Jennifer Grierson
Richland Hills
Summary
Having served in various leadership roles, I excel at utilizing tailored teaching methods to drive measurable progress, and I am eager to bring this data-driven, compassionate approach to your school community.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ACCESS Teacher
Birdville Independent School District
01.2015 - Current
- Developed and implemented personalized IEPs for students
- Served as team lead and Department Chair for our Special Education Department; paraprofessional management, new teacher mentoring and led professional development trainings in the district
- Led campus-wide professional development sessions aligned with district initiatives during scheduled training days.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to integrate students into mainstream classes, enhancing student adaptability.
- Worked closely with Speech, Occupational Therapists and Physical Therapists to create a cohesive learning approach for students with diverse needs.
- Regularly communicated with families to discuss IEP progress, leading to increased parental engagement and satisfaction.
Extra Experience
Birdville Independent School District
08.2013 - Current
- Homebound instructor: Deliver tailored one-on-one instruction and modify/accommodate lesson plans to align with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- ESY instructor: Proven expertise in minimizing summer regression, executing highly individualized IEP goals, and fostering inclusive learning environments for students with diverse needs.
Teacher of Student with Visual Impairments
Birdville Independent School District
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Supported both General Education teachers as well as Special Education teachers by providing braille materials, modifications for lessons and hands-on activities relating to TEKS for each grade level K-12
- Constructed effective lesson plans for high-needs students that focuses on sensory adaptations, predictable routines, and active participation.
Education
M.Ed - Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, Texas08-2026
M.Ed - Education with a focus on Reading Specialist Certification
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, Texas05-2016
Bachelors of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies EC-6th
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, Texas05-2013
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Positive role model and mentor
- Behavior management
Accomplishments
- Served with the Association of Texas Professional Educators as Secretary, Treasurer and currently as the District President
- Special Olympics Coach for our District
- Established Community Coffee Cart on our Campus
Affiliations
- Served with the Association of Texas Professional Educators as Secretary, Treasurer and currently as the District President
- Special Olympics Coach for our District
- Established Community Coffee Cart on our Campus
Certification
- Visual Impairment Certification Stephen F Austin State University
- May 2020 Special Education Supplemental
- April 2016 English as a Second Language (ESL) supplemental
- March 2015 Generalist EC-6
- April 2013
Timeline
Teacher of Student with Visual Impairments
Birdville Independent School District
08.2020 - 05.2023
ACCESS Teacher
Birdville Independent School District
01.2015 - Current
Extra Experience
Birdville Independent School District
08.2013 - Current
M.Ed - Education with a focus on Reading Specialist Certification
Stephen F. Austin State University
Bachelors of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies EC-6th
Stephen F. Austin State University
M.Ed - Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
University of Texas at Arlington