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Kylie Baker

Rutherfordton

Summary

Dynamic educator with experience at Rutherford County Schools, skilled in crisis intervention and behavior management. Proven ability to develop individualized education plans and foster positive relationships, enhancing student progress and emotional well-being. Expertise in special needs education and effective communication, ensuring a supportive learning environment for all students.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

EC Teacher's Assistant

Rutherford County Schools
12.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in the assessment of student progress, providing valuable feedback to improve teaching strategies and educational outcomes.
  • Developed individualized education plans for students with special needs, ensuring their academic progress and success.
  • Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for all students, fostering positive social interactions and emotional development.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students struggling with specific concepts, reinforcing their understanding through targeted instructional methods.

Behavior Crisis Assistant

Rutherford County Schools
08.2022 - 12.2024

Crisis Intervention and De-escalation

  • Responds promptly to students in behavioral crisis, using trained techniques to de-escalate the situation safely and calmly.
  • Applies behavior intervention strategies to prevent harm to the student or others.
  • Uses nonviolent crisis intervention (e.g., CPI techniques), verbal redirection, and calming strategies.

2. Behavior Monitoring and Support

  • Observes student behavior and identifies potential triggers or patterns leading to crises.
  • Provides one-on-one or small-group support to students with emotional or behavioral needs.
  • Implements individualized behavior support plans (BSPs) and documents progress.

3. Collaboration with Staff and Specialists

  • Works closely with teachers, school counselors, psychologists, and behavior analysts to support students’ behavioral and emotional development.
  • Participates in team meetings (e.g., IEP or behavior review meetings) and provides input on student behavior and interventions.

4. Relationship Building with Students

  • Builds trust and rapport with students to create a supportive and predictable environment.
  • Acts as a calm, consistent presence for students, helping them develop self-regulation and coping skills.

5. Safety and Documentation

  • Maintains a safe environment for students and staff by following school protocols during behavioral incidents.
  • Accurately documents incidents, interventions, and outcomes for school records and communication with parents or specialists.

6. Prevention and Skill-Building

  • Helps students develop strategies for managing emotions, communicating effectively, and solving problems.
  • May assist in implementing social-emotional learning (SEL) activities and restorative practices.

Education

Education

Rutherford Spindale Central High School
Rutherfordton, NC
05-2026

Skills

  • Teaching and instruction
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • Special needs
  • Autism and spectrum disorders
  • Classroom management strategies
  • Relationship building skills
  • Teacher assistance
  • Behavioral plan management
  • Lesson plan implementation
  • Skills strategies
  • Crisis intervention

Timeline

EC Teacher's Assistant

Rutherford County Schools
12.2024 - Current

Behavior Crisis Assistant

Rutherford County Schools
08.2022 - 12.2024

Education

Rutherford Spindale Central High School
Kylie Baker