Jacqueline Gaydos
Royersford,PA
Summary
Compassionate special education teacher with several years of experience teaching mentally disabled students in contained classroom and general education classroom. Employs variety of instructional techniques and strategies aligned with instructional objectives to meet needs of all students. Enforces classroom rules to encourage positive behavior.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Reading School District
Reading, PA
08.2006 - 06.2024
- Implemented evidence-based interventions to improve academic, communication, and social skills.
- Utilized a variety of instructional materials such as visuals, manipulatives, games.
- Conducted assessments to identify areas of need and develop appropriate goals for each student.
- Developed strategies to promote positive social interactions among students.
- Served as an advocate for students with special needs within the school district.
- Facilitated small group instruction targeting specific areas of need as identified by assessment results or teacher referral.
- Utilized research-based strategies for effective academic intervention in a variety of settings.
- Assessed student progress through ongoing formative and summative assessments.
- Created an environment that was conducive to learning through positive reinforcement methods.
- Monitored student progress regularly using data collection systems such as curriculum-based measurements.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on state standards and the needs of the students.
Education
Academic Leadership - Supervision of Special Education
PENN State Post Graduate Coursework
Online08-2013
Master of Science - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ08-2008
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA12-1989
Skills
- Motivating students
- Progress Evaluations
- Lesson Planning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Excellent classroom management
- Behavior Modifications
- Academic Leadership
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Parent Communication
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Transition planning
- Life Skills Instruction
Certification
PA Certifications
- Elementary Education K-8
- Mid-level Science 6-9
- Special Education K-12
- Supervision of Special Education
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Reading School District
08.2006 - 06.2024
Academic Leadership - Supervision of Special Education
PENN State Post Graduate Coursework
Master of Science - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
PA Certifications
- Elementary Education K-8
- Mid-level Science 6-9
- Special Education K-12
- Supervision of Special Education
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