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Jacolby Ashworth

Humble

Summary

Experienced with developing and implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs. Utilizes effective behavior management techniques to create positive and inclusive classroom environment. Track record of collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support student success and development.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Humble ISD
08.2022 - 12.2024
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
  • Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
  • Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
  • Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.

Adaptive Behavior Teacher 3-5 Brookhollow Elem.

Lufkin ISD
01.2016 - 05.2022
  • Creating and implementing Reading, Language Arts, and Social Studies lesson plans
  • Contributing to IEP’s and goals for each, individual student (17 students).
  • Mentoring 5th grade boys (Leadership Pack). Implementing social skills and general, proper behavior in relation to society.
  • Collaborated with regular education teachers and related service staff to develop PLAAFP and annual goals/objectives for IEPs and to assist in providing an appropriate education for eligible students
  • Oversee the responsibilities of the para professional in implementing student programs, to include training in regards to data collection and implementation of specific instructional strategies
  • Collected and maintained data related to student progress and grades and report progress on IEP goals/objectives and grades as stipulated by district policy and ARD documents
  • Provided appropriate behavior management techniques
  • Attended district required and job specific trainings and staff development (i.e., training on conscious discipline, content specific trainings, structured settings, PLAAFP prep, STAAR ALT etc.)
  • Collaborating with team teachers and Special Education teachers
  • Made parent connections weekly
  • Cultivated strong relationships with students
  • Volunteered time for Fall Festival activities
  • Taught extended day for extra practice for STAAR
  • Accommodated and modified materials for special education students
  • Attended district required and job specific trainings & staff development

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

University of Houston
Houston, TX
05-2013

High School Diploma -

Lufkin High School
Lufkin, TX
05-2008

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Classroom management
  • Individual education plans ieps
  • Small group instruction
  • Lesson planning

Campus Leadership Experience

Collaborating with campus administration, Mentoring at-risk 5th grade boys (Leadership Pack), Facilitating Power Hour (campus extended day program), Head coach for the campus basketball team, Spoke to parents and students at a community and district wide meeting about the importance of academics as a student-athlete

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Humble ISD
08.2022 - 12.2024

Adaptive Behavior Teacher 3-5 Brookhollow Elem.

Lufkin ISD
01.2016 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

University of Houston

High School Diploma -

Lufkin High School