Jennifer Tuirok
Warwick,R.I.
Summary
Versatile and dedicated Special Education Teacher committed to addressing the unique needs of each student through tailored educational strategies. Recognized for an empathetic approach and a strong ability to design and implement engaging, hands-on lessons that promote active learning. A positive attitude and collaborative spirit contribute to creating a safe, nurturing environment where all students can thrive and reach their full potential. Passionate about fostering inclusive classrooms that celebrate diversity and encourage personal growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher/MLL
Rhode Island Alternative Academy
09.2017 - Current
- Taught reading, language arts and social sciences in a self-contained K-2nd grade Classroom
- Implemented a point system to encourage positive behavior.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Redirected poor behavior using the positive reinforcement method.
- Gave one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on the entire group.
- Organized instruction material, including constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas as well as created monthly thematic units with lesson plans.
- Guided teachers with supports for MLL students based on Access testing scores
- Administered Access testing annually
Special Education Teacher
West Bay Collaborative
01.2016 - 08.2017
- Instructed students in all academic areas
- Redirected poor behavior using the positive reinforcement method.
- Physically and verbally interacted with students throughout the day.
- Organized instruction material, including constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
- Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences and teacher training workshops.
- Drafted lesson plans and submitted them for review and feedback in a timely manner.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Met regularly with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress.
Lead Pre School Teacher/ Ed. Coordinator for School Age
Imagination Station Early Learning Center
08.2011 - 01.2016
- Monitored students' educational progress with individual charts and files.
- Taught an average of 22 children per school year.
- Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
- Established daily routines that were easy for the children to follow.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Created Individual/ And whole group Classroom Activities
- Implemented Sign Language into daily learning
Special Education Substitute Teacher
Gateway/ Valley Day School
11.2013 - 01.2014
- Taught reading, language arts and social sciences in a self-contained behavioral classroom.
- Implemented a point system to encourage positive behavior.
- Prepared instruction materials, including making copies, constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary/Special Education
Providence College
Providence, RI01.2007
Certification in MLL K-12 - Education
Johnson And Wales
Providence, RI05-2019
Skills
- Kind and empathetic educator
- Team player
- Punctual and reliable
- RI Teaching Certificate Elementary 1-6 & Special Education K-8
- RI teaching certificate MLL K-12
- Endorsement in Reading and Dyslexia
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Familiar with Skyward , Aspen and creating Individual Educational Plans
- DIBELS knowledge
- Edmentum Training
- Eureka Math knowledge and implementation within the classroom
- Fundations /Wilson introduction training completed
- Creative lesson planning
- Meets RI's Highly Qualified Teacher requirements
- CPI trained
- Chromebook/Ipad training completed
Certification
RI Elementary 1-6 and Special Education K-8 teaching certificate, MLL K-12 RI Certificate , Endorsement in Reading and Dyslexia
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Special Education Teacher/MLL
Rhode Island Alternative Academy
09.2017 - Current
Special Education Teacher
West Bay Collaborative
01.2016 - 08.2017
Special Education Substitute Teacher
Gateway/ Valley Day School
11.2013 - 01.2014
Lead Pre School Teacher/ Ed. Coordinator for School Age
Imagination Station Early Learning Center
08.2011 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary/Special Education
Providence College
Certification in MLL K-12 - Education
Johnson And Wales