Summary
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Work History
Education
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Marty Jones

Marty Jones

Laredo,TX

Summary

Versatile Special Education FLS / PPCD 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.

Skills

  • Child Development
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Special Education
  • Self-Contained Classrooms
  • In-Depth Knowledge of Autism
  • Assessment Administration
  • Behavior Modification
  • IEP Development
  • Parent Communication
  • Development of Social Skills
  • Behavior Intervention Plans
  • Parent and Guardian Communication

Work History

Special Education Teacher PPCD/FLS

UNITED ISD / RUIZ ELEMENTARY
Laredo, TX
08.2015 - 05.2021
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
  • Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
  • Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism and/or cognitive disabilities.

Special Education Teacher

UNITED ISD / WEBB JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER
Laredo, TX
08.2011 - 05.2015
  • Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).

Adjunct Instructor of Special Education

TEXAS A&M INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Laredo, T
09.2008 - 05.2011
  • Appraised student understanding by applying course content and gauging comprehension.
  • Examined and graded assignments and assessments to report grades to appropriate personnel.
  • Designed and distributed feedback forms to continually improve teaching skills and develop stronger connection with students.
  • Studied program needs and enhanced content and teaching methods to better communicate material.
  • Attended meetings and workshops to refine and enhance instructional skills.
  • Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
  • Organized, prepared, and revised Special Education course material and applied technological options for online and course-related software.

Homebound Teacher

United ISD Special Education Department
Laredo, TX
08.2006 - 05.2011
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into home/facility instruction.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
  • Completed student progress reports to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.

Resource Math Teacher

United ISD United Middle School
Laredo, TX
08.2005 - 05.2006
  • Designed and implemented Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students with special needs.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students based on variety of instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Maintained accurate and complete student records to prepare reports on children and activities.
  • Prepared classrooms for class activities and provided variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use throughout day.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Tailored education and development goals to match individual student abilities and needs.

Elementary General Music Teacher

United ISD Arnd Elementary School
Laredo, TX
01.2000 - 01.2005
  • Led instrumental students in playing simple ensemble songs.
  • Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
  • Taught students to identify different instruments from instrument's sound and shape.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Taught curriculum enhanced lesson plans to educate 900+ students about fundamentals and history of music.
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
  • Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.

Special Education Resource Teacher

United ISD Clark Elementary School
Laredo, T
08.1997 - 05.2000
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
  • Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
  • Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.

Education

Master of Science - Special Education, Psychometrics, ED, ABA Deaf Ed.

TEXAS A&M INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Laredo, TX
05.2007

Bachelor of Interdisciplinary StudiesMajor - Special Education

TEXAS A&M INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Laredo, TX
05.1998

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

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