Jennifer Simmet
Spokane Valley
Summary
Special Education Teacher dedicated to fostering inclusive classrooms for diverse learners. Proficient in IEP case management, specially designed instruction, and co-teaching strategies. Committed to leveraging data-driven insights to enhance student achievement and promote academic growth through tailored support.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education ELA Resource Teacher
Evergreen Middle School
Spokane
09.2025 - Current
- Provide specially designed instruction in ELA for grades 6–8 in both co-teaching and resource settings
- Collaborate with general education teachers on accommodations, modifications, and specially designed instruction
- Develop Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), Positive Support Plans (PSPs), and other individualized supports as needed
- Monitor student progress through data collection and ongoing assessment to guide instruction
- Manage IEP caseloads and participate in meetings with families and multidisciplinary teams
Special Education Resource Overflow Teacher
Liberty Lake Elementary, Broadway Elementary and Sunrise Elementary
Spokane
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Managed IEP caseloads across three elementary schools including compliance, progress monitoring, and meeting facilitation
- Provided targeted small-group instruction to address skill deficits and IEP goals
- Implemented full-inclusion instruction model within general education classrooms
Special Education Paraeducator
Pasadena Park Elementary
Spokane
09.2017 - 09.2024
Provided academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support for students receiving special education services across multiple educational settings
Life Skills / Special Education Paraeducator
Seth Woodard Elementary
Spokane
10.2012 - 09.2017
Provided individualized instruction, behavior support, and life skills development to students with moderate to severe disabilities, fostering their independence and personal growth
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary and Special Education
Grand Canyon University | Phoenix, AZ
05-2024
Skills
- Individualized Education Plans
- Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
- Positive Support Plans (PSPs)
- Specially Designed Instruction (SDI)
- MTSS/RTI
- Differentiated Instruction
- Co-Teaching
- Inclusive Classroom Practices
- Curriculum Development
- Progress Monitoring and Data Analysis
- Classroom Management
- Development & Compliance
Timeline
Special Education ELA Resource Teacher
Evergreen Middle School
09.2025 - Current
Special Education Resource Overflow Teacher
Liberty Lake Elementary, Broadway Elementary and Sunrise Elementary
09.2024 - 06.2025
Special Education Paraeducator
Pasadena Park Elementary
09.2017 - 09.2024
Life Skills / Special Education Paraeducator
Seth Woodard Elementary
10.2012 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Elementary and Special Education
Grand Canyon University | Phoenix, AZ