Erin Jackson
Educator
Rockwall,TX
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Resource Teacher with extensive experience with Early Childhood Intervention and with Garland and Rockwall ISDs. Proven expertise in child development, inclusion strategies, and crisis intervention, resulting in enhanced academic performance for neurodiverse students. Skilled in creating tailored educational plans that support both children and their families, aiming to foster a more inclusive learning environment. Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Intervention Specialist
LIfePath Systems
Mckinney, TX
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Participated in interdisciplinary meetings related to evaluation or treatment planning.
- Established and communicated clear objectives for lessons and projects to students, parents, or guardians.
- Delivered advisement to assist families of neurodiverse children in obtaining services.
- Provided home-based services to families with children birth to three years old.
- Performed intervention visits to collect data and assess developmental needs.
- Delivered information on implementation methods for modeled interventions.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions that addressed areas of delay identified by assessments.
- Educated parents regarding their rights under IDEA Part C regulations governing Early Intervention Services.
- Maintained accurate records of client visits, progress notes, treatment plans, and IFSPs according to agency policies and procedures.
- Developed and implemented strategies to accommodate specific disabilities and neurodivergent needs.
- Developed individualized family service plans based on assessment results and family priorities.
Special Education Resource Teacher
Rockwall ISD and Garland ISD
Rockwall And Garland, TX
11.2012 - 01.2020
- Collaborated with general education teachers to modify curriculum, develop classroom strategies, and create accommodations for students.
- Facilitated communication between home and school by disseminating important information about academic performance or behavior issues.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
- Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments.
- Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.
- Monitored student progress through data collection and analysis of assessments.
- Supervised paraprofessionals working directly with students receiving special education services.
- Created behavior management plans to help improve the socialization skills of special needs students.
Kindergarten Teacher
Mesquite ISD
Mesquite, TX
08.1998 - 05.2000
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Was awarded first year teacher award in for the 1998-1999 school year
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Family Studies And Human Development
Texas Tech University
Lubbock05-1998
Skills
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Family-centered approach
- Child development expertise
- Behavior modification techniques
- Parent coaching and support
- Inclusion strategies
- Data collection and analysis
- Individualized assessment
- Early childhood education
- Transition planning
Work Availability
monday
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Certification
- Special Education Credential - Texas Department of Education.
- EC-6 Certified- Texas Department of Education
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Early Intervention Specialist Certificate - Health and Human Services of Texas.
Timeline
Early Intervention Specialist
LIfePath Systems
01.2020 - 01.2025
Special Education Resource Teacher
Rockwall ISD and Garland ISD
11.2012 - 01.2020
Kindergarten Teacher
Mesquite ISD
08.1998 - 05.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Family Studies And Human Development
Texas Tech University
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