Jacob Didion
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Professional with expertise in coordinating teams and managing complex projects. Proficient in strategic planning and operational improvement, leading to enhanced efficiency and productivity. Successfully implemented innovative solutions that drove positive organizational changes. Achieved a 95% family engagement rate, significantly improving student success through data analysis and stakeholder collaboration.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home/School Coordinator
East Allen County Schools
Woodburn, IN
08.2022 - Current
- Requested by the administration to be a collaborative team player, serving as a liaison with social services agencies and actively contributing to the review and revision of safety plans ensuring stakeholder alignment and customer success.
- Committed to data-driven decision-making, regularly analyzing and graphing student success and behavioral data under the supervision of the principal.
- Serve as a mediator, student advocate, and administrator support person for the elementary as a whole.
- Organized training sessions for staff on educational programs and tools.
- Referred to student performance data to set educational goals and standards.
Truancy Officer
Indiana Gateway Digital Academy
Fort Wayne, IN
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Advanced rapidly from within to increasing levels of responsibility and oversight.
- Collaborate with administrators to develop and implement student truancy plans for the purpose of improving school attendance.
- Evaluate key data points to improve student success and school attendance.
- Consult with family members to develop goals, provide additional support for students, remove barriers, and increase attendance.
- Successfully decreased truancy rates in 2021; used proactive intervention strategies and collaborated with the Department of Child Services.
Student Support Administrator
Indiana Gateway Digital Academy
Fort Wayne, IN
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Hired to focus on student success and manage a team of specialists, including advisors, community engagement staff members, and attendance officers.
- Consistently exceeded engagement goals and created process improvements.
- Achieved a 95% for the number of families contracted within each month of the school year.
- Over 93% of students took the school-specific standardized test.
- Conducted performance evaluations and recommended training programs for staff development.
- Supervised administrative staff, delegating tasks and managing workload distribution.
- Served as the primary point of contact for external stakeholders, including clients and partners.
Independent Sales Representative
TZ Lifestyle
Fort Wayne, IN
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Versatile and customer-centric; developed a sales pipeline and identified new business opportunities.
- Utilized a comprehensive CRM to track customer accounts.
- Researched industry trends and market activities for advertising opportunities and promotions.
- Identified new business opportunities by emailing, direct calling, networking, and attending trade shows.
- Consistently exceed revenue goals by 20%-30%; sold high-quality polarized sunglasses and waterproof wood watches.
- Recognized for attracting consumers and promoting the company brand by offering exclusive incentives; negotiated terms and prices for select products.
- Facilitated one-on-one and group trainings for colleagues to gain knowledge on the quoting systems, products, sales strategies, and market penetration.
Special Education Teacher
East Allen County Schools
Heritage Junior / Senior High School, IN
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Recruited to return to the school district to assist with supporting and mentoring a group of 15+ students with emotional and intellectual disabilities.
- Established academic and personal goals for each student and tracked progress.
- Communicated with family members regarding behavioral needs and academic concerns.
- Assisted with creating schedules, routines, and personalized learning experiences for each student.
- Provided an environment that stimulated critical thinking, respect for diversity/inclusion, and a spirit of service for all students enrolled.
Special Education Teacher
Central Noble Junior / Senior School
Albion, IN
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Focused on the academic achievements and personal growth of 20 middle school students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create activities and lessons tied to IEP’s, goals, common core standards, and themes.
- Communicated with families, administrators, and students regarding emotional, social, personal, and academic issues.
Behavior Specialist
Garrett-Keyser-Butler Community Schools
Garrett, IN
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Worked to raise student achievement and participated in ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Provided support to at-risk students, including addressing conduct, disciple, and attendance issues.
- Supervised large-scale student assemblies, safety drills, and arrival/dismissal procedures.
- Key player in helping faculty members create a supportive and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning.
Student Assistance Specialist
East Allen County Schools
Woodburn, IN
07.2012 - 06.2013
- Provided ongoing support for students and faculty members.
- Supervised student lunches and after-school programs.
- Designed professional development sessions for faculty and staff members to gain information about academic policies and programs.
- Maintained a list of community resources to provide additional support for specific student populations.
- Selected to offer individual and group counseling sessions for students and families in need.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
GARDNER-WEBB UNIVERSITY
Boiling Springs, NCSkills
- School safety protocols
- Conflict resolution
- Program design
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Data analysis
- Stakeholder engagement
- Account management
Certification
School Safety Specialist
Sales Experience
TZ Lifestyle, Fort Wayne, IN, Independent Sales Representative, 01/2017, 12/2021
Versatile and customer-centric
Utilized a comprehensive CRM to track customer accounts.,
Identified new business opportunities by emailing, direct calling, networking, and attending trade shows., Consistently exceeded revenue goals by 20%-30%
Recognized for attracting consumers and promoting the company brand by offering exclusive incentives;
Timeline
Home/School Coordinator
East Allen County Schools
08.2022 - Current
Truancy Officer
Indiana Gateway Digital Academy
01.2021 - 01.2022
Student Support Administrator
Indiana Gateway Digital Academy
08.2020 - 12.2021
Special Education Teacher
East Allen County Schools
01.2019 - 01.2020
Special Education Teacher
Central Noble Junior / Senior School
01.2018 - 01.2019
Independent Sales Representative
TZ Lifestyle
01.2017 - 01.2021
Behavior Specialist
Garrett-Keyser-Butler Community Schools
01.2014 - 01.2018
Student Assistance Specialist
East Allen County Schools
07.2012 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
GARDNER-WEBB UNIVERSITY