Jamesha Watson
Summary
Professional educator with significant experience in special education, prepared to make a meaningful impact. Skilled in developing individualized learning plans, employing diverse instructional strategies, and fostering inclusive classroom environments. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving measurable educational outcomes. Reliable, flexible, and adept at addressing unique needs of students.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Exceptional Education Teacher - Self - Contained
Vernon Johns Middle School/Blandford 6th Academy
08.2024 - Current
- Develop a specialized curriculum for diverse learners, fostering an inclusive classroom environment
- Coordinate with support staff to address students' social and emotional needs
- Develop IEPs (Individualized Education Plans) for students, tracking progress and meeting educational standards
- Increase student motivation and create an engaging and supportive classroom environment
- Develop and implement behavior intervention plans to improve student behavior
- Serve on the student leadership team representing Special Education at Blandford 6th Academy
Behavior Technician
Let’s Put Our Kids First
09.2022 - Current
- Provide Applied Behavior Analysis therapy for children
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs
- Observe, monitor, and collect data on problem behaviors through programming, graphs, and daily notes
- Work under the supervision of a BCBA
- Display sensitivity to the cultural needs of the clients and families served
Extended School Year Summer School Teacher
Petersburg City Public Schools
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Developed and implemented engaging instructional materials for diverse learners, resulting in increased student engagement and success
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating real-life examples and hands-on activities in lessons
- Applied IEP ESY goals and monitored student progress
- Supported the social-emotional well-being of students through individual check-ins and group discussions addressing topics such as self-esteem-building activities or coping mechanisms during times of stress
Exceptional Education Teacher - Inclusion
Vernon Johns Middle School/Blandford 6th Academy
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented Individualized Education Plans and attended IEP meetings
- Managed a caseload and collaborated with general education teachers to plan and implement lesson plans with specially designed instruction
- Managed student behavior by developing and implementing behavior intervention plans and teaching coping/regulation/behavior strategies to support students’ self-control
- Collected data for Functional Behavior Assessments and developed Behavior Intervention Plans
- Served on the student leadership team representing Special Education at Blandford 6th Academy
After-school Tutoring Site Coordinator at Blandford 6th Academy
Petersburg City Public Schools
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Developed engaging lessons for after-school tutoring in the areas of Mathematics and English
- Coordinated daily site operations to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of projects
- Improved team efficiency by organizing and managing resources effectively
- Kept track of timesheets and spreadsheets for payroll processing
Student Teacher, Seventh Grade - RTR
John Rolfe Middle School
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Developed lesson plans for 7th grade self-contained mathematics
- Incorporated technology into instruction
- Developed and implemented classroom management strategies
- Became familiar with IEPs and attended IEP meetings
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs
Education
Master of Science - Psychology- Applied Behavior Analysis
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY05-2027
Master of Education - Special Education
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Criminology/Criminal Justice
Longwood University
Farmville, VA05-2019
Bachelor of Science - Sociology, Concentration: Family Studies
Longwood University
Farmville, VA05-2019
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Classroom management
- Behavioral management
- IEP development and implementation
- Data analysis
- Adaptive learning techniques
- Social-emotional learning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Excellent communication
Certification
- CPR
- Dyslexia
- Child Abuse/Neglect Training Certificate
- QMHP-T
- Virginia Teaching License (PGP-0699636)
Timeline
Exceptional Education Teacher - Self - Contained
Vernon Johns Middle School/Blandford 6th Academy
08.2024 - Current
After-school Tutoring Site Coordinator at Blandford 6th Academy
Petersburg City Public Schools
01.2024 - 05.2024
Behavior Technician
Let’s Put Our Kids First
09.2022 - Current
Extended School Year Summer School Teacher
Petersburg City Public Schools
08.2021 - 08.2024
Exceptional Education Teacher - Inclusion
Vernon Johns Middle School/Blandford 6th Academy
08.2021 - 06.2024
Student Teacher, Seventh Grade - RTR
John Rolfe Middle School
08.2020 - 06.2021
Master of Science - Psychology- Applied Behavior Analysis
Eastern Kentucky University
Master of Education - Special Education
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Science - Criminology/Criminal Justice
Longwood University
Bachelor of Science - Sociology, Concentration: Family Studies
Longwood University
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