Jacob Forystek
Waukesha,WI
Summary
Dynamic Special Education teacher skilled at creating Individual Education Plans and encouraging inclusivity in the classroom. Strong classroom management skills drive student success and enhance parent engagement, while innovative instructional techniques boost academic and social development for diverse learners.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
School District of Waukesha - Waukesha South
Waukesha, WI
08.2007 - Current
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Implemented instruction that raised reading fluency and comprehension skills.
- Delivered specialized instruction to help students grasp complex concepts in one-on-one settings.
- Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and academic progress.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
Special Education Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
Milwaukee, WI
06.2003 - 05.2007
- Enhanced students' physical, behavioral and social skills through class activities.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of students.
- Established positive relationships with students and their families.
- Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
Soldier - Heavy Equipment Transport Operator
Wisconsin Army National Guard
Beloit, WI
01.2003 - 05.2005
- Loaded, equipped, and manned heavy equipment transport vehicles for missions.
- Operated, monitored and performed limited maintenance on mission-critical systems.
- Practiced first aid and emergency response drills.
Infantryman
USMC Reserve
Madison, WI
03.1999 - 03.2003
- Led small teams in tactical training operations under stressful conditions.
- Maintained peak physical condition to stay ready for challenging missions.
- Conducted training exercises to ensure proficiency in infantry skills.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Cardinal Stritch University
Glendale, WI12-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
Magdalen College
Warner, NHMaster of Science - School Business Management
University of Wisconsin, Whitewater
Whitewater, WISkills
- Individual education plans
- Behavior management
- Curriculum development
- Data analysis
- Student assessment
- Leadership
- Behavioral intervention
- Communication
- Problem solving
- Customer service
- Conflict resolution
- Instructional techniques
- Team collaboration
- Classroom inclusion
- Adapted learning strategies
- Interpersonal skills
Certification
- 5008 - School Business Administrator - Lifetime License
- 1801 - Cross-Categorical Special Education - Lifetime License
- CPR/AED/First-Aid Certification - Renew 11/2026
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
School District of Waukesha - Waukesha South
08.2007 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
06.2003 - 05.2007
Soldier - Heavy Equipment Transport Operator
Wisconsin Army National Guard
01.2003 - 05.2005
Infantryman
USMC Reserve
03.1999 - 03.2003
Master of Arts - Special Education
Cardinal Stritch University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
Magdalen College
Master of Science - School Business Management
University of Wisconsin, Whitewater
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