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Jenell M. Genardo

Jenell M. Genardo

Special Education Teacher (LBS1/PEL)
Pingree Grove,IL

Summary

Seasoned Special Education Teacher eager to bring students into the 21st Century using a unique combination of educational experience, coupled with 15 years business background in Management; Dedicated, resourceful, and a goal-driven professional educator with a solid commitment to the social and academic growth and development of every child; Deeply involved in learning about new Common Core Standards and aligning them with current curriculum; Encompasses the ability to motivate students and share a love of learning that fosters a successful classroom environment; Exceptionally energetic teacher; Projects a charisma that captures the imagination of students and dedicated to enthusiastic and dynamic teaching styles as a means of creating and nurturing a lifelong love of knowledge in Children, Teenagers, and Adults.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Special Education Teacher/ALOP Coordinator

Central Community School District 301
Burlington, IL
08.2021 - Current
  • Provided classroom instruction to students enrolled in an alternative education setting; Reinforced instruction to individual students and small groups in a variety of academic subjects and other learning activities, including implementing personal education plans and behavior plans; Utilized various behavioral strategies and alternative programs to assist in student success.
  • Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs.
  • Collaborated with families to provide resources for children outside of school district.
  • Interpreted and analyzed academic data to maintain student development and retention.
  • Maintained contact with parents to address concerns and needs of children.

Self Contained Special Education Teacher

Cicero School District 99
Cicero, IL
08.2020 - 06.2021

Responsible for instruction of all academic subjects to students who have multiple, intensive support needs and require a comprehensive and highly structured educational and/or behavioral environment. Expected to guide students in their social, emotional, and academic development and ensure that all IEP Goals and Objectives are met and aligned with Common Core State Standards. Assigned as Case Manager to all students on assigned caseload and responsible for ensuring all Special Education services are delivered with strict and continuing faithfulness; Responsible for collaborating with the Academic Team, Service Providers, as well as Parents and Students in order to provide an unsurpassed educational and personal experience; Create and Implement personalized learning plans for each assigned student on assigned caseload; Assist in the development of of IEP Goals and Objectives and ensure appropriate implementation of students interventions through collaboration with General Education teachers and Service Providers. Collaborate with PLC and other members of Academic Team to improve lesson plans and instructional materials; Utilize data to assess student learning and effectiveness of current teaching strategies; Implement student - speci fi c interventions and track related progress for both academic and social - emotional needs ;Developed and Conducted inter-grade lessons and activities; Incorporated learning modality principles into classroom and individual instruction; Implemented technological approaches to subject related material; Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers regarding student progress and challenges; Fully participate in professional development opportunities throughout the contracted academic school year; Provide and seek feedback from other members of PLC, staff and leadership.

Cross Cat Special Education Teacher

Maxim Staffing Solutions/Valley View CCUSD 365
Bolingbrook, IL
08.2019 - 06.2020
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Design lessons accessible to students with both specialized needs and a broad range of varying ability levels while staying IEP compliant; Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of individual student’s progress per district’s academic plan; Plan and implement lessons based on division and curricular objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned; Integrate technology use in the classroom; Provide support to General Education Teachers; Develop, implement and evaluate the effectiveness of behavior support plans; Maintain consistent contact with parents and caregivers; Participate in building level meetings as directed by the building Principal; Participate in Special Education meetings as directed by Special Education Supervisor; Maintain an electronic log to document student’s goals and objectives, accommodations, and other IEP related services; Knowledgeable of Common Core State Standards and strategies to meet academic, developmental, and social-emotional needs of students; Document student progress on goals and objectives, accommodations, service time, and discipline/suspensions; Monitor and document all provisions of educational, services for all students on caseload; Collaborate with all service providers, general education teachers and other staff to support and provide documentation for the review of existing evaluation data; Fulfill district and state professional development requirements; Competent in administration and interpretation of academic testing and development of behavior support plans. Established and maintained effective working relationships with students, peers, parents and other stakeholders; Complied with timelines, laws, and regulations relating to district, state and federal policies and procedures. Communicate effectively, and successfully (oral and written) clearly and concisely.

CEO/Manager/Lead Staffing Coordinator

Elite Care Management
Naperville, IL
04.2005 - 06.2019

Administrator; Director of Business Development; Marketing; Public Relations; Social Media Administrator; Developed high quality business strategies and plans to ensure their alignment with short-term and long-term objectives; Oversee all operations and business activities to ensure they produce the desired results and remain consistent with the overall strategy and mission; Managed the design, delivery and continuous improvement of the New Hire Training program; Facilitated learning related to continuing education; Utilized a variety of training methodologies, techniques, concepts, learning tools, and practices to ensure maximum effectiveness of new and current employees; Worked with key executives in analyzing the performance of the workforce to allow for additional training to be developed; Reviewed financial and non- financial reports to devise solutions or improvements; Built trustworthy relationships with key partners and stakeholders and acted as the primary point of contact; Managed daily staff requests, filling them appropriately and efficiently; Maintained staffing operations across the board; Assisted payroll to verify payroll accuracy.

Special Education Teacher

Lockport Township High School District 205
Lockport, IL
08.2003 - 01.2005
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.

Special Education Teacher

Eisenhower High School
Blue Island, IL
08.2002 - 06.2003
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).

Special Education Teacher

Napa Valley Unified School District
Napa, CA
08.2001 - 06.2002
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
  • Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Communicative Disorders

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL
08.1992 - 12.1996

Master of Arts - Special Education

Lewis University
Romeoville, IL
08.1998 - 05.2001

M.Ed - Educational Leadership

Lewis University
Romeoville, IL
08.2011 - 05.2014

Skills

    Remote learning

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Certification

CPI Certification

Work Availability

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Quote

EDUCATION IS THE MOST POWERFUL WEAPON YOU CAN USE TO CHANGE THE WORLD
Nelson Mandela

Timeline

Special Education Teacher/ALOP Coordinator

Central Community School District 301
08.2021 - Current

Self Contained Special Education Teacher

Cicero School District 99
08.2020 - 06.2021

Cross Cat Special Education Teacher

Maxim Staffing Solutions/Valley View CCUSD 365
08.2019 - 06.2020

M.Ed - Educational Leadership

Lewis University
08.2011 - 05.2014

CEO/Manager/Lead Staffing Coordinator

Elite Care Management
04.2005 - 06.2019

Special Education Teacher

Lockport Township High School District 205
08.2003 - 01.2005

Special Education Teacher

Eisenhower High School
08.2002 - 06.2003

Special Education Teacher

Napa Valley Unified School District
08.2001 - 06.2002

Master of Arts - Special Education

Lewis University
08.1998 - 05.2001

Bachelor of Science - Communicative Disorders

Northern Illinois University
08.1992 - 12.1996

CPI Certification

Google Proficient Educator

Jenell M. GenardoSpecial Education Teacher (LBS1/PEL)