Jennifer Dressler
Villa Hills,KY
Summary
Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances and build relationships. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities. More than 20 years teaching experience.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Scott High School
Taylor Mill , Kentucky
08.2017 - 05.2024
- LBD teacher working with special education students eligible under OHI and EBD through the PASS program.
- Life Skills teacher for both general education and special education students through the Kenton Therapeutic Program.
- LBD collaborative teacher in a 10th English setting.
Special Education Teacher
Lincoln Elementary
Dayton, KY
08.2010 - Current
- LBD Resource Teacher- grades k-6 Supporting students with mild mental disabilities, learning disabilities, behavior disorders, autism, down syndrome, and other health impairments.
Special Education Teacher
Bates Elementary
Louisville, KY
01.2007 - 06.2010
- LBD Resource Teacher- grades k-5 Supporting students with mild mental disabilities, learning disabilities, behavior disorders, autism, down syndrome, physical disabilities, and other health impairments.
Special Education Teacher
Roosevelt Perry Elementary
Louisville, KY
08.2001 - 06.2006
- EBD self contained -2 years
- SLD/MMD self contained- 3 years
Education
Master of Arts - Rank 1-Director of Special Education
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY05-2014
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Indiana University SE
New Albany, IN05-2007
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education ; Special Education LBD k-12
Bellarmine University
Louisville, KY05-2001
Skills
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Student Records Management
- Social Skills Development
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Data Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Motivating students
- Parent Communication
- Behavior Modifications
Affiliations
Work outside of the classroom includes: Quick Recall Team Coach, Performing Arts club Sponsor, Extended School Service Coordinator, Special Education Team Leader, Cheerleading Coach, Girls on the Run Coach, Cub Scout Den Leader, Choreographer for Teacher dance troop, ESL experience in Africa, former member of Dance Flash Fusion, and being full time wife and Mom to 2 amazing boys.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Scott High School
08.2017 - 05.2024
Special Education Teacher
Lincoln Elementary
08.2010 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Bates Elementary
01.2007 - 06.2010
Special Education Teacher
Roosevelt Perry Elementary
08.2001 - 06.2006
Master of Arts - Rank 1-Director of Special Education
University of The Cumberlands
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Indiana University SE
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education ; Special Education LBD k-12
Bellarmine University