Open To Work
Jennifer Longanecker
Bettendorf
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher with a strong background in supporting students with diverse behavioral, social-emotional, and academic challenges. Expert in trauma-informed instruction, behavior intervention, and IEP development. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and facilitate student transitions to inclusive educational settings.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Burlington Community School District
Burlington
09.2024 - Current
- Design, implement, and monitor IEPs in compliance with IDEA requirements
- Facilitated IEP meetings, fostering collaboration among families, staff, and multidisciplinary teams to enhance student support
- Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) to inform targeted instructional and behavioral strategies
- Developed and implemented Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), ensuring consistent application across various learning environments
- Implement trauma-informed, restorative, and PBIS practices to support student regulation and engagement
- Collaborate with general education staff to maintain instructional consistency across learning environments
- Support student transition planning across programs and placements with consistent expectations and communication
- Use data-driven decision making and progress monitoring to adjust instruction and interventions
- Provide specialized instruction for students with intensive behavioral, emotional, social, and academic needs in structured learning environments
Account Manager & Corporate Trainer
JMF Company
Bettendorf
06.2023 - 09.2024
- Designed training materials and facilitated instructional sessions, improving knowledge of systems and processes
- Delivered onboarding and training to clients and new staff, enhancing their understanding and engagement
- Enhanced communication and coaching techniques through targeted practice in diverse settings.
- Collaborated across departments to ensure consistent communication and service delivery, fostering a unified approach
Client Service Coordinator
Lynco Products
Milan
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Coordinated high-volume client communication and optimized service operations to enhance client satisfaction
- Managed client inquiries and provided timely responses to enhance satisfaction.
- Coordinated communication between clients and internal teams for seamless service delivery.
- Enhanced organizational systems and relationship management processes, improving problem-solving efficiency
- Developed and maintained client records using CRM software for accurate tracking.
Special Education Teacher
Davenport Community School District
Davenport
03.2015 - 04.2022
- Developed and implemented individualized academic and behavioral programs to address diverse student needs
- Developed and monitored IEPs, BIPs, and data-based progress systems
- Provided instruction in a self-contained setting serving students with intensive behavioral and academic needs
- Implemented CPI crisis prevention and intervention strategies to ensure student safety
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including AEA, counselors, and related services
- Led district-level reevaluations and compensatory education planning
- Applied trauma-informed and restorative practices to improve student outcomes
Junior High Language Arts Teacher
East Moline School District 37
East Moline
08.2002 - 05.2015
- Delivered standards-aligned English Language Arts instruction to enhance student understanding and engagement
- Differentiated instruction to address diverse learning needs, fostering individual student growth and success
- Used assessment data to guide instruction and improve student achievement
- Created structured, supportive, trauma-informed classroom environments
Middle School English Teacher
Dixon Public Schools
Dixon
08.1997 - 05.2002
- Developed engaging, standards-aligned curriculum and lesson plans that fostered critical thinking and creativity
- Delivered instruction in reading, writing, grammar, and communication skills
- Integrated instructional technology and multimedia resources to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum & Instruction
National Louis University
Chicago, ILChicago, IL
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Illinois University
Macomb, ILMacomb, IL
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA)
- Trauma-Informed Instruction
- Specialized instruction
- Behavior Intervention & De-escalation
- Progress monitoring
- MTSS
- PBIS
- Restorative Practices
- Transition planning
- Community collaboration
- Learning communities
- Social-emotional development
Certification And Licensure
- Iowa Board of Educational Examiners - Master Educator License
- K-6 Elementary Classroom Teacher (102)
- K-12 Instructional Strategist II (263)
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeSalary Range
$50000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Special Education Teacher
Burlington Community School District
09.2024 - Current
Account Manager & Corporate Trainer
JMF Company
06.2023 - 09.2024
Client Service Coordinator
Lynco Products
02.2022 - 06.2023
Special Education Teacher
Davenport Community School District
03.2015 - 04.2022
Junior High Language Arts Teacher
East Moline School District 37
08.2002 - 05.2015
Middle School English Teacher
Dixon Public Schools
08.1997 - 05.2002
Master of Science - Curriculum & Instruction
National Louis University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Illinois University