Jennifer Rowland
Special Education Resource Teacher
Aubrey,TX
Summary
Organized Special Education Teacher successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for special needs children required to flourish in academic setting. Certified and licensed in Texas and recognized as highly qualified educator. Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Resource Teacher
Aubrey ISD
08.2013 - Current
- Established a collaborative atmosphere by working closely with paraprofessionals who provided additional support during instruction time or one-on-one sessions as needed.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and creating a safe learning environment where they could thrive academically and emotionally.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction tailored to individual needs.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and IEP objectives to ensure compliance with federal regulations and school district policies.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
4th Grade Teacher
Aubrey ISD
08.2009 - 08.2013
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to design interdisciplinary lesson plans, reinforcing key concepts across subjects.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding their child''s academic growth and areas for improvement.
- Contributed to the development of annual curriculum maps, ensuring alignment with state standards and grade-level objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consequences while fostering a respectful learning environment.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, writing, reading, and social studies.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
5th Grade ELAR Teacher
Duncanville ISD
01.2005 - 05.2009
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques into daily lessons to address the needs of all learners in a diverse classroom setting.
- Utilized various formative assessment tools for evaluating student progress and providing constructive feedback on their work.
- Mentored struggling students through targeted interventions and one-on-one support, improving overall class performance.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules, and language skills.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Education
Master of Education - Reading Curriculum And Instruction
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04.2011
No Degree - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
Tucson, AZ04.1995
Bachelor of Science - Journalism
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ12.1988
Skills
Individualized Education Plans
Functional Behavior Assessments
Life Skills Instruction
Progress Monitoring
Math Interventions
Inclusion Strategies
Reading Interventions
Writing Interventions
Individual Education Plans IEPs
Lesson Planning
Certification
ESL, Special Education, K-6
Timeline
Special Education Resource Teacher
Aubrey ISD
08.2013 - Current
4th Grade Teacher
Aubrey ISD
08.2009 - 08.2013
5th Grade ELAR Teacher
Duncanville ISD
01.2005 - 05.2009
Master of Education - Reading Curriculum And Instruction
Grand Canyon University
No Degree - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Journalism
University of Arizona