Steven Kimel

Background

About Steven Kimel

I am an experienced special education teacher at Lake Park High School. I currently teach co-taught chemistry, self-contained math, and resource to students with a variety of disabilities. I have taught a variety of subjects during my career; however, I consider science, and math my specialties. Throughout my tenure at my various schools, I have had the distinct pleasure of being a PLC leader for the SPED/Science Department, coordinating accommodated testing for ISA testing, presenting to colleagues during professional learning days, presenting to the administration and the Instructional Leadership Team (ILT), and presenting to the board of education. I have also had the honor of being part of the curriculum writing and development team for Integrated Physical Science, as well as a part of the MTSS Building team. I have a demonstrated a history of working in the education field and am skilled in Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Differentiated Instruction, Special Education, and Behavior Management. Strong education professional with a Master of Arts (M.A.) focused on Special Education and Teaching from Roosevelt University. I am a hardworking, punctual, dependable, and bright individual with the capability of handling numerous important tasks while maintaining a strong work ethic and a good sense of humor. I work very well with young individuals and will be sure to foster their social and emotional development. I carry commendable interpersonal skills that will allow me to work well with the administration, my coworkers, my students, and their parents. I have the ability to perceive feelings and situations while delegating and motivating with respect. Above all else, I possess a strong passion and desire to make a difference in every student so that they have the greatest opportunity to succeed.