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JENNA JANKOWIAK

JENNA JANKOWIAK

Buffalo,NY

Summary

Qualified administrator with long history in education and dedication to school performance, teacher training and student success. Attentive to pulse of school to proactively manage negative trends and recognize success in teachers and methods. Hands-on in mentoring teachers and supporting students.

Experienced Office Management and Administration Professional experienced optimizing productivity, efficiency and service quality across various environments. Highly dependable, ethical and reliable support specialist and leader that blends advanced organizational, technical and business acumen. Works effectively with cross-functional teams in ensuring operational and service excellence.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Special Education

Attica Central School District
08.2023 - Current
  • CPSE/CSE/504 Chairperson, Related Service Supervision, APPR Observations, Holding Department Meeting & Developing professional development, Collaborating with colleagues across the county, Contracting with outside agency, Supporting special education teachers, Mckinney Vento and Foster Care liaison, NYSED reporting, Family support; linking families to outside providers when needed, Arranging special transportation

Assistant Director of Special Education

Lackawanna City School District
11.2022 - 08.2023
  • Chairing CSE & CPSE meetings, Collaborating with Building Administrators and Teachers, Collaborating with colleagues on District Initiatives such as; PLC's, Code of Conduct, RTI, ESY, Conducting APPR Observations, Assisting the Principal of Special Education on matters pertaining to the department and current teacher and student needs, Coaching special education teachers, Complying with Part 200 Regulations

Commitee on Special Education Chair

Buffalo Public School District
- 11.2022
  • Organize, implement and oversee CSE processes, Schedule meetings within compliance timelines, Develop IEPS, Provide placement information to students and families, Follow procedures for reviewing documentation from other districts for an appropriate level of service, Use data systems to update pertinent information, Communicate with special education administrators, and parents, Know and understand the services available in Charter, non-pub and agency settings, Ensure students receive mandated services

Special Education Teacher

Buffalo Public School District
01.2019 - 09.2021
  • 4th Grade 8:11, 12:1;1 ICT, 5th Grade 8:11, Differentiating instruction in all subject areas, Utilizing 1:1 devices during whole and small group instruction, Implementing student IEPS in the classroom, Tracking and progress monitoring to ensure the students are making progress towards meeting IEP's goals, Collaborating with parents, admin, and teachers

Office Manager

Pallet Exchange
06.2012 - 06.2019
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws regarding employment practices.
  • Performed general bookkeeping duties such as reconciling bank statements and creating journal entries.
  • Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.

Office Manager

NOBU LA
10.2011 - 06.2012

Management of 3 NOBU locations

Billing and book keeping

Customer service

Event Planning

Education

ADVANCED CERTIFICATION - SCHOOL DISTRICT LEADER

Niagara University
01.2022

MASTERS IN EDUCATION - SWD (1-6)

Buffalo State College
01.2010

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - SWD/Childhood Education (1-6)

Canisius College
01.2007

Skills

  • Special Education
  • School District Leadership
  • CPSE/CSE/504 Chairperson
  • Related Service Supervision
  • APPR Observations
  • Department Meeting & Developing professional development
  • Collaborating with colleagues across the county
  • Contracting with outside agency
  • Supporting special education teachers
  • McKinney Vento and Foster Care liaison
  • NYSED reporting
  • Customer Service
  • Sales
  • Book keeping
  • Instructional Leadership
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Collaborative Teaching
  • Inclusive education
  • Positive Behavior Support
  • Multicultural Sensitivity
  • Classroom observation
  • Special Education Law
  • Disability Awareness
  • Individualized Education Plans
  • Assistive Technology
  • 504 Plan Coordination
  • Attention to Detail
  • Team Collaboration
  • Relationship building and networking
  • Staff Leadership
  • Goal Setting
  • Staff Training
  • Task Delegation
  • Public Speaking
  • Recruiting and Hiring
  • Educational staff supervision
  • Administrative Management
  • Staff Development

Timeline

Director of Special Education

Attica Central School District
08.2023 - Current

Assistant Director of Special Education

Lackawanna City School District
11.2022 - 08.2023

Special Education Teacher

Buffalo Public School District
01.2019 - 09.2021

Office Manager

Pallet Exchange
06.2012 - 06.2019

Office Manager

NOBU LA
10.2011 - 06.2012

Commitee on Special Education Chair

Buffalo Public School District
- 11.2022

ADVANCED CERTIFICATION - SCHOOL DISTRICT LEADER

Niagara University

MASTERS IN EDUCATION - SWD (1-6)

Buffalo State College

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - SWD/Childhood Education (1-6)

Canisius College
JENNA JANKOWIAK