Making data a part of an ongoing cycle of instructional improvement by consistently adapting appropriate content through methodology, delivery of instruction, and ensuring that students with disabilities achievements are supported in the instructional decision making school-wide in all educational settings. In providing data driven instruction, modeling and supporting special education instructional staff in organizing and identifying data trends, while implementing hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities is a priority. Ensuring proficiency in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools in fostering academic achievement.
Digital Portfolio
www.JessicaClaire.com
Skills
Department of Special Education Data Team and School Climate (Chairperson)
International Baccalaureate (IB) PYP Trained Teacher
Partnership Liaison (Grants Writing)
Technology Integration Liaison
Placement, Award's Day, and TOTY Committees
Social and Emotional Learning
P.B.I.S Initiatives and Incentives
Progress Monitoring
School Recruitment/Interview Committee
STAR Assessment Champion
Restorative Practices Trained
Mindset Trained
Governance (GO Team, Chair)
Orton-Gillingham Certified (In progress)
Hospital/Homebound Teacher
Extended School Year (ESY) Teacher
Relay: Uncommon Schools Trained
Google Certified Educator Level 1
Professional Learning Facilitator (Special Education)
New Teacher Mentor
GEEARS: Georgia Early Education Alliance for Ready Students Certified
Georgia Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Member
Work History
07/2020 to Current
Interim Special Education Lead TeacherLighthouse Academies – Gary, IN,
Collaborate with appropriate school-based personnel to assure accurate documentation and timely data input/submission for students with disabilities.
Support quality classroom instruction and its improvement in all settings through monitoring, observing, model teaching and coaching; assists teachers in improving classroom management and climate through implementing effective instructional methods.
Review and ensure that students with disabilities are receiving effective instruction in their Least Restrictive Environment; assist school staff in organizing curriculum and utilizing strategies for students with disabilities.
Participate in professional learning activities and plan/deliver professional learning activities to staff, parents, and others to increase achievement for students with disabilities.
Collaborate with parents and local school staff regarding instructional decision-making for students with disabilities.
Complete educational assessments for students referred for testing/evaluation; monitor assessment timelines to ensure adherence to State regulations.
Train and provide ongoing technical and data analysis support to staff who use school-wide data collection systems (SWIS, PBIS Assessments for TFI, Benchmarks of Quality).
Collect and monitor school and district databases to track and analyze student behavioral data including office discipline referrals, suspensions, team implementation, coach assessment of school-wide implementation, and climate survey patterns.
07/2015 to 07/2021
Special Education Lead Teacher and PBIS CoachLighthouse Academies – East Chicago, IN,
Increased CCRPI's Content Mastery by +3.3 during the 2019-2020 school year.
Increased CCRPI's Closing Gap Scores by +21.4 during the 2019-2020 school year.
Collaborate with appropriate school-based personnel to assure accurate documentation and timely data input/submission for students with disabilities.
Support quality classroom instruction and its improvement in all settings through monitoring, observing, model teaching and coaching; assists teachers in improving classroom management and climate through implementing effective instructional methods.
Review and ensure that students with disabilities are receiving effective instruction in their Least Restrictive Environment; assist school staff in organizing curriculum and utilizing strategies for students with disabilities.
Participate in professional learning activities and plan/deliver professional learning activities to staff, parents, and others to increase achievement for students with disabilities.
Collaborate with parents and local school staff regarding instructional decision-making for students with disabilities.
Complete educational assessments for students referred for testing/evaluation; monitor assessment timelines to ensure adherence to State regulations.
Train and provide ongoing technical and data analysis support to staff who use school-wide data collection systems (SWIS, PBIS Assessments for TFI, Benchmarks of Quality).
Collect and monitor school and district databases to track and analyze student behavioral data including office discipline referrals, suspensions, team implementation, coach assessment of school-wide implementation, and climate survey patterns.
07/2015 to 07/2018
Special Education TeacherLighthouse Academies – Jacksonville, AR,
Coordinate placement of students with special needs into inclusive classes.
Develop individual educational plans (IEPs) designed to promote students' educational, physical, or social development.
Experience in assessment and implementation of a variety of assistive technology devices ranging from low to high technology.
Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
Modified the general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies.
07/2010 to 06/2015
Special Education TeacherLILLIE COOPER PRIMARY SCHOOL – City, STATE,
Coordinate placement of students with special needs into inclusive classes.
Develop individual educational plans (IEPs) designed to promote students' educational, physical, or social development.
Experience in assessment and implementation of a variety of assistive technology devices ranging from low to high technology.
Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
Modified the general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies.
01/2009 to 07/2010
Special Education TeacherCompany Name – City, State,
Confer with other staff members to plan or schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, or other professionals to develop individual education plans (IEPs).
Develop individual educational plans (IEPs) designed to promote students' educational, physical, or social development.
Employ special educational strategies or techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, or memory.
Instruct special needs students in academic subjects, using a variety of techniques, such as phonetics, multisensory learning, or repetition to reinforce learning and meet students' varying needs.
Modified the general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies.
Education
Expected in 05/2021
Educational Specialist : Specialist in Special Education UNIVERSITY oF WEST GEORGIA - CARROLLTON, GPA:
Minored in Assistive Technology
Autism Endorsement
Expected in 05/2010
Master Of Arts In Teaching: Special Education, General Curriculum ALBANY STATE UNIVERSITY - ALBANY, GA GPA:
Continuing education in Special Education Adminstration
Expected in 12/2008
Bachelor Of Arts For Teaching: Special Education, Adapted Curriculum ALBANY STATE UNIVERSITY - ALBANY, GPA:
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