McKenna Whited
Boise,ID
Summary
I am an aspiring Special Education Teacher with a strong commitment to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students with diverse abilities. With my background in special education and interventions, I am skilled in individualized plans, behavior management strategies and adaptive communication techniques. I am equipped with strong problem-solving abilities and a willingness to learn. I am ready for the unique challenges that will enhance my skills and help me grow along with the students.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Assistant
Boise School District
08.2022 - Current
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by creating visual supports, sensory accommodations, and structured routines.
- Provided ongoing progress monitoring and data collection of students to evaluate student performance and inform instructional adjustments.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education.
Court Appointed Special Advocate
3rd District Guardian Ad Litem Program
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided ongoing support to 4 children in court proceedings by attending all hearings, offering emotional guidance, and ensuring their rights were protected.
- Researched each client's case to become familiarized with his or her background by carefully reviewing available documents.
- Empowered children's voices by representing their interests during critical decision-making processes affecting their lives.
Behavioral Interventionist
Rise Services
08.2019 - 07.2022
- Worked one-on-one with children and adults in educational, community and home settings.
- Implemented individualized plans and behavior management techniques to reach personalized goals.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of intervention strategies using data-driven decision making, ensuring optimal results for each student.
- Collaborated with team members, school personnel and family members to develop individual plans of care for students.
Direct Care Provider
Affinity Family Care
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Facilitated community outings for patients, fostering social engagement and improved quality of life.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
Assistant General Manager
Steak N Shake
08.2015 - 04.2018
- Mentored approximately 30 staff members, fostering a supportive work environment that enhanced employee performance and retention.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to identify areas of improvement and develop solutions.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed efficiently and to high standard.
Education
Alternate Pathway To Certification - Elementary And Special Education
ABCTE
06.2025
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA07-2017
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Educational support
- Verbal and written communication
- Problem-solving
- Behavior management
- Active listening
- Adaptability
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Assistive technology
Timeline
Special Education Assistant
Boise School District
08.2022 - Current
Court Appointed Special Advocate
3rd District Guardian Ad Litem Program
05.2021 - 08.2022
Behavioral Interventionist
Rise Services
08.2019 - 07.2022
Direct Care Provider
Affinity Family Care
05.2018 - 08.2018
Assistant General Manager
Steak N Shake
08.2015 - 04.2018
Alternate Pathway To Certification - Elementary And Special Education
ABCTE
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Georgia Southern University
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