Jennifer Rudlaff
Kalamazoo
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
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Kalamazoo Public Schools
Kalamazoo, MI
08.2014 - Current
- Enhanced students' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
Special Education Teacher
Allegan Public Schools
Allegan, MI
08.2005 - 06.2014
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Increased parent involvement through the organization of workshops, conferences, and informational sessions on topics relevant to special education services.
- Streamlined classroom processes by integrating technology tools such as interactive whiteboards and assistive devices designed for students with disabilities.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MIMaster of Arts - Educational Technology
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MIBachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MISkills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Multicultural Awarenes
- Parent Communication
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Progress Evaluations
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Intervention Plans
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Kalamazoo Public Schools
08.2014 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Allegan Public Schools
08.2005 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Western Michigan University
Master of Arts - Educational Technology
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Western Michigan University