Kelly Soncrant
Summary
As an educational diagnostician and former teacher, I've significantly contributed to special and general education, demonstrating expertise in evaluations and fostering inclusive learning environments. With a proven track record at Kennedale ISD, I excel in identifying and instructing students with disabilities, leveraging excellent communication to develop impactful Individualized Education Plans.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Diagnostician
Kennedale ISD
07.2021 - Current
- Utilized various assessment instruments to assist in identifying students eligible for special education services
- Conducted thorough evaluations, accurately pinpointing areas requiring additional support or intervention
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators, related service professionals, and parents in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
- Monitored and complied with federal, state, and district timelines regarding evaluations and ARD meetings
- Maintained ongoing and effective communication with parents, campus staff, other assessment staff and related service providers, and district leadership
- Provided support to special education teachers with district case management expectations, writing appropriate goals, and use of IEP software system
Elementary Teacher and Dyslexia Specialist
Kennedale ISD
08.2012 - 06.2021
- Analyzed and disaggregated data to drive instruction
- Planned and presented lessons based on learners' diverse needs
- Created individualized plans and set personalized goals for every student using assessment data
- Created intervention plans to increase achievement in students who were up to 4 years below grade level
- Provided annual dyslexia training to campus staff
- Taught dyslexia intervention curriculum to students identified with dyslexia
- Worked with students in multiple programs including Emergent Bilingual, Gifted and Talented, Special Education, and 504
- Served as Team Leader - held weekly team meetings to discuss curriculum, teaching strategies, and discipline concerns
- Disseminated information from campus administration to team members
Elementary Teacher
Fort Worth ISD
08.2003 - 06.2012
- Served as ESL Lead Teacher for the campus
- Conducted bi-monthly meetings with ESL teachers to discuss methodologies and facilitate the incorporation of ELPS into planning daily instruction
- Assisted with management of ESL designated staff and staff development at the campus level
- Provided training during faculty meetings
Education
Master of Education - Special Education
Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, TX12-2021
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05-2003
Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Expert in identification and instruction of students with dyslexia
- Proficient in evaluation, report writing, conducting ARD meetings, and Individualized education plan development
Accomplishments
A.M. Pate Elementary Teacher of the Year 2010
Certification
Educational Diagnostician (EC-12)
Certified Academic Language Therapist
Licensed Dyslexia Therapist
Special Education (EC-12)
Gifted and Talented (EC-12)
English as a Second Language (EC-12)
Elementary Self-Contained (PK-8)
Elementary Early Childhood Education (PK-6)
Early Childhood Handicapped (PK-6)
Elementary Reading (1-6)
Elementary Mathematics (1-6)
Elementary English (1-6)
Timeline
Educational Diagnostician
Kennedale ISD
07.2021 - Current
Elementary Teacher and Dyslexia Specialist
Kennedale ISD
08.2012 - 06.2021
Elementary Teacher
Fort Worth ISD
08.2003 - 06.2012
Master of Education - Special Education
Midwestern State University
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas A&M University
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