Kristin Cleaveland

8909 Waltham Woods Rd Apt E 301-399-1540

Parkville, MD 21234 kristin.cleaveland@gmail.com

Objective: To obtain a special education teaching position that will allow me to use my skills and experience to positively
impact students’ lives and increase academic performance within Baltimore County Public Schools

Education

Bachelor of Science, Integrated Early Childhood Education and Special Education May 2018
Towson University, Towson, MD
• Cumulative GPA: 3.787; Major GPA: 4.0; Dean’s List (Fall 2016-Present)
• Scholarships Received:
o Doris Naron Endowed Scholarship (Fall 2017)
o Donald D. and Margaret M. Cooper Scholarship (Fall 2017)

Associates of Arts in Teaching, Elementary Education/Generic Special Education August 2018

College of Southern Maryland, La Plata, MD
• Cumulative GPA: 3.608
• Dean’s List (Fall 2015; Spring 2016)
• Graduated with Honors

Field Experience

Fullerton Elementary, Nottingham, MD- 1st Grade Intern February 2018-May 2018
• Planned and implemented instruction in all subjects that was aligned with MCCRS Standards and Universal Design for
Learning Principals
• Provided accommodations and supports for the special needs of students with IEPs or 504 plans
• Collected data during instruction to monitor progress towards common core standards and lesson objectives and goals
• Collaborated with the classroom teacher and adult assistant for behavior and academic supports in the classroom
• Addressed behavior concerns, provided positive reinforcement for on-task behavior, and encouraged virtuous behavior

Seven Oaks Elementary, Baltimore, MD – Outside General Education Pre-K Intern August 2017-February 2018
• Planned and implemented lessons aligned with MCCRS Standards and Universal Design for Learning principles
• Facilitated and improved communication with students using assistive technology
• Aided students with learning basic skills such as walking, eating, and using calming techniques
• Collected data during instruction and play to monitor progress towards IEP goals
• Collaborated with classroom teacher to update an existing IEP

Baltimore County Infants and Toddlers, Baltimore County, MD – Intern February 2017-May 2017
• Communicated with parents and caregivers of children receiving services to understand the unique needs of each child
• Adapted games and activities based on the child’s needs and skill level
• Recorded data during sessions to track and ensure positive progress with programs

Halstead Academy, Parkville, MD - Inclusion Pre-K, Intern August 2016-December 2016

• Planned, developed, and implemented lesson plans and adapted instruction to meet the needs of each student
• Aided a student with a developmental disability in a successful transition into new classroom
• Designed activities and organized materials into a “prop box” for students

Related Experience

Intensive Individualized Support Services Therapist - Children Achieving Maximum Potential August 2016-January 2017
• Communicated and partnered with the mother and service coordinator of a client with autism, age 16
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• Identified strengths and needs to develop effective individualized strategies aimed toward reaching specific goals
o Goals included improving self-help skills, improving mathematical skills necessary for independent shopping, and
improving communication skills.
• Collected and evaluated data to track progress towards meeting the client’s goals after each session
• Improved skills related to the client’s goals by creating and administrating interactive games and learning activities

Nanny and Tutor - Family, Alexandria, VA June 2016-August 2016

Supervised, provided transportation, prepared meals, and planned activities for two children, ages 5 and 8.
• Planned and administered daily lessons in reading, writing, and math for both children
• Coached one child, who was diagnosed with a specific learning disability and ADHD, in the use of various writing strategies
• Coordinated with parents, reading specialist, and elementary school teacher for older student to ensure consistency with
learning activities

Field Staff - Global Visions International, Quepos, Costa Rica April 2013-December 2013
• Coordinated with teachers, administrators, and other members of the community to target specific needs of the children
• Provided teaching lessons and programs all in Spanish
• Developed a reading program and math program for struggling learners in grades one through six, evaluated students’
present levels of performance to set appropriate groups, and implemented instruction
• Delegated tasks for planning and preparation for activities and lessons to volunteers and other field staff
• Developed an English curriculum for adults and children

Kindergarten & 1st Grade, Volunteer - Global Visions International, Quepos, Costa Rica March 2012-July 2012
• Supervised students, promoted play, and conducted activities all in Spanish
• Clarified directions and tasks to assist students when struggling
• Planned activities to help students prepare for exams
• Developed and implemented curriculum for teaching English to groups of students from first to sixth grade
• Designed individualized support programs for children with special needs to assist them in completing assignments

Skills and Certifications

Certificate, Superior Level Spanish Fluency (Level C1) May 2014

Universidad de Granada, Granada, Spain
• Completed levels B2.1 (Advanced I), B2.2 (Advanced II), C1 (Superior I)

Memberships and Accomplishments

• Passed Praxis I (Core Reading, Math, Writing); Passed Praxis II (Special Education; Early Childhood Education; PLT
Early Childhood)
• Student Member, National Education Association (2016-present)
• MD CEC Student Teacher of the Year, 2018