Deborah Jenkins
Olathe,KS
Summary
Compassionate professional in special education teacher whom develops individualized education programs (IEPs), behavioral management techniques, and adaptive learning strategies. Excel at communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring each student's unique needs are met and educational goals achieved.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Intensive Resource Teacher
Shawnee Mission School District
Shawnee, KS
08.2007 - Current
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Provided instruction in safety, hygiene, nutrition, communication, money management, transportation and leisure activities.
- Coordinated meetings with families discussing their child's progress towards achieving goals set forth in the individualized service plan.
- Guided students through transition to independent living within community.
- Helped individuals address disabilities and put together career plans.
- Connected individuals with relevant community resources and coordinated referrals.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education - K-12 (Adaptive And Functional)
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS05-2005
Master of Science - Elementary Education (K-9)
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS05-2003
Bachelor of Science - Teaching English As A Second Language (K-9)
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS05-2003
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Behavioral intervention strategies
- Assistive technology
- Student assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Family engagement
- Problem solving
- Social skills development
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Transition planning
- Behavior management
- Data analysis
- Community resource coordination
Timeline
Intensive Resource Teacher
Shawnee Mission School District
08.2007 - Current
Master of Science - Special Education - K-12 (Adaptive And Functional)
Kansas State University
Master of Science - Elementary Education (K-9)
Kansas State University
Bachelor of Science - Teaching English As A Second Language (K-9)
Kansas State University
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