Jennifer Sartori
Appleton,WI
Summary
Versatile Teacher of the Deaf and hard of hearing 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 and personal growth. Excellent interpersonal relationship skills with students, families, and colleagues. Goes above and beyond to help others and support students' needs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher: Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Appleton Area School District
Appleton, WI
01.2014 - Current
- Evaluated students ECH-12 to determine qualification for special education services
- Developed and implemented IEPs with student engagement
- Team player working with interpreters, professionals, and families from cultural, socio-economic, and diverse backgrounds
- Founded Appleton East's sign language club
- Empowered students to rise to challenges, take risks, develop growth mindsets, and advocate for own needs
Teacher: Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Appleton Area School District
Appleton, WI
10.1991 - 08.1999
- Evaluated students ECH-12 to determine qualification for special education services
- Developed and implemented IEPs with student engagement
- Team player working with interpreters, professionals, and families from cultural, socio-economic, and diverse backgrounds
- Founded Appleton East's sign language club
- Empowered students to rise to challenges, take risks, develop growth mindsets, and advocate for own needs
Community Sign Language Interpreter
The Sign Language Group
Menasha, WI
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Provided expressive and receptive sign language interpreting in various settings for clients of widely varying language. social, and emotional needs
- Showed flexibility in daily schedule changes
- Accepted by Deaf community for genuine knowledge, respect, advocacy, and skill
- Maintained accurate records for billing purposes
- Maintained positive relationships with clients and establishments
Education
Master of Arts - English Language Learners
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Deaf Education
Illinois State University
Normal, IL12.1989
Skills
Fluent in American Sign Language and Deaf culture
- Strong advocacy and communication skills
- Familiar with assessment tools
- Accommodates different learning styles
- Teams with regular education teachers on best practices and curricular modifications
- Uses positive reinforcement methods in trauma-centered, encouraging, compassionate environment
- Helps others develop growth mindsets
- Seeks challenges and solution options
- Team player
- Lifetime learner
- Victim advocate volunteer with police from two counties
References
Nicolle Girard, Educational Interpreter
girardnicolle@aasd.k12.wi.us
920-602-0360
Anne Meyer, Educational Interpreter
meyeranne@aasd.ker.wi.us
920-540-0274
Angie Koerner, Teacher of the Deaf and hard of hearing/Department Lead
koernerangela@aasd.k12.wi.us
920-450-2403
Timeline
Teacher: Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Appleton Area School District
01.2014 - Current
Community Sign Language Interpreter
The Sign Language Group
01.2009 - 01.2011
Teacher: Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Appleton Area School District
10.1991 - 08.1999
Master of Arts - English Language Learners
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Bachelor of Science - Deaf Education
Illinois State University
Similar Profiles
Karla LaudenKarla Lauden
High School Art Teacher at Appleton Area School DistrictHigh School Art Teacher at Appleton Area School District
Sharon GronertSharon Gronert
Secretary/Instructional Paraprofessional at Appleton Area School DistrictSecretary/Instructional Paraprofessional at Appleton Area School District
Molly PetersonMolly Peterson
SpEd Paraprofessional at Appleton Area School DistrictSpEd Paraprofessional at Appleton Area School District
Michelle SitesMichelle Sites
Paraprofessional Aide at Appleton Area School DistrictParaprofessional Aide at Appleton Area School District
Jeremy WrightJeremy Wright
Team Lead/Machine Operator/Packaging at AppricityTeam Lead/Machine Operator/Packaging at Appricity