Jake Slade
Sunnyside
Summary
Dedicated teacher with a strong focus on student advocacy, individualized education plans, and classroom inclusion. Committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that empowers every student to thrive.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Math Resource Room Teacher
Granger School District
Granger
09.2024 - Current
- Organized and coordinated Special Olympics at Granger High School, creating meaningful opportunities for student participation, leadership, and inclusion.
- Collaborated with general education teachers through co-teaching to provide accommodations, modifications, and differentiated instruction that supported student access to grade-level curriculum.
- Facilitated IEP meetings, engaging stakeholders in discussions, reviewing student progress, and developing individualized plans that addressed academic, behavioral, and transition needs.
- Designed and implemented individualized behavior intervention plans and measurable goals tailored to each student’s unique strengths and areas of need.
- Monitored student progress through data collection and analysis, informing instructional decisions that supported academic growth.
- Built strong relationships with students, families, staff, and community partners to foster a supportive and collaborative educational environment.
- Advocated for students by ensuring access to appropriate services, accommodations, and opportunities for success in both academic and extracurricular settings.
- Provided direct instruction in mathematics using evidence-based strategies to meet diverse learning needs and improve student achievement.
- Supported students in developing self-advocacy, organizational skills, and independence both in and out of the classroom.
- Worked closely with multidisciplinary teams, including counselors, psychologists, speech therapists, and administrators, to provide comprehensive support for students.
- Assisted students with transition planning, helping them prepare for post-secondary education, employment, and independent living.
- Fostered an inclusive classroom environment where students felt valued and empowered, promoting their engagement and achievement.
Long Term Sub Life Skills
Sunnyside School District
Sunnyside
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with students with disabilities to align IEP goals with classroom lessons
- Provided one-on-one tutoring to support struggling students in completing classroom assignments.
Substitute teacher
Granger School District
Granger
10.2021 - 02.2023
- Collaborated with teachers to implement lesson plans and instructional materials.
- Adapted teaching methods to meet different learning styles and needs.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain a positive and respectful atmosphere.
Education
Elementary Education - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06-2023
Masters of Special Education - Special Education
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA04-2026
Skills
- IEP development
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative teaching
- Special education strategies
- Behavior management
- Classroom inclusion
- Reading support
- Writing support
- Assessment methods
- Transition strategies
- IEP meetings
- Paraprofessional management
- Behavioral strategies
- Parent communication
- Parent collaboration
- Student advocacy
- Self-advocacy
- Emotional guidance
Timeline
High School Math Resource Room Teacher
Granger School District
09.2024 - Current
Long Term Sub Life Skills
Sunnyside School District
09.2023 - 12.2023
Substitute teacher
Granger School District
10.2021 - 02.2023
Elementary Education - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Masters of Special Education - Special Education
Eastern Washington University