Kelly McGinty

111 North Symington Avenue, Catonsville, MD 21228

Phone (410) 782-5198 kmcgin6@students.towson.edu
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Secondary Special Education
Towson University, Towson, MD
GPA: 3.83/4.0
MSDE Certification in Middle School Social Studies and Special Education expected by May 2016
History minor
Deans List Fall 2011-present

May 2016

FIELD EXPERIENCE
Student Teacher Intern
Ridgely Middle School, Timonium, MD
February 2016-May 2016
Create and implement lessons for the self-contained, sixth grade English and Language Arts class.
Provide activities and lessons that fit with students learning styles and accommodations.
Assess students abilities through the use of the Woodcock-Johnson IV Tests of Achievement and the Brigance
Assessment of Basic Skills.
Implement effective classroom management techniques, such as using proximity control, circulating the
classroom, building relationships with students, etc.
Intern
Sparrows Point High School, Edgemere, MD
August 2015-December 2015
Collaborated with mentor teacher and co-teacher in creating and implementing effective World History lessons for
inclusion classes.
Created and implemented lessons for the self-contained, ninth grade College and Career Readiness Study Skills
class.
Collaborated with a colleague in creating a website full of study skills and academic resources that students can
access through the schools website.
Assessed students abilities through use of the Woodcock-Johnson III Tests of Achievement.
Analyzed results from the Woodcock-Johnson III and created Educational Achievement Reports, as well as
Individualized Education Plans for students.
Created Google forms for case management load in order to track the implementation of accommodations and the
progression of goals.
Golden Ring Middle School, Rosedale, MD
Created and implemented three lessons for the eighth grade American History classes.
Differentiated instruction between inclusion classes and gifted and talented classes.
Created modified resources for students with Individualized Education Plans and 504s.

Spring 2015

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RELATED EXPERIENCE
Support Staff/Respite Caregiver
Timonium, MD
February 2014- present
Aid in daily caregiving, such as bathing, dressing, and mobility.
Create, implement, and/or participate in enriching activities, such as baking, crafting, planning, and outings.
Collaborate with the client and her family in planning and creating opportunities.
Young Life Capernaum Volunteer Leader
Young Life, Baltimore County, MD
August 2011- present
Collaborate with a team of other volunteer leaders and staff members in creating the positive, fun activities and
the engaging, comfortable environment of club for high school kids with disabilities.
Raise funds in order to aid with weekly club, as well as to send kids to fall weekend and summer camp.
Collaborate with parents and other leaders in planning activities and hangouts outside of club.
Watch and cheer on kids at their games, plays, etc.
Guide positive peer interactions.
Lead during trips to Young Life camps with kids met during the school year.
Rest Day Volunteer
Grace Fellowship Church, Timonium, MD
2011-present
Provide respite care for elementary, middle, and high school students and their families that are affected by
disability.
Lead a group of volunteers, including one on ones, buddies, and extra adults throughout the days activities.
Act as a one on one for a child with specific and/or more profound needs.
Disability Ministry Summer Intern
Grace Fellowship Church, Timonium, MD
July 2015-August 2015
Facilitated weekly meetings that focused on overall well being for people who were high school aged or older and
have a disability.
Created and implemented activities pertaining to diet, exercise, hygiene, social interactions, etc.
Cashier/Sales Assistant
Dollywood Splash Country Water Adventure Park, Pigeon Forge, TN
June 2013-August 2013, June 2014-August 2014
Assisted customers in both food and retail services.
Promoted and sold products and park services.
Answered questions about products, warranties, and promotional offers.

SKILLS
Computer: Proficient with Google Suite, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, Prezi, BCPS One, Tienet, Weebly