Jennifer Rippey
Chehalis,WA
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Eatonville School District
08.2019 - Current
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- 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.
- Special Education Department Chair
Special Education Teacher
North Thurston School District
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
Special Education Teacher
Franklin Pierce School District
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Saint Martin's University
Lacey, WA05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Saint Martin's University
Lacey, WA05.2017
Skills
- Data Management
- Social Skills Development
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Instructional Strategies
Certification
K-12 Special Education Certification
K-8 Elementary Education Certification
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Eatonville School District
08.2019 - Current
Special Education Teacher
North Thurston School District
08.2018 - 08.2019
Special Education Teacher
Franklin Pierce School District
08.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Saint Martin's University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Saint Martin's University
K-12 Special Education Certification
K-8 Elementary Education Certification
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