Jacob Hall
Norfolk
Summary
Dedicated Special Education professional skilled in classroom management, data management, and team collaboration. Committed to leveraging data management and tailored instructional strategies to drive student success and promote engagement in diverse learning settings. A history of leading and collaborating with a team to support student and team success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
College Park Elementary, Virginia Beach, VA
08.2023 - 06.2026
- Served as Special Education mentor to train new staff on special education best practices and compliance requirements.
- Led the Special Education team as Special Education Grade Chair to coordinate team efforts and progress.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
Special Education Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Princess Anne High School, Virginia Beach, VA
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Worked with the STEP program over the summer to work with students who have needs related to trauma or behavioral services.
- Co-taught with a psychologist in the classroom in order to reach all the needs of the students.
- Enhanced students communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
Special Education Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Shelton Park Elementary. Virginia Beach. VA
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Worked between two different schools, managing lesson plans and teacher assistants to facilitate learning in both locations.
Special Education Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Windsor Woods Elementary, Virginia Beach, VA
01.2020 - 06.2023
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles and student needs.
- Assessed student performance regularly to identify areas for improvement and provide targeted support.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects enhancing curriculum relevance and student engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA12-2019
Skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Data management
- Classroom management
- Group and individual instruction
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Differentiated instruction
Certification
- Virginia Special Education General Curriculum License, K-12
- Dyslexia Awareness Certification
- Child Abuse and Neglect: Recognizing, Reporting, and Responding for Educators
- Heartsaver First Aid, CPR, AED Certification
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
07.2025 - 08.2025
Special Education Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
08.2023 - 06.2026
Special Education Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
08.2022 - 06.2023
Special Education Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
01.2020 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Old Dominion University