Karma Chau

Connections 1

Teacher in Residence at Harrison School District 2

since September, 2024

ka***io@gmail.com

Profile

Skills

Education
Performing art
Dance
ARTISTS/musician/dance
Theater Performance
THEATER TEACHER
musical theater
Theater technologist
Technical Theater
theater pedagog
theater
Theatre artist
Special Education Needs Teacher
special education
bachelor in Education Arts
dance teacher

Experience

Karma Chau

Work experience

Teacher in Residence at Harrison School District 2

September, 2024 -
Fulltime

Direct Instruction and Classroom Support:
* Co-teaching: Collaborating with general education and special education teachers to provide inclusive instruction to students with disabilities in the general education classroom. This includes shared lesson planning, differentiated instruction, and co-assessment.
* Small group instruction: Providing targeted interventions and support to small groups of students with similar learning needs, either within the general education classroom or in a separate resource room.
* Individualized instruction: Working one-on-one with students to address specific IEP goals and provide individualized support.
* Classroom management: Supporting classroom teachers in implementing effective classroom management strategies to create a positive and supportive learning environment for all students.
* Assessment and data collection: Assisting in the administration of assessments, collecting data on student progress, and using data to inform instruction.
Mentoring and Professional Development:
* Mentoring new teachers: Providing guidance and support to new special education teachers, sharing best practices, and helping them navigate the challenges of the profession.
* Leading professional development: Facilitating workshops and training sessions for teachers on topics related to special education, inclusive practices, and differentiated instruction.
* Sharing expertise: Serving as a resource person for other teachers in the school, providing information and support related to special education law, IEP development, and effective teaching strategies.
Collaboration and Communication:
* Collaboration with parents/guardians: Communicating regularly with parents/guardians about student progress, addressing concerns, and working collaboratively to support student learning.
* Collaboration with related service providers: Working closely with related service providers (e.g., speech therapists, occupational therapists, school psychologists) to ensure that students receive the necessary support services.
* Collaboration with school administrators: Working collaboratively with school administrators to implement special education programs and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
* IEP development and implementation: Participating in the development, implementation, and review of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities.
Program Development and Improvement:
* Contributing to program evaluation: Participating in the evaluation of special education programs and making recommendations for improvement.
* Developing and implementing new programs: Assisting in the development and implementation of new programs to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
* Staying current on research and best practices: Keeping abreast of current research and best practices in special education and sharing this information with other teachers.

Karma Chau

Work experience

Substitute Teacher at D49

October, 2023 - September, 2024
Fulltime

Direct Instruction and Classroom Support:
* Co-teaching: Collaborating with general education and special education teachers to provide inclusive instruction to students with disabilities in the general education classroom. This includes shared lesson planning, differentiated instruction, and co-assessment.
* Small group instruction: Providing targeted interventions and support to small groups of students with similar learning needs, either within the general education classroom or in a separate resource room.
* Individualized instruction: Working one-on-one with students to address specific IEP goals and provide individualized support.
* Classroom management: Supporting classroom teachers in implementing effective classroom management strategies to create a positive and supportive learning environment for all students.
* Assessment and data collection: Assisting in the administration of assessments, collecting data on student progress, and using data to inform instruction.
Mentoring and Professional Development:
* Mentoring new teachers: Providing guidance and support to new special education teachers, sharing best practices, and helping them navigate the challenges of the profession.
* Leading professional development: Facilitating workshops and training sessions for teachers on topics related to special education, inclusive practices, and differentiated instruction.
* Sharing expertise: Serving as a resource person for other teachers in the school, providing information and support related to special education law, IEP development, and effective teaching strategies.
Collaboration and Communication:
* Collaboration with parents/guardians: Communicating regularly with parents/guardians about student progress, addressing concerns, and working collaboratively to support student learning.
* Collaboration with related service providers: Working closely with related service providers (e.g., speech therapists, occupational therapists, school psychologists) to ensure that students receive the necessary support services.
* Collaboration with school administrators: Working collaboratively with school administrators to implement special education programs and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
* IEP development and implementation: Participating in the development, implementation, and review of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities.
Program Development and Improvement:
* Contributing to program evaluation: Participating in the evaluation of special education programs and making recommendations for improvement.
* Developing and implementing new programs: Assisting in the development and implementation of new programs to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
* Staying current on research and best practices: Keeping abreast of current research and best practices in special education and sharing this information with other teachers.