Jennifer Dalton
Buckhannon
Summary
Special Educator, providing tailored instructional strategies for diverse learning needs. Successfully implements individualized education plans (IEPs) to enhance student engagement and progress. Fosters inclusive learning environments and implementing effective instructional strategies. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and achieving positive educational outcomes, adaptable to changing classroom dynamics. Skilled in behavior management, student advocacy, bringing reliability and flexibility to role.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Upshur County Board of Education
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.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Upshur County Board of Education
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Kindergarten Teacher
Upshur County Board of Education
09.2015 - 06.2016
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Upshur County Board of Education
01.2015 - 09.2015
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
Manager
Barnes & Noble
05.1999 - 12.2014
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Part-Time/Student Worker
Barnes & Noble
06.1993 - 05.1999
- Took and followed detailed directions from others.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Maintained tidy and organized environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities when faced with unexpected challenges during event coordination or daily tasks.
Education
Masters of Education - Special Education
Fairmont State University
Fairmont, WV11-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV12-1998
High School Diploma -
Morgantown High School
Morgantown, WV06-1993
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans ieps
- Small group instruction
- Relationship building
- Collaborative teamwork
- Data management
- Group and individual instruction
- Parent communication
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Upshur County Board of Education
08.2017 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Upshur County Board of Education
08.2016 - 08.2017
Kindergarten Teacher
Upshur County Board of Education
09.2015 - 06.2016
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Upshur County Board of Education
01.2015 - 09.2015
Manager
Barnes & Noble
05.1999 - 12.2014
Part-Time/Student Worker
Barnes & Noble
06.1993 - 05.1999
Masters of Education - Special Education
Fairmont State University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
West Virginia University
High School Diploma -
Morgantown High School
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