Jean Deavers
Bloomington,IL
Summary
Mission-driven administrative professional with 20 years in educational settings, coordinating complex schedules, managing confidential documentation, and supporting leaders in dynamic educational environments. Adept at organizing high-volume workflows, prioritizing competing demands, and communicating with clarity and discretion. Brings a strong foundation in Catholic education, pastoral collaboration, and service-oriented leadership. Practicing Catholic in good standing, dedicated to supporting the mission, values, and teachings of the Church through faithful, detail-oriented executive support.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Learning and Behavioral Specialist (LBS1) & Math Teacher
Bloomington Junior High School
Bloomington, IL
08.2025 - Current
- Coordinate meetings, schedules, and communication among administrators, teachers, service providers, and families.
- Review confidential medical and educational documentation with discretion and accuracy.
- Prepare detailed reports, compliance documents, and written communication.
- Train staff on procedures, expectations, and best practices, ensuring clarity and consistency.
- Support mission-aligned collaboration in a diverse educational community.
Educational Consultant (Learning & Behavioral Specialist)
Central Catholic High School
Bloomington, IL
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Coordinated schedules and communication between faculty, students, and administrators in a Catholic school environment.
- Interpreted sensitive assessments and documentation for ADA and Section 504 compliance.
- Delivered professional development and outreach events supporting inclusive, mission-centered education.
- Prepared documentation for college boards and postsecondary accommodations.
- Modeled Catholic values in communication, collaboration, and student support.
Special Education Teacher (SLD/EBD)
Owatonna High School
Owatonna, MN
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Managed high-volume caseloads requiring precise documentation, deadline tracking, and multi-stakeholder coordination.
- Interpreted diagnostic assessments and maintained confidential records.
- Collaborated with faculty to adjust schedules, deadlines, and instructional plans.
- Trained staff and paraprofessionals, ensuring consistent communication and compliance.
Special Education Teacher (SLD/EBD)
Boeckman Middle School
Farmington, MN
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Maintained documentation accuracy and compliance across remote, hybrid, and in-person environments.
- Coordinated with therapists, support staff, and administrators to align schedules and services.
- Supported paraprofessionals through training and ongoing guidance.
Special Education Teacher (SLD/EBD/ASD)
Discovery Public School
Faribault, MN
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Served as Special Education Team Leader, coordinating staff schedules, leading trainings, and supporting hiring processes.
- Managed confidential documentation, meetings, and communication across departments.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to ensure alignment of schedules, expectations, and accommodations.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
St. Mary's University of Minnesota
Winona, MN01.2021
Certification - Life Coaching
Learning Journeys
Minneapolis, MN01.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Theology & Catechesis (Religious Education)
Franciscan University of Steubenville
Steubenville, OH01.1998
Skills
- Executive scheduling and calendar coordination
- Travel planning and logistics
- Confidential document review
- Professional communication
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Deadline tracking and prioritization
- Document proofreading and accuracy
- Workflow organization and management
- Training facilitation and support
- Digital calendar management
- Virtual collaboration tools
- Record management systems
- Conflict resolution and mediation
- Professional writing and editing
- Mission-driven service alignment
Faith And Community Involvement
- 2013-2015 Pregnancy Options, Life Coach and Parent Educator, Faribault, MN
- 2009-2012 Director and Assistant Director of Faith Formation, Faribault, MN
- 2006-2008 Director of Faith Formation and Catechesis, Staples, MN
Timeline
Learning and Behavioral Specialist (LBS1) & Math Teacher
Bloomington Junior High School
08.2025 - Current
Educational Consultant (Learning & Behavioral Specialist)
Central Catholic High School
08.2024 - 06.2025
Special Education Teacher (SLD/EBD)
Owatonna High School
08.2022 - 06.2024
Special Education Teacher (SLD/EBD)
Boeckman Middle School
08.2020 - 06.2022
Special Education Teacher (SLD/EBD/ASD)
Discovery Public School
08.2018 - 06.2020
Master of Arts - Special Education
St. Mary's University of Minnesota
Certification - Life Coaching
Learning Journeys
Bachelor of Arts - Theology & Catechesis (Religious Education)
Franciscan University of Steubenville