Jennifer McClung
Lander,WY
Summary
Experienced Special Education professional with strong focus on student results and team collaboration. Successfully developed and implemented individualized education plans that enhanced student learning and growth. Skilled in individualized instruction, behavioral management, and creating inclusive classroom environments. Reliable, adaptable, and ready to meet changing needs to support student success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Resource Teacher
Lander Middle School
08.2015 - Current
- Collaborated with general education teachers to modify curriculum materials, ensuring accessibility for all learners in an inclusive setting.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and IEP goal progress to ensure compliance with federal regulations and school district policies.
- Instructed students in both resource and inclusion environments.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss students' needs, share insights, and develop effective intervention plans aligned with student's unique strengths and challenges.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and creating a safe learning environment where students could thrive academically and emotionally.
- Utilized various assistive technology tools to augment the learning experience for students with diverse abilities while promoting independence in the classroom setting.
Special Education Behavior Resource Teacher
Aspen Park Elementary School
08.2012 - 05.2015
- Facilitated behavior instruction by providing a variety of resources tailored to meet each student''s unique needs and abilities.
- Provided support for struggling students through targeted one-on-one instruction, improving overall class performance.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a safe and supportive environment conducive to learning.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to support and implemented student behavior plans.
Special Education Behavior Teacher
Lewis-Palmer Elementary
08.2003 - 05.2012
- Facilitated behavior instruction by providing a variety of resources tailored to meet each student''s unique needs and abilities.
- Provided support for struggling students behaviorally and academically through targeted one-on-one instruction, improving overall class performance.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a safe and supportive environment conducive to learning.
- Facilitated IEP meetings and managed IEP paperwork
- Collaborated with general education teachers to support and implemented student behavior plans.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Design
Western Governor's University
Millcreek, UT05.2020
Teaching Certificate - Special Education
Metropolitan State College of Denver
Denver, CO05.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Metropolitan State College of Denver
Denver, CO05.1997
Skills
- Individualized Education Plan Design/Implementation
- Reading, Writing, Math, Behavior Interventions
- Facilitated differentiated Instruction in all academic areas
- Executive Functioning Support
- Inclusion Strategies
- Positive Behavior Support
- CPI Trained
- Kagan Trained
- LETTRS Trained
- Data Management
Committees and Additional Duties
District Literacy Committee
Building Literacy Committee
Study Hall Tutor
Color Guard/Marching Band Coach
Timeline
Special Education Resource Teacher
Lander Middle School
08.2015 - Current
Special Education Behavior Resource Teacher
Aspen Park Elementary School
08.2012 - 05.2015
Special Education Behavior Teacher
Lewis-Palmer Elementary
08.2003 - 05.2012
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Design
Western Governor's University
Teaching Certificate - Special Education
Metropolitan State College of Denver
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Metropolitan State College of Denver
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