Jen Powers
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Dedicated Education Administrator adept at working with teachers and educational professionals to improve lesson plans and curriculum. Well-versed in special education and intervention strategies.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Special Education & Intervention
Mildred Osborne Charter School (ARISE Schools)
07.2021 - Current
- Develop and execute a special education programming focused on authentic compliance and inclusive practices for all diverse learners
- Ensures compliance with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), reviews psychoeducational reports, service minutes, scheduling, progress reports, and best practices for students from Kindergarten through 8th grade with diverse learning needs
- Coach and evaluate a diverse special education staff through classroom observation, feedback and recommendations.
- Coordinate assessments, services and record maintenance for 90+ students (Annual IEP data, evaluation compliance dates, re-evaluation dates, service logs, IEP Progress Reports, etc.)
- Collaborate on strategies to enhance student learning and behavior alongside parents and teaching staff.
- Coordinate schoolwide testing for state testing (LEAP) and major benchmark assessments
RtI Coordinator
Mildred Osborne Charter School (ARISE Schools)
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with all stakeholders.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Coached and supported lead teachers and interventionists to develop personalized instructional practices for struggling learners.
Special Education Team Leader
ARISE Schools
07.2012 - 06.2016
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes resulting in 70% of students meeting annual IEP goals
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on work samples and a careful analysis of student's diverse learning needs
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Special Education Teacher
Fifth Ward Elementary School
09.2010 - 05.2012
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Designed individual education plans (IEPs) to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
05.2010
- Study Abroad: Rabat, Morocco
Skills
- Special Education Curriculum
- Differentiated Instruction
- Instructional Techniques
- eSER/ SER Competency
- Leadership Training
- Individual Education Plan (IEP) Expertise
- Teacher Evaluation & Coaching
- Behavior Modification
- Google Suite/ Microsoft Office Expertise
- Powerschool Proficiency
Additional Information
- Special Education Leaders Fellowship (SELF) Alumni (2017)
- Teach For America Alumni (2010)
- Level 2 Teacher Certificate (Mild/Moderate Special Education)
Timeline
Director of Special Education & Intervention - Mildred Osborne Charter School (ARISE Schools)
07.2021 - Current
RtI Coordinator - Mildred Osborne Charter School (ARISE Schools)
07.2019 - 06.2021
Special Education Team Leader - ARISE Schools
07.2012 - 06.2016
Special Education Teacher - Fifth Ward Elementary School
09.2010 - 05.2012
University of Illinois - Bachelor of Arts, International Studies
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