Jennifer Nelson

UPK Teacher

The Church in the Gardens Nursery School

Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
Established positive relationships with students and families.
Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.

UPK Teacher

Astoria Lutheran School

Special Education Teacher

SY SEIT LLC

06.2023 - Current

Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
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.
Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
Applied proven strategies to improve students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills.
Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
Provided emotional support to students and families.
Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
Enhanced communication skills in non-verbal students through integration of alternative and augmentative communication systems.
Integrated social skills training into curriculum, facilitating improved peer interactions and social integration.
Fostered positive learning environment, reducing classroom disruptions through effective behavior management strategies.
Conducted assessments to identify students' strengths and areas for improvement, informing instructional strategies.
Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet varied needs of students, enhancing educational accessibility.
Advocated for rights and needs of students with special education requirements, ensuring access to appropriate resources and accommodations.
Developed and executed behavioral intervention plans, leading to decrease in disruptive behaviors and increase in classroom participation.
Encouraged parent and guardian involvement in educational process, enhancing home-school connection and supporting student achievement.
Created culturally responsive classroom environment, acknowledging and celebrating diversity among students.
Collaborated with parents and other educators to develop comprehensive support plans, promoting student success.
Reduced feelings of isolation among students with special needs by implementing inclusive classroom practices.
Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive educational and emotional support for students.
Implemented individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs, ensuring personalized support.
Promoted self-advocacy and independence in students with disabilities by teaching self-management and decision-making skills.
Improved reading comprehension among students with learning disabilities by designing and delivering targeted literacy activities.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Special Education Teacher

The Shield Institute

05.2020 - 12.2022

Director/Lead Teacher

Augustana Lutheran Preschool

09.1997 - 06.2014

Overview

Work History

UPK Teacher

UPK Teacher

Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher

Director/Lead Teacher

Education

Bachelor Of Science - Communications Arts

Masters - Elementary Education

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher

Director/Lead Teacher

Bachelor Of Science - Communications Arts

Masters - Elementary Education

UPK Teacher

UPK Teacher

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