Summary
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Jamie Ferguson

Jamie Ferguson

Teacher
Moody,TX

Summary

Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Temple ISD, Kennedy-Powell STEM Academy
08.2022 - 02.2024
  • Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
  • Streamlined classroom processes by integrating technology tools such as interactive whiteboards and assistive devices designed for students with disabilities.
  • Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
  • Provided emotional support to students and families.
  • Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
  • Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.

3rd Grade Teacher

Belton ISD
08.2019 - 06.2022
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Boosted students'' critical thinking skills through group activities and problem-solving exercises.
  • Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.

4th Grade Teacher

Killeen Independent School District
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consequences while fostering a respectful learning environment.
  • Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
  • Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, addressing the unique needs of each student in the classroom.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.

Educational Aide II

Belton ISD
09.2017 - 05.2018
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
  • Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.

Secretary IV

Temple College- Texas Bioscience Institute
11.2015 - 07.2017
  • Received and screened a high volume of internal and external communications, including email and mail
  • Managed the receptionist area, including greeting visitors and responding to telephone and in-person requests for information
  • Maintained attendance reports for 100+ dual credit high school students
  • Made copies, sent faxes and handled incoming and outgoing correspondence
  • Maintained and coordinated vacation, conference rooms, and travel schedules.

Public Health and Prevention Specialist, Zoonosis

State of Texas Department of State Health Services
08.2012 - 11.2015
  • Communicated with customers, employees, and other individuals to answer questions, disseminate or explain information, and address complaints
  • Coordinated and make travel reservations, meeting registrations and submit all travel paperwork
  • Compiled, copied, sorted, and filed records of office activities, business transactions, and other activities
  • Processed and prepared documents, such as business or government forms and expense reports
  • Completed inventory and order materials, supplies, and services.
  • Enhanced community awareness of Zoonosis related issues through engaging presentations and workshops.
  • Served as a liaison between clients, families, and healthcare providers, streamlining communication.

Psychiatric Nursing Assistant I - II

State of Texas Department of State Health Services, Waco Center For Youth
02.2010 - 08.2012
  • Supervised and trained; assigned work duties when in charge
  • Monitored clients' physical and emotional well-being and report unusual behavior or physical ailments
  • Encouraged clients to develop skills and to participate in social, or other therapeutic activities
  • Restrained violent, potentially violent, or suicidal clients by verbal or physical means as required.

Education

Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction -

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
02.2021

Bachelors of Healthcare Management in Business Management and Healthcare Management -

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, TX
05.2017

Skills

  • Lesson Planning
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Individualized Instruction
  • Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI)
  • Behavior Modification Techniques
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Positive Role Model
  • Curriculum Development
  • Relationship Building
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Motivating students

Certification

Special Education Grades (EC-12)

Core Subjects (EC-6)

English as a Second Language (EC-12)


Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Temple ISD, Kennedy-Powell STEM Academy
08.2022 - 02.2024

3rd Grade Teacher

Belton ISD
08.2019 - 06.2022

4th Grade Teacher

Killeen Independent School District
08.2018 - 05.2019

Educational Aide II

Belton ISD
09.2017 - 05.2018

Secretary IV

Temple College- Texas Bioscience Institute
11.2015 - 07.2017

Public Health and Prevention Specialist, Zoonosis

State of Texas Department of State Health Services
08.2012 - 11.2015

Psychiatric Nursing Assistant I - II

State of Texas Department of State Health Services, Waco Center For Youth
02.2010 - 08.2012

Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction -

Grand Canyon University

Bachelors of Healthcare Management in Business Management and Healthcare Management -

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Special Education Grades (EC-12)

Core Subjects (EC-6)

English as a Second Language (EC-12)


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