
- Teaching license with endorsement in SpEd K-12
- Work with General Education teachers to plan and implement instructions while ensuring compliance with IEPs
- Data collection of IEP goal progress
- Behavior management and positive reinforcement strategies
- Develops and implements lesson plans to fit the needs of students
- Collaborating with education teams to build inclusive learning environments.
Senior Behavior Technician
Multicultural Clinical Center
Springfield
01.2017 - 10.2021
- Observing, monitoring, and recording problem behaviors through accurate antecedent-behavior-consequence data collection, graphing, and anecdotal notes
- Completing required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines
- Displaying sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of children and families served
- Participating in ongoing clinical training and supervision to review and maintain competency
- Submitting weekly reports for client progress
- Coordinating monthly team meetings with ABA team and family to review progress with behavior interventions and skill acquisition programming
- Providing supervision to team members to support and assist with client services.
Teacher Assistant
Montessori of Gainesville
Gainesville
05.2014 - 04.2016
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities
- Attended ongoing trainings for education and professional development.
Education
Master of Education: Special Education & Applied Behavior Analysis -
George Mason University
05.2022
Bachelor of Science: Criminology, Law, & Society -
George Mason University
05.2015
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Clinical Documentation
- Statistical Analysis
- WPM: 98
- Care Coordination
- Evidenced-Based Intervention Training
- Program Development
- Family & Staff Support
- Individualized Education Plans
- Progress Monitoring
- Social Skills Development
- Small Group Instruction
- Collaborative Teamwork
Timeline
Learning Disabilities Teacher
Prince William County Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Manassas City Public Schools
08.2021 - 05.2023
Senior Behavior Technician
Multicultural Clinical Center
01.2017 - 10.2021
Teacher Assistant
Montessori of Gainesville
05.2014 - 04.2016
Master of Education: Special Education & Applied Behavior Analysis -
George Mason University
Bachelor of Science: Criminology, Law, & Society -
George Mason University