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Jaren Koelzer

Buffalo,NY

Summary

Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at California Virtual Academies, skilled in IEP implementation and conflict resolution. Expert in fostering cognitive and behavioral development, I effectively motivated neurodiverse students, enhancing engagement and learning outcomes. Committed to creating tailored educational strategies that promote student growth and success.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

California Virtual Academies
09.2020 - 03.2024
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Worked with students with a variety of disabilities, including Emotional Disturbance, Intellectual Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, Autism Spectrum, etc.

Special Education Teacher

Olive Crest Academy
11.2009 - 08.2019
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Worked with students with a variety of disabilities, including Emotional Disturbance, Intellectual Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, Autism Spectrum, etc.
  • Supervised Assistant Teachers

Education

Teaching Certificate in Special Education Mild/Mod - Special Education

California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
06-2014

Child Development

California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
06-2012

Skills

  • Cognitive and behavioral development
  • Motivating students
  • Job readiness training
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • IEP and BIP implementation
  • Excellent classroom management

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

California Virtual Academies
09.2020 - 03.2024

Special Education Teacher

Olive Crest Academy
11.2009 - 08.2019

Teaching Certificate in Special Education Mild/Mod - Special Education

California State University, Fullerton

Child Development

California State University, Fullerton

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