JENNIFER SCHWABROW
Fonda,NY
Summary
Dedicated and visionary educational leader with over two decades of experience in special education and instructional leadership. Proven record of improving student outcomes through inclusive programming, strategic planning, and team development. Committed to fostering equitable learning environments and building collaborative school cultures. Ready to lead a district with integrity, innovation, and a focus on continuous improvement.
Overview
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Special Education and Instructional Services
Canajoharie Central School District
01.2015 - Current
- Lead and manage district-wide special education programs, overseeing compliance, staffing, curriculum alignment, and instructional practices across all grade levels.
- Supervise and evaluate instructional staff, ensuring high-quality teaching and adherence to state and federal mandates.
- Supervise the Pupil Personnel Services Team including the School Resource Officer to develop and implement a district-wide Social-Emotional curriculum and oversee the Student Mentor Program.
- Manage department budgets and coordinate professional development initiatives focused on inclusive education, social-emotional growth and differentiated instruction.
- Collaborate with district and building administrators to support data-driven decision-making, MTSS/RTI implementation, and student achievement strategies.
- Served as the Chief Information Officer and District Data Coordinator managing secure data systems and ensuring compliance with New York State reporting requirements.
- Developed, authored, and oversaw the implementation of the district's 611, 619, RECOV, and Title grant initiatives in alignment with federal and state funding requirements.
- Contributed to district-level committees to support needs of students on IEPs.
- Coordinated special education services through frequent principal collaboration and consultation.
- Conducted regular reviews of individual student progress towards IEP goals, adjusting instructional approaches based on data analysis results.
Special Education Teacher (Grades K-12)
Canajoharie Central School District
01.2006 - 01.2015
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) in compliance with IDEA regulations.
- Provided differentiated instruction and academic support in both Integrated Co-teaching settings and in Special Class and Resource Room for students in Grades Kindergarten through 12th grade.
- Collaborated with general education teachers and service providers to enhance access to the general curriculum.
- Advocated for students with disabilities and worked closely with families to promote academic and social-emotional growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Special Education Teacher (Grades 6-12)
Sharon Springs Central School District
09.2003 - 06.2006
- Delivered targeted instruction and behavioral interventions for students with diverse learning needs in Social Studies Integrated Co-teaching classrooms and in Resource Room.
- Created and maintained a positive classroom environment that supported academic risk-taking and social development.
- Coordinated with related service providers and parents to ensure consistent support across settings.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
Education
Master of Science - Completion of ILO Leadership Development Series
ILO Group - HFM BOCES
06-2026
Master of Science - Completion of Fiscal Navigation for Superintendents Series
James Merrins, Ed.D
03-2026
Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS) - School Building Leadership and School District Leadership
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
07-2015
M.S.Ed. - Literacy
State University of New York at Albany
01-2006
B.S. - Childhood Education and Special Education
State University of New York at Geneseo
01-2003
Skills
- Strategic Planning & Leadership
- Curriculum & Instruction
- Budget Development & Oversight
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Crisis Intervention & Behavior Management
- Grant Writing & Program Development
- Instructional leadership
- Collaborative teaching
- Inclusive Program Design
- Education Law & Compliance
- Team Building & Staff Supervision
- Community & Family Engagement
- Educational Technology Integration
- Including AI
- Early intervention
- Parent-teacher collaboration
Affiliations
- School Administrators of New York State (SAANYS)
- Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)
- ASCD (Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development)
Certification
New York State School District Leader (SDL) Certification, New York State Professional Certification (SBL), New York State Permanent Certification - Special Education
Timeline
Director of Special Education and Instructional Services
Canajoharie Central School District
01.2015 - Current
Special Education Teacher (Grades K-12)
Canajoharie Central School District
01.2006 - 01.2015
Special Education Teacher (Grades 6-12)
Sharon Springs Central School District
09.2003 - 06.2006
B.S. - Childhood Education and Special Education
State University of New York at Geneseo
M.S.Ed. - Literacy
State University of New York at Albany
Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS) - School Building Leadership and School District Leadership
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
Master of Science - Completion of ILO Leadership Development Series
ILO Group - HFM BOCES
Master of Science - Completion of Fiscal Navigation for Superintendents Series
James Merrins, Ed.D