Janet L. Jackson
Austin,TX
Summary
Special education professional with proven track record of fostering inclusive learning environments and implementing effective instructional strategies. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and achieving positive educational outcomes, adaptable to changing classroom dynamics. Skilled in behavior management, curriculum development, and student advocacy, bringing reliability and flexibility to role.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Dripping Springs Independent School District
08.2018 - Current
- 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.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
Special Education Resource/Inclusion Teacher K - 5th grade
Hays Consolidated Independent School District
01.2012 - 08.2018
Substitute Teacher
Hays Consolidated Independent School District and Lockhart Independent School District
01.2010 - 01.2012
Dance Teacher, Physical Education Teacher, and Assistant Director of Aristocat Dance Team
Comal Independent School District
01.2008 - 01.2010
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dance Education
TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY
San Marcos, TX05.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology w/ Psychology Minor
TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY
San Marcos, TX05.2003
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans
- Small group instruction
- Co-teaching experience
- Collaborative teamwork
- Inclusion strategies
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Assistive technology
Certification
- Special Education EC - 12
- English Language Arts & Reading 4 - 8
- ESL EC - 12
- Generalist EC - 6
- Physical Education EC - 12
- Dance 8 - 12
Professional References
- Steve Novickas, Rooster Springs Elementary Principal, 303-829-3493, steve.novickas@dsisdtx.us
- Nichole Laws, Rooster Springs Elementary 4th Grade Teacher, 512-247-8752, nichole.laws@dsisdtx.us
- Carrie Gee, Rooster Springs Elementary Special Education Teacher, 407-488-5311, carrie.gee@dsisdtx.us
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Dripping Springs Independent School District
08.2018 - Current
Special Education Resource/Inclusion Teacher K - 5th grade
Hays Consolidated Independent School District
01.2012 - 08.2018
Substitute Teacher
Hays Consolidated Independent School District and Lockhart Independent School District
01.2010 - 01.2012
Dance Teacher, Physical Education Teacher, and Assistant Director of Aristocat Dance Team
Comal Independent School District
01.2008 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology w/ Psychology Minor
TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Dance Education
TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY
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