Jade Stone
Mount Vernon,IL
Summary
Special education professional with proven track record of fostering inclusive learning environments and implementing effective instructional strategies. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and achieving positive educational outcomes, adaptable to changing classroom dynamics. Skilled in behavior management, curriculum development, and student advocacy, bringing reliability and flexibility to role.
Qualified [Desired Position] with solid background in Special Education, providing tailored instructional strategies for diverse learning needs. Successfully implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) to enhance student engagement and progress. Demonstrated expertise in behavior management and fostering inclusive classroom environments.
Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments.
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
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Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher (k-4)
Spring Garden Elementary School
Mt. Vernon, IL
- 09.2024
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for all subject areas
- Adapted instructional methods to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Designed lessons based on knowledge of the students, community, and curriculum goals
- Gained experience preparing students for standardized tests
- Developed classroom management strategies by using positive reinforcement and energetic instruction
- Participated in professional development workshops
- Fostered an atmosphere of respect for individual viewpoints
- Adapted interactive lessons for virtual platform delivery
- Created and implemented Individual Education Plans
- Implemented Behavior Intervention plans
Preschool Sub
SIU Southern Region Early Childhood Program
Akin, IL
- 09.2024
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for all subject areas
- Adapted instructional methods to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Designed lessons based on knowledge of the students, community, and curriculum goals
- Gained knowledge in helping students be prepared for kindergarten
- Developed classroom management strategies by using positive reinforcement and energetic instruction
- Participated in professional development workshops
- Fostered an atmosphere of respect for individual viewpoints
Student teacher (3rd grade)
Northward Elementary School
Tuscola, IL
- 03.2024
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for all subject areas
- Adapted instructional methods to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Designed lessons based on knowledge of the students, community, and curriculum goals
- Gained experience preparing students for standardized tests
- Developed classroom management strategies by using positive reinforcement and energetic instruction
- Participated in professional development workshops
- Fostered an atmosphere of respect for individual viewpoints
- Adapted interactive lessons for virtual platform delivery
Practicum Student (1st Grade)
Villa Grove CUSD #302
Villa Grove, IL
- 09.2023
- Planned lessons for whole class and small groups
- Collaborated with cooperating teacher to create daily activities relating to state standards
- Established a respectful and fun classroom atmosphere
- Collaborated with cooperating teacher to develop assessments
Orientation Leader
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL
- 06.2023
- Led students on tours around campus
- Informed students about resources on campus
- Registered students for classes
- Oversaw students on an outing for a volunteer opportunity
Practicum Student (3rd Grade)
Carl Sandburg Elementary School
Charleston, IL
- 03.2023
- Planned lessons for whole class and small groups
- Collaborated with cooperating teacher to create daily activities relating to state standards
- Established a respectful and fun classroom atmosphere
Student observer
Observation Videos
- 09.2021
- Learned instructional methods and teaching styles
- Observed classroom management styles and methods for addressing challenging classroom situations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL05-2024
Learning Behavior Specialist 1 - Education
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL12-2025
Early Childhood Endorsement - Education
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL09-2024
Skills
- Proficient with these software programs and curriculum:
- Microsoft Office
- TeacherEase
- NearPod
- Google Classroom
- Zoom
- MyMath
- GoMath
- Wonders
- Second Step/Leader in Me
- Mystery Science
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans ieps
- Small group instruction
- Relationship building
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative teamwork
- Data management
- Inclusion strategies
- Team collaboration
- Group and individual instruction
- Motivating students
- Parent communication
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- De-escalation techniques
- Special education
- Social skills development
- Behavior intervention plans
- Trained in CPI
- Visual supports
- Student support
- Curriculum adjustments
- Progress evaluations
- Life skills instruction
- Assessment strategies
- Skills development
- Elementary education
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Excellent classroom management
- IEP implementation
- MS office proficient
- Competent in smartboard technology
- Autism spectrum
- IEP development
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Student recordkeeping
ACTIVITIES
National Residence Hall Honorary Director of Recognition Residence Hall Association President Vice President of Administration and Finance Representative Illinois Reading Council Great Lakes Affiliate of College and University Residence Halls Coordinating Officer for Presidents and Education Council on University Planning and Budgeting National Residence Hall Honorary Director of Recognition Residence Hall Association President Vice President of Administration and Finance Representative Illinois Reading Council Great Lakes Affiliate of College and University Residence Halls Coordinating Officer for Presidents and Education Council on University Planning and Budgeting
Certification
Trained in PEAK and FISH
CPI Trained
Trained in Orton Gingham cirriculum
Timeline
Special Education Teacher (k-4)
Spring Garden Elementary School
- 09.2024
Preschool Sub
SIU Southern Region Early Childhood Program
- 09.2024
Student teacher (3rd grade)
Northward Elementary School
- 03.2024
Practicum Student (1st Grade)
Villa Grove CUSD #302
- 09.2023
Orientation Leader
Eastern Illinois University
- 06.2023
Practicum Student (3rd Grade)
Carl Sandburg Elementary School
- 03.2023
Student observer
Observation Videos
- 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern Illinois University
Learning Behavior Specialist 1 - Education
Western Illinois University
Early Childhood Endorsement - Education
Eastern Illinois University
HONORS
Dean’s List, Charles and Megan Scruby Price Elementary Education Scholarship, Sean McKinney Memorial Scholarship, EI&U Leadership Fund