Hi, I’m
Jahaan Davis
Cockeysville,MD
Summary
Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of special education principles, strong listening skills and a deep understanding of IDEA. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
Work History
KIPP Harmony Academy
IEP Chair
2022.07 - Current (2 years & 2 months)
Job overview
- Serve as instructional leader in overseeing development and implementation of 75-105 students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
- Complete evaluations to write educational reports.
- Arranges for participation of required IEP team members (including general educators, related service providers & special educators.).
- Collaborate with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Attend mandatory citywide IEP team chair trainings.
- Act as liaison between administrators, campus departments, and staff to facilitate effective implementation of instructional services for students with disabilities.
- Streamline decision-making processes for increased efficiency and productivity within organization.
- Support and supervise team of 10 Special Educators and 7 Related Service Providers with completion of IEP team responsibilities
KIPP Harmony Academy
Special Education Teacher
2019.07 - 2022.07 (3 years)
Job overview
- Monitored student progress monthly using various tools and assessments.
- Utilize student's present levels to determine to curate academic IEP goals and objectives.
- Monitored student's behavioral patterns and arranged appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with support staff (e.g school counselors and speech therapists) to create holistic intervention plans.
- Promoted positive learning environment through use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Prepared and implemented curriculum-based lesson plans and interventions.
- Case managed 15-25 students with IEPs across grade levels Kindergarten to Third grade.
KIPP Harmony Academy
Graduate Teaching Assistant
2018.08 - 2019.07 (11 months)
Job overview
- Participated in curriculum development meetings with faculty members, offering insights from teaching assistant perspective to improve course design.
- Worked with teachers in evaluating student progress, needs and gains.
- Kept accurate records of student performance to track student progress and provide feedback on performance.
- Developed strong rapport with students through open communication channels, fostering inclusive learning environment.
- Helped teachers prepare for instruction by getting materials ready or setting up equipment.
- Assisted teachers with recordkeeping, such as calculating grades and tracking attendance and tardiness.
- Assisted in development of course materials, ensuring content was relevant and engaging for students.
- Managed classroom of 25 diverse learners, implementing differentiated instruction strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Worked with special needs students in inclusion setting.
Education
Johns Hopkins University , Baltimore, MD
Master of Science from Education
06.2020
University of Delaware , Newark, DE
Bachelor of Arts from Linguistics
05.2018
University Overview
- Elected to President for Black Student Union in 2016
- Elected to Vice President for Black Student Union in 2015
- Elected to Mentor for Each One Reach One in 2015
Skills
- Microsoft Proficient
- Specially Designed Instruction
- Tutoring
- Linguist Experience
- Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Google Proficient
- Classroom Management
- IDEA Knowledge
Certification
- Licensed Special Education Teacher - 5 years
- Licensed Early Childhood Education Teacher - 5 years
Timeline
IEP Chair
KIPP Harmony Academy
2022.07 - Current (2 years & 2 months)
Special Education Teacher
KIPP Harmony Academy
2019.07 - 2022.07 (3 years)
Graduate Teaching Assistant
KIPP Harmony Academy
2018.08 - 2019.07 (11 months)
Johns Hopkins University
Master of Science from Education
University of Delaware
Bachelor of Arts from Linguistics
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