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Dana Jones

Dittmer,MO

Summary

Versatile and dedicated Special Education Teacher with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Northwest R-I School District
08.2022 - Current
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
  • Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.

Special Education Teacher

St. Louis Public School District
08.2013 - 05.2022
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.

Education

Master of Teaching - Education

Missouri Baptist University
St. Louis, MO
05-2008

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary School Teaching

Harris Stowe State College
St Louis, MO
05-2002

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Data management
  • Motivating students
  • Social skills development
  • Literacy intervention
  • Emotional support
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Parent-teacher collaboration

Certification

Missouri Certifications:

Birth-3rd grade

First-Sixth grade

Cross-categorical Special Education k-12

Reading Specialist k-12

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Northwest R-I School District
08.2022 - Current

Special Education Teacher

St. Louis Public School District
08.2013 - 05.2022

Master of Teaching - Education

Missouri Baptist University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary School Teaching

Harris Stowe State College

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