Jennifer Toupet
Succasunna,NJ
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in fostering student growth and engagement. Skilled in classroom management, individualized instruction, and implementing educational strategies to support diverse learning needs. Focused on collaboration and achieving measurable results, adaptable to dynamic classroom environments. Trusted for reliability and effective teamwork.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
In Class Support Teacher
Eisenhower Middle School
09.2022 - Current
- Integrate general and special education planning and teaching in middle school In Class Support Classroom
- Devise individualized support plans for special education students
- Innovate multiple universally designed strategies for classroom use for both general education and special education students
- Communicate and collaborate with the Child Study Team on IEP implementation
Transition Coordinator
Roxbury High School
01.2019 - 08.2022
- Designed and implemented transition curriculum for 18-21-year-old programming
- Coordinated resources and services in the community to aid in the training, education, and employment of transition high school students
- Created and managed opportunities for community-based instruction, work-based learning, volunteer, on-the-job training, and shadowing experiences
- Organized a variety of community-based trips to educational institutions, employment centers, etc…
- Trained and developed close partnerships with community members and school staff related to transition issues impacting students and young adults with special needs
- Led and took part in a variety of seminars, workshops, and informational events on relevant transition topics to promote forward, progressive thinking about individuals with special needs
K-2 General Education/ICR Teacher
Jefferson Elementary School/Kennedy Elementary School
09.2010 - 01.2019
- Created, coordinated, and implemented cohesively designed K-2 lesson plans for small and large group instruction
- Collaborated with special education teacher to provide individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students in an inclusive classroom
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with families through multiple avenues of home-school communication
- Facilitated and trained elementary school staff in curriculum and grade reporting as well as leading parent university seminars on varied early childhood topics
- Developed elementary school curriculum for K-2 content area subjects
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services
10.1998 - 06.2002
- Coordinated transition and vocational services for transitioning high school students and adults in the community with various special needs to prepare for, obtain, and maintain employment
- Attended IEP meetings to assist schools in planning for vocational services
- Assessed and identified needs, interests, and skills to create viable vocational plans for realistic and meaningful career goals
- Collaborated with families, school staff, employers, vendors, and other community stakeholders to expand and provide resources and services to individuals seeking employment, education, and training in various careers
- Organized informational seminars and events at local high schools and colleges related to transition issues
Education
M.Ed - Educational Practice
Centenary College
Hackettstown, NJ09.2015
Early Childhood P-3 Endorsement -
Monmouth University
West Long Branch, NJ05.2015
BA - Special Education (Teacher of the Handicap Certification)
Kean University
Union, NJ06.1996
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Classroom Organization
- Adaptive learning tools
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year (Jefferson Elementary School, 2017)
- Employee of The Year, Developmental Resources Corp. 1990
References
Available upon request
Committeesmemberships
- School Climate & Culture Committee
- Teacher Facilitator for Fundations (Wilson based phonics program)
- Report Card Committee
- Teacher Mentor Training
- Roxbury Community School Preschool Program Developer
Timeline
In Class Support Teacher
Eisenhower Middle School
09.2022 - Current
Transition Coordinator
Roxbury High School
01.2019 - 08.2022
K-2 General Education/ICR Teacher
Jefferson Elementary School/Kennedy Elementary School
09.2010 - 01.2019
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services
10.1998 - 06.2002
Early Childhood P-3 Endorsement -
Monmouth University
BA - Special Education (Teacher of the Handicap Certification)
Kean University
M.Ed - Educational Practice
Centenary College
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