Jennifer Storey
Blanchard
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Montcalm Area Intermediate School District, skilled in developing individualized education plans (IEPs) and fostering strong relationships with students and families. Expert in differentiated instruction and classroom management, enhancing student engagement and success through tailored support and effective communication.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Montcalm Area Intermediate School District
07.2020 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Provided job coaching and job skill training
Teacher Consultant
Montcalm Area Intermediate School District
08.2014 - 06.2020
- Actively participated in school-wide committees focused on curriculum development and assessment practices, helping shape future instructional policies.
- Led professional development workshops on best teaching practices, contributing to the overall improvement of teaching quality within the school.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment with a focus on mutual respect and collaboration among students.
- Mentored new teachers to help them successfully navigate their first years in the profession, contributing to higher teacher retention rates.
- Established effective classroom routines that maximized instructional time while minimizing disruptions.
Special Education Teacher
Grand Rapids Public School
08.1995 - 08.2014
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
Education
Master in The Art of Teaching - Education
Marygrove College
Detroit, MISkills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans ieps
- Small group instruction
- Relationship building
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- De-escalation techniques
- Special education
Certification
Emotional Impairments
Cognitive Impairments
Learning Disabilities
K-8 elementary certification
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Montcalm Area Intermediate School District
07.2020 - Current
Teacher Consultant
Montcalm Area Intermediate School District
08.2014 - 06.2020
Special Education Teacher
Grand Rapids Public School
08.1995 - 08.2014
Master in The Art of Teaching - Education
Marygrove College
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