Jared D. Graybiel
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Learning and Development professional with a background in creating and facilitating engaging lessons and training programs. Skilled in analyzing organizational needs, setting measurable learning and development objectives, and creating content that drives performance across diverse strengths, including strong interpersonal skills, adaptability to new technology, and the ability to motivate teams toward achieving training goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Outreach Manager
Grand Rapids Civic Theatre
Grand Rapids, MI
03.2022 - Current
- Established and launched a citywide theater program for at-risk youth in an urban environment.
- Recruited, trained, and supervised teaching artists for diverse on-site and off-site programming.
- Facilitated comprehensive professional development for teaching artists to apply innovative teaching and engagement strategies in classrooms.
- Supervised a team of four Outreach Coordinators, providing guidance and feedback as needed.
- Cultivated relationships with key partners in the community to promote collaboration opportunities.
- Contributed to marketing and communications efforts by developing promotional materials, including brochures, flyers, posters, and digital marketing campaigns.
Owner/Operator
Lakeshore Educational Services, LLC
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2020 - Current
- Delivered one-on-one academic support to students nationwide, adapting strategies to meet individual needs.
- Partnered with local districts to implement literacy interventions and track progress toward learning outcomes.
- Created and facilitated virtual, instructor-led trainings for remote learners, integrating innovative instructional technologies.
- Analyzed student performance data to adapt instruction and improve program effectiveness.
Secondary Special Education Teacher
Success Virtual Learning Centers of Michigan
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Developed and delivered virtual learning sessions for students in remote learning environments.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions for students with significant behavioral, emotional, and learning needs.
- Assessed student performance using formal and informal methods.
- Collaborated with administrators on best practices and process improvements for special education support.
Elementary Intensive Reading Interventionist
Campus Elementary School
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Created and executed targeted literacy interventions aligned with the district's goals.
- Evaluated curriculum materials relevant to reading instruction and recommended changes when necessary.
- Monitored and analyzed student progress data, reporting results to stakeholders and leadership teams.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to best practices in literacy instruction.
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Black River Public Schools
Holland, MI
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Instructed and monitored students in a variety of academic activities, such as reading, writing, mathematics and social studies.
- Conducted Child Study team meetings aimed at recognizing students with possible disabilities in district and executing Tier 3 interventions.
- Developed Individual Education Programs for each student to address educational needs and objectives.
- Advised emerging teaching candidates from area colleges/universities.
- Monitored student performance through observations, assessments and record-keeping.
- Integrated classroom technologies into lessons when appropriate.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, administrators and other professionals to develop strategies for meeting the needs of special education students.
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Black River Public Schools
Holland, MI
01.2014 - 06.2014
- Implemented research-based behavioral interventions to significantly decrease a student's aggressive behaviors and manage emotional impairments.
Classroom Teacher
Hamilton Community Schools
Hamilton, MI
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Earned a "Highly-Effective" teacher rating from in-classroom evaluations, student growth, and reaching Individual Development Plan goals.
- Participated in curriculum team meetings to choose curriculum, modify curriculum, and/or plan curriculum maps for each grade level in the district.
Education
B.S. - Special Education, Learning Disability
05.2010
Skills
- Instructional design and teaching strategies
- Professional development and facilitation (in-person and virtual)
- Articulate Rise 360 and Storyline 360 proficiency
- Learning technologies and platforms
- Stakeholder and SME engagement
- Partnership development
- Community outreach and nonprofit operations
- Program and project management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Outreach Manager - Grand Rapids Civic Theatre
03.2022 - Current
Secondary Special Education Teacher - Success Virtual Learning Centers of Michigan
01.2021 - 01.2023
Owner/Operator - Lakeshore Educational Services, LLC
01.2020 - Current
Elementary Intensive Reading Interventionist - Campus Elementary School
01.2019 - 01.2020
Elementary Special Education Teacher - Black River Public Schools
01.2014 - 01.2019
Kindergarten Paraprofessional - Black River Public Schools
01.2014 - 06.2014
Classroom Teacher - Hamilton Community Schools
01.2010 - 01.2014
Hope College - B.S., Special Education, Learning Disability
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