Jacyn Cook
Stone Mountain,GA
Summary
Experienced and compassionate Special Education Teacher with a well-rounded skill set in addressing the unique needs of each student. Proficient in creating effective lesson plans that accommodate special circumstances, providing appropriate and individualized instruction to foster lifelong learning. Demonstrates expertise in developing, implementing, and serving as the teacher of record for Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities. Adept at overseeing the evaluation process and effectively leading a team of educators.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Dekalb County School System
07.2024 - Current
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
Instructional Support Teacher
Hapeville Charter Career Academy
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Supported teachers by providing feedback regarding instructional strategies used in the classroom setting.
- Managed the move-in, Initial eligibility, and reevaluation processes for all students in Special Education.
- Facilitated IEP meetings by serving as the LEA to discuss student performance data and develop goals for improvement.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators, counselors, psychologists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other professionals to ensure that students receive appropriate support services.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Monitored classrooms during instruction to ensure that all students were engaged in activities appropriately.
- Encouraged a safe environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and expressing themselves freely.
- Worked closely with families of special needs children to ensure they are receiving necessary resources at home.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers entering the field of special education.
Interrelated Special Education Teacher
Atlanta Public School System
07.2018 - 07.2023
- Engaged in professional development activities to stay updated on educational trends
- Collaborated effectively with administrators, teachers, parents, and other stakeholders to ensure the best outcomes for students
- Maintained open communication between families, staff members, administrators and outside agencies involved in the care of each student
- Demonstrated strong classroom management skills while maintaining an environment conducive to learning
- Provided individual and group instruction to students with disabilities, utilizing a variety of evidence-based instructional strategies
- Participated in IEP meetings by providing input about student progress or lack thereof
- Utilized data collection systems to track student progress towards academic goals
- Developed and implemented IEPs for students with special needs, in compliance with state and federal regulations
- Worked closely with speech language pathologists, occupational therapists, school psychologists, counselors and other professionals as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Assisted in developing behavior plans for students with challenging behaviors
- Conducted regular assessments and documented student performance using appropriate tools.
Concierge
Beacon Property Management Services
11.2015 - 06.2018
- Monitor security cameras for normal and suspicious activity
- Issue visitor parking passes and alert residents to visitor arrivals and food deliveries
- Manage emergency situations such as leaks, floods and fires according to company procedure
- Receive, log and issue packages from various delivery agents to residents and businesses in the building
- Maintain a clean, open and welcoming environment for all residents, guests and other visitors at the Concierge desk.
Event Staff Member
CSC Event Management
01.2013 - 10.2015
- Manage crowds at events, employee logistics, checking bags, scanning tickets, verifying credentials, maintaining boundaries, answering questions and interacting with very special guests and the public
- Adapted quickly when faced with unexpected changes or challenges
- Provided exemplary customer service when interacting with event attendees
- Monitored staff performance during events to ensure quality standards were met.
Teacher
Abu Dhabi Education Council
08.2011 - 03.2012
- Designed the curriculum, lesson objectives and assessments based on assigned unit topic
- Deftly managed a constantly changing class schedule and often unannounced interruptions
- Created a school-wide initiative to design core subject cross-curriculum activities
- Developed innovative ways to engage reluctant learners by incorporating music, art or literature into daily lessons
- Adapted course materials according to individual student's language proficiency levels in order facilitate understanding of subject matter content
- Integrated a variety of instructional techniques such as project-based learning, cooperative learning groups, role playing scenarios and simulations into daily lessons
- Managed student behavioral issues to optimize classroom learning environment
- Encouraged healthy social interactions among peers by facilitating group discussions about current events or topics of interest
- Promoted critical thinking to help students develop problem-solving skills
- Provided feedback to parents regarding student's academic growth and behavioral development
Teacher
DeKalb County School System
08.2004 - 05.2011
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, implementation of best practices, professional development activities and sharing resources across grade levels
- Developed innovative ways to engage reluctant learners by incorporating music, art or literature into daily lessons
- Organized field trips to local museums, parks or educational attractions to provide hands-on learning experiences for students
- Planned extracurricular activities such as after school clubs or special projects that provided enrichment opportunities for students.
Education
B.A. DEGREE ENGLISH -
HOWARD UNIVERSITY
Washington, DCM. ED DEGREE SECONDARY ENGLISH EDUCATION -
GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY
Atlanta, GASkills
- Educational Strategies
- Special Education
- IEP Compliance
- Teacher Education
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Growth mindset
- Differentiated instruction
Certification
- SP ED LANGUAGE ARTS COGNITIVE LEVEL (P-5, 4-8, 6-12) [FLD932] SRT
- SP ED GENERAL CURRICULUM (P-12) CONSULTATIVE [FLD798] SRT
- GIFTED IN-FIELD [FLD881] SRT
- ENGLISH (6-12) [FLD730]
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Dekalb County School System
07.2024 - Current
Instructional Support Teacher
Hapeville Charter Career Academy
07.2023 - 07.2024
Interrelated Special Education Teacher
Atlanta Public School System
07.2018 - 07.2023
Concierge
Beacon Property Management Services
11.2015 - 06.2018
Event Staff Member
CSC Event Management
01.2013 - 10.2015
Teacher
Abu Dhabi Education Council
08.2011 - 03.2012
Teacher
DeKalb County School System
08.2004 - 05.2011
M. ED DEGREE SECONDARY ENGLISH EDUCATION -
GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY
B.A. DEGREE ENGLISH -
HOWARD UNIVERSITY
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