Jaclyn Horbacz
Barnegat Township
Summary
Accomplished Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Edison Township Board of Education, adept in IEP and BIP implementation and fostering cognitive and behavioral development. Leveraged engaging, hands-on activities to enhance student literacy and cultural awareness, achieving significant academic and behavioral improvements. Skilled in creating inclusive, motivating learning environments, demonstrating exceptional classroom management and conflict resolution.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher - Grades 6-8
Edison Township Board of Education
09.2014 - Current
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Created and implemented IEP's for Special Education students.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Howell Township Board of Education
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behavior.
- Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study by following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
Special Education Teacher - Grade 5
New Egypt Board of Education
09.2007 - 06.2010
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
Georgian Court University
Lakewood, New Jersey 0870105-2007
Skills
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Excellent classroom management
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Motivating students
- Cognitive and behavioral development
Timeline
Special Education Teacher - Grades 6-8
Edison Township Board of Education
09.2014 - Current
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Howell Township Board of Education
01.2013 - 12.2013
Special Education Teacher - Grade 5
New Egypt Board of Education
09.2007 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
Georgian Court University
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