Eileen Jones
Santa Clara,CA
Summary
Dynamic educator with over 20 years of experience in curriculum design and co-teaching. Expertise in reading intervention and job readiness training, committed to fostering inclusive learning environments that meet the diverse needs of students.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Resource Specialist Teacher
Homestead High School FUHSD
Cupertino, California
10.2015 - Current
- Led Read 180 district course-alike team, implementing targeted reading interventions for students with below grade-level reading skills, resulting in improved literacy outcomes.
- Designed, implemented curriculum and provided small group instruction for content area courses in all high school levels of English, History and Learning Skills for students with mild-to-moderate learning disabilities.
- Co-taught American Literature course to address academic needs of students with IEPs, enhancing their learning experience in a mainstream setting.
- Collaborated weekly as a member of department PLC team to share strategies and improve instructional practices across the curriculum.
Resource Specialist (Post-Secondary)
EdOps [formerly Horizons]/ FUHSD
Cupertino, California
08.2008 - 10.2015
- delivered individualized, credit-recovery instruction for students with IEPs, enabling them to earn necessary credits for high school diploma.
- coordinated transition services (ITP) focusing on job skills and development for students with disabilities, enhancing their readiness for the workforce.
- developed curriculum for core-content subject and elective material for students with special needs.
- managed IEP case management and writing for students with mild-to-moderate disabilities, ensuring compliance and tailored support.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Specialist
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA01-2009
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR06-1995
Skills
- IEP management
- Curriculum development
- Reading intervention
- Transition planning
- Co-teaching experience
- Transition services
- Inclusion strategies
- Assistive Technology
- Educational technology
- Time management/Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Autism certification
Affiliations
- Creative Writing and Freelance Author
Timeline
Resource Specialist Teacher
Homestead High School FUHSD
10.2015 - Current
Resource Specialist (Post-Secondary)
EdOps [formerly Horizons]/ FUHSD
08.2008 - 10.2015
Master of Arts - Education Specialist
San Jose State University
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Oregon