Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
Certification
Teacher
Jeannette Williams

Jeannette Williams

Educator
Haltom City,TX

Summary

Experienced and student-focused Special Education Teacher specializing in resource and inclusion settings. Skilled in developing and implementing effective IEPs, providing targeted small-group and one-on-one instruction, and supporting students within general education classrooms. Committed to fostering an inclusive environment that promotes academic growth, self-advocacy, and confidence. Strong collaborator with teachers, parents, and support staff to ensure student success across settings.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Inclusion/Reading Resource Teacher

Golden Rule Charter School District
Dallas, TX
08.2019 - Current
  • Manage the ARD process on designated campuses, including initial evaluations, scheduling meetings, handling dismissals, and overseeing re-evaluations.
  • Implemented research-based instructional practices tailored to diverse learners'' needs, resulting in higher levels of engagement and achievement
  • Vertically align assignments to reduce learning gaps and to increase retention of key concepts.
  • Conduct small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
  • Advocate for needs of the students with disabilities.
  • Develop IEP to implement best practices and strategies to achieve measurable goals.
  • Develop and maintain modified lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
  • Create and maintain ARD paperwork in Frontline Special Education management system.
  • Develop personalized learning plans to address individual student needs, resulting in increased reading proficiency.
  • Utilize data-driven instruction to monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly, ensuring continuous academic growth.
  • Contact parents to discuss student progress and notify about class issues.

Permanent Substitute Teacher

Irving Independent School District
Irving, TX
08.2018 - 08.2019
  • Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
  • Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
  • Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, maintaining a focused and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to implement new teaching strategies, resulting in enhanced student engagement.
  • Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
  • Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
  • Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.

Guest Educator (Substitute)

Irving Independent School District
12.2017 - 08.2018
  • Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain a disciplined and positive learning environment.
  • Tailored instruction to meet the diverse needs of all learners, accommodating individual learning styles and abilities.
  • Mentored struggling students, providing one-on-one support to improve their academic performance.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, promoting interdisciplinary learning among students.

Education

Certification In Special Education Grades EC-12 - Special Education

ACT-Dallas Alternative Certification Program
05.2020

Master of Science - Education in Instructional Technology-Adult Learning

Kaplan University
04.2013

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Texas Southern University
05.2011

Continuing Professional DevelopmentEducation - ARD Committee Manager Training

TEA Learn
07.2023

Skills

  • Admission, Review, and Dismissal Process
  • IEP Implementation
  • Small Group and Individual Instruction
  • Lesson Planning/Curriculum Modification
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Parent Communication
  • Student Records Management
  • Behavior Intervention Plan
  • ARD meeting calendar

Accomplishments

  • Teacher of the Year- Golden Rule Elementary Charter School in Pleasant Grove | Dallas, Texas -2024-2025 school year.

Timeline

Special Education Inclusion/Reading Resource Teacher

Golden Rule Charter School District
08.2019 - Current

Permanent Substitute Teacher

Irving Independent School District
08.2018 - 08.2019

Guest Educator (Substitute)

Irving Independent School District
12.2017 - 08.2018

Certification In Special Education Grades EC-12 - Special Education

ACT-Dallas Alternative Certification Program

Master of Science - Education in Instructional Technology-Adult Learning

Kaplan University

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Texas Southern University

Continuing Professional DevelopmentEducation - ARD Committee Manager Training

TEA Learn

Certification

  • Dyslexia Intervention Training-MTA (Multisensory Teaching Approach) | Dallas, TX -6/2024
  • Continuing Professional Development Education: ARD Committee Manager Training TEA Learn | Canvas Platform | 7/2023
  • ESC Region 10 Texas Reading Academies Completion Certificate – TEA, | Dallas, TX -6/2023
  • Certification In Special Education Grades EC-12: Special Education ACT-Dallas Alternative Certification Program | Dallas, TX -5/2020
  • Master of Science: Education in Instructional Technology-Adult Learn Kaplan University | Online Studies -4/2013
  • Bachelor of Science: Interdisciplinary Studies Texas Southern University | Houston, TX -5/2011

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