Jennifer Adkins-Williams
Spokane Valley
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Central Valley School District, adept at developing individualized education plans and fostering strong relationships with students and parents. Skilled in differentiated instruction and behavior intervention, I enhance student engagement and promote academic success through tailored support and collaborative teamwork.
Experienced with developing and implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs. Utilizes effective behavior management techniques to create positive and inclusive classroom environment. Track record of collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support student success and development.
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.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Central Valley School District
08.2023 - 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.
- 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.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Special Education Teacher
East Valley School District
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Streamlined classroom processes by integrating technology tools such as interactive whiteboards and assistive devices designed for students with disabilities.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Spokane Public Schools
09.2014 - 09.2022
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Education
Masters Mathematics K-8 - Mathematics
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT03-2023
Bachelors in Elementary (k-8) - Elementary Education
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA03-2021
Special Education Endorsement (K-12) - Special Education
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA03-2021
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans ieps
- Small group instruction
- Relationship building
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative teamwork
- Data management
- Inclusion strategies
- Team collaboration
- Group and individual instruction
- Motivating students
- Parent communication
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- De-escalation techniques
- Parent communications
- Special education
- Social skills development
- Behavior intervention plans
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Behavior modifications
- Student support
Accomplishments
- Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for completing Individual Education Plans.
- Supervised team of 2-7 staff members.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Central Valley School District
08.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
East Valley School District
08.2021 - 08.2023
Special Education Paraprofessional
Spokane Public Schools
09.2014 - 09.2022
Masters Mathematics K-8 - Mathematics
Western Governors University
Bachelors in Elementary (k-8) - Elementary Education
Eastern Washington University
Special Education Endorsement (K-12) - Special Education
Eastern Washington University