Jeniffer Black
NEW WILMINGTON,PA
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement. Equipped with a positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Cray Youth And Family Services
08.2017 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Special Education Teacher
Wilmington Area School District
11.2013 - 06.2017
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Educatgion
Slippery Rock Area High School
Slippery Rock, PA05.1996
Skills
Differentiated Instruction
Classroom Management
Individual Education Plans IEPs
Small Group Instruction
Co-teaching Experience
Collaborative Teamwork
Group and individual instruction
Parent Communication
De-Escalation Techniques
Trained in CPI
Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Cray Youth And Family Services
08.2017 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Wilmington Area School District
11.2013 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Educatgion
Slippery Rock Area High School