Jana Brainard
Granite Falls,WA
Summary
Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Resource Room Teacher
Granite Falls School District
Granite Falls, WA
09.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with learning disabilities.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments and data collection.
- Facilitated weekly meetings with instructional support team members to discuss student progress and develop intervention strategies.
- Utilized assistive technology such as computer software programs to enhance the learning experience for special needs students.
- Offered specialized instruction in areas such as reading comprehension, study skills, handwriting, math computation.
Life Skills Teacher
Granite Falls School District
Granite Falls, WA
09.2020 - 09.2023
- Assisted students with developing self-awareness and understanding of how their emotions affect their daily lives.
- Collaborated with school counselors, administrators, parents and other staff members to ensure an effective learning environment for all students.
- Facilitated group discussions about a variety of topics such as bullying prevention, conflict resolution and respect for diversity.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques when working with challenging behaviors in order to promote a safe learning atmosphere within the classroom.
- Incorporated technology into the classroom through online resources or interactive software programs aimed at strengthening academic performance.
Extended Resource Room Teacher
Granite Falls School District
Granite Falls, WA
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
- Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
- Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
- Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - K-8 General Education/ SPED Endorsement
City University of Seattle
Seattle, WA06-2019
Associate of Applied Science -
Everett Community College
Everett, WA06-2016
High School Diploma -
North Central High School
Spokane, WA06-1984
Skills
- Instructional Strategies
- Learning Disabilities
- Individualized Education Plans
- Progress Monitoring
Timeline
Resource Room Teacher
Granite Falls School District
09.2023 - Current
Life Skills Teacher
Granite Falls School District
09.2020 - 09.2023
Extended Resource Room Teacher
Granite Falls School District
09.2019 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Arts - K-8 General Education/ SPED Endorsement
City University of Seattle
Associate of Applied Science -
Everett Community College
High School Diploma -
North Central High School
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