Kelsey Forbes
Ft. Mitchell,KY
Summary
I have been in education for eight years, teaching a variety of populations and have provided effective educational programs for those with diverse learning styles. I have extensive experience in developing lessons and training based on individual needs across a multitude of areas. I am passionate about effective communication, building meaningful relationships, and having a collaborative approach to learning.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intervention Specialist
North College Hill High School
01.2023 - Current
- Developed community opportunities for adolescents to receive on the job training
- Implemented and developed district-wide coffee shop
- Transition Plan Facilitation for approximately 80+ goals
- Member of the Multi-tiered System of Support (MTSS) team at the school and district level
- Participated in a variety of professional development trainings focused on learning techniques
- Received two department awards for collaboration and data-driven success
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, interventions implemented, and modifications made to ensure compliance with regulations and best practices.
- Built strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
Intervention Specialist
Mountain Ridge Middle School
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Developed, reviewed, and implemented Individualized Education Plans
- Worked alongside general education teachers to plan and implement lessons that ensure compliance with IEP standards
- Managed student behavior, including Behavior Intervention Plans
- Conducted disability assessments for re-evaluations and initial evaluations
- Ensured delivery of North West Evaluation Assessment (NWEA) measure of academic progress
- Served as a member of the school leadership team
- Community outreach award
- Ensured a smooth transition between grade levels and school settings for students with disabilities through careful planning and collaboration with stakeholders.
Intervention Specialist
Richmond Hill High School
08.2017 - 05.2020
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development, enhancing academic growth for all participants.
- Built strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication.
- Provided ongoing monitoring of student progress, adjusting interventions as needed to optimize results.
- Served as an advocate for students with disabilities during eligibility meetings, IEP reviews, and parent conferences.
Education
Masters of Art in Teaching - Special Education
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA01.2018
Bachelors of Science - Kinesiology
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA01.2016
Skills
- Team Leadership and Collaboration
- Differentiated Instruction
- Facilitation Techniques
- E-learning Design/Blended Learning
- Career Development
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Data Monitoring and Tracking
- Job Skill Building
- Relationship Building
- Creative Solution Development
- Employee Interviewing
- Special Needs Clientele
Certification
- Ohio Teaching License
- Colorado Teaching License
- Georgia Teaching License
Training
- Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Education (45 hours)
- Trauma Informed Care to Support Students and Staff (3 hours)
- Specially Designed Instruction (5 hours)
- Conscious Discipline (18 hours)
- Science of Reading (21 hours)
Timeline
Intervention Specialist
North College Hill High School
01.2023 - Current
Intervention Specialist
Mountain Ridge Middle School
01.2020 - 01.2023
Intervention Specialist
Richmond Hill High School
08.2017 - 05.2020
- Ohio Teaching License
- Colorado Teaching License
- Georgia Teaching License
Masters of Art in Teaching - Special Education
Georgia Southern University
Bachelors of Science - Kinesiology
Georgia Southern University
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