EMILY SIPP
Omaha,NE
Summary
Experienced teaching professional with a strong background in delivering high-quality education and career counseling to diverse student populations. Expertise in curriculum design, lesson planning, and classroom management, utilizing innovative methods to enhance student engagement. Proven ability to differentiate instruction to accommodate various learning styles, fostering positive educational outcomes. Committed to creating a supportive learning environment through effective communication and relationship-building with students, parents, and community stakeholders.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Education and Career Specialist
Iowa Jobs for America's Graduates (iJAG)
Council Bluffs, Iowa
06.2022 - Current
- Guided students on educational pathways related to future careers.
- Assisted students in developing job search strategies, including resume writing, interview preparation, and networking techniques.
- Created partnerships with community organizations to expand access to job seekers from diverse backgrounds.
- Advised students on educational planning and academic progress.
- Connected with business and recruiters to build relationships and increase opportunities for students.
- Developed a curriculum aimed at enhancing student success and engagement.
- Analyzed data related to student outcomes, to evaluate program effectiveness.
- Designed customized training programs based on individual assessment results.
- Provided individualized counseling approaches based on socioeconomic status and cultural background.
- Maintained case files and documented actions.
Special Education Substitute Teacher
Council Bluffs Community School District
Council Bluffs, Iowa
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Developed individualized lesson plans tailored to varying student abilities.
- Provided 1:1 instruction for students with disabilities, requiring accommodations.
- Fostered critical thinking skills through engaging lessons and activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assessments, IEPs, and other relevant documentation.
Special Education Teacher
Jefferson County Public Schools
Louisville, KY
06.2017 - 06.2020
- Designed and implemented individualized education plans for students with learning and behavioral disorders.
- Provided academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support to promote student development.
- Developed behavior management plans tailored to individual needs.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of student performance through formative and summative assessments.
- Utilized diverse teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to establish effective interventions and accommodations.
- Maintained accurate records on student progress and analyzed data for instructional improvements.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lincoln Public Schools
Lincoln, NE
08.2012 - 05.2017
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
- Maintained records of student progress and communicated results to parents and other school personnel.
- Supported students in academic progress, developing life skills, following classroom routines, and managing behavior.
- Implemented strategies to support positive behavior management in the classroom environment.
Regional Manager
Portrait Innovations
Lincoln, NE
06.2006 - 08.2012
- Managed a team of 20+ employees, providing training and mentorship, while ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Utilized excellent communication skills to build relationships with key stakeholders, clients, and vendors.
- Identified and addressed customer concerns in a timely and professional manner.
- Generated monthly reports outlining regional sales figures, inventory levels, and expenses for management review.
- Collaborated with management to set and achieve company-wide goals.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching in Learning and Behavior Disorders Candidate
Spalding University
Louisville, KY, USBachelor of Fine Arts - Photography
University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Lincoln, NE, US05.2006
Bachelor of Fine Arts -
School of The Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago, IL, USSkills
- Secondary education
- Career counseling
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Project-based learning
- Student motivation and engagement
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Problem solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Documentation and reporting
- Curriculum design
- Data analysis
- IEP development
- Evidence-based strategies
- Conflict resolution
- Program implementation
- Community advocate
- Academic advising
- Microsoft office
- Google suite
Certification
- Work-Based Learning Supervisor Authorization Certification
- CPR Certification
- Education Specialist Certification
Timeline
Education and Career Specialist
Iowa Jobs for America's Graduates (iJAG)
06.2022 - Current
Special Education Substitute Teacher
Council Bluffs Community School District
08.2021 - 05.2022
Special Education Teacher
Jefferson County Public Schools
06.2017 - 06.2020
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lincoln Public Schools
08.2012 - 05.2017
Regional Manager
Portrait Innovations
06.2006 - 08.2012
Master of Arts - Teaching in Learning and Behavior Disorders Candidate
Spalding University
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Photography
University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Bachelor of Fine Arts -
School of The Art Institute of Chicago
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