JAZZABELLE PLUSS
Groton,CT
Summary
Dedicated educator with a true passion for helping students with specific needs reach their academic and social goals. Skilled in developing individualized learning plans and providing effective behavior management strategies. Three years of experience in inclusive settings; both general education classrooms and self-contained classrooms.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behaviorist
Montville Public Schools
Uncasville, CT
12.2025 - Current
- Monitored and documented behavioral incidents to inform instructional adjustments and interventions.
- Developed strong rapport with students, establishing trust and promoting engagement in school work or activities.
- Supervised student behavior during daily academic routines to secure safety of students and staff.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to maximize desired behavior and educational outcomes.
- Consulted with teachers and other certified staff to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Increased classroom productivity by supporting students' specific behavioral needs
Head Special Education Teacher
The Light House
Niantic, CT
08.2025 - 12.2026
- Assisted in the development of transition plans for students moving between grade levels or programs.
- Organized classroom resources and materials to enhance the learning environment effectively.
- Improved classroom engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lesson plans.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through consistent communication, resulting in increased parent involvement in their child''s education.
- Promoted a positive classroom culture by implementing effective behavior management strategies and clear expectations for conduct.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
Interim Special Educator
Mohegan Elementary School
Uncasville, CT
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Assessed student progress and performance to determine best course of action for student success
- Implemented academic interventions to support student growth and achievement
- Developed and implemented effective instructional strategies to meet the needs of all students
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop strategies for student success
Substitute Classroom Teacher
Mohegan Elementary School
Uncasville, CT
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Facilitated a positive and inclusive classroom culture for optimal student engagement
- Supported teachers and staff by following lesson plans and providing instruction
- Managed classroom activities and kept students focused on learning objectives
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in handling various grade levels and subjects
- Collaborated with school administrators to address student issues and maintain a safe learning environment
- Led a dynamic learning environment for students in the absence of the primary teacher
- Utilized effective communication skills to establish rapport with students and staff
- Provided feedback to teachers on student progress and behavior during substitute assignments
- Filled in as a paraprofessional for the Pathways behavioral program and the RISE program for students with limited cognitive function, as needed
Student Teacher
Leonard J. Tyl Middle School
Oakdale, CT
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Facilitated small group instruction and activities
- Utilized technology to enhance instruction
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate varying academic levels within the classroom, resulting in improvement of student outcomes.
- Participated in professional development activities.
- Developed a classroom management system and promoted a positive learning environment
- Collaborated with faculty to develop and implement effective classroom strategies
- Developed and implemented behavior management strategies
- Conducted assessment tests and analyzed results to identify areas of improvement
- Utilized data analysis tools to track student progress and adapt teaching strategies accordingly
- Promoted a positive learning environment in the classroom
Paraprofessional
Montville High School
Oakdale, CT
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Assisted in assessing students' needs and the development of individualized educational plans
- Implemented instructional plans, managed student behavior, and ensured students' safety and welfare
- Evaluated student's classwork and assignments, providing feedback on student progress
- Adapted and modified instruction to suit students' learning styles, including physical, mental, and behaviorally challenged students
- Successfully established a positive learning environment to encourage literacy and lifelong learning
- Brought a self-motivated attitude and the ability to take initiative
- Maintained a high level of school and community engagement
- Adapted and modified instruction to suit ESL students
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment
- Worked closely with colleagues to create interventions and improve student performance
- Implemented innovative teaching methods that catered to the diverse needs of students
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for small groups of students
Education
Master of - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12-2024
Bachelor of - Psychological Sciences
Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic, CT12-2021
Skills
- Empathetic
- Coachable
- Behavioral management experience
- Special education teaching experience
- Experience working with students of all ages (K-12)
- Resource room, small group experience
- Patient
- Hardworking
- Background in psychology
- Lesson plan development experience
- Co-teaching experience
- One-on-one support experience
- Crisis intervention strategies
Certification
Initial Special Education Certification: Comprehensive, Grades K-12, including PreK
CPR Certification
Timeline
Behaviorist
Montville Public Schools
12.2025 - Current
Head Special Education Teacher
The Light House
08.2025 - 12.2026
Interim Special Educator
Mohegan Elementary School
05.2025 - 06.2025
Substitute Classroom Teacher
Mohegan Elementary School
01.2025 - 06.2025
Student Teacher
Leonard J. Tyl Middle School
08.2024 - 12.2024
Paraprofessional
Montville High School
08.2022 - 06.2024
Bachelor of - Psychological Sciences
Eastern Connecticut State University
Master of - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Activities
Alpha Chi National Honors Society at Grand Canyon University, 02/01/2023