Jamie Rhodes
Corbin ,KY
Summary
With a proven track record at South Warren Middle School, I excel in differentiated instruction and building strong relationships. Leveraging skills in classroom management and individual education plans, I've significantly enhanced student success and engagement. My expertise spans special education, ensuring academic and personal growth through innovative strategies and effective parent-teacher collaboration.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
South Warren Middle School
11.2020 - 09.2023
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
Paraeducator, Special Education
South Warren Middle School
08.2019 - 11.2020
- Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
- Participated in professional development opportunities focused on new strategies for supporting special education learners successfully in the classroom.
- Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and accommodations for special education students.
- Served as a liaison between regular classroom teachers and special education support staff, streamlining communication regarding student accommodations.
School Nurse
Baptist Health
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by serving as an advocate for student health and wellness, empowering them to make informed decisions about their wellbeing.
Education
Learning Behavior Disability - Special Education
Georgetown College
Georgetown, KY01.2022
Bachelor Of Organizational Management - Management
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY09.2010
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans ieps
- Small group instruction
- Relationship building
- Co-teaching experience
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative teamwork
- Group and individual instruction
- Motivating students
- Parent communication
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Instructional strategies
- De-escalation techniques
- Special education
- Parent communications
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
South Warren Middle School
11.2020 - 09.2023
Paraeducator, Special Education
South Warren Middle School
08.2019 - 11.2020
School Nurse
Baptist Health
01.2019 - 05.2019
Learning Behavior Disability - Special Education
Georgetown College
Bachelor Of Organizational Management - Management
University of The Cumberlands
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