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Jennifer Wyne

Fairmont,WV

Summary

Dedicated developmental specialist and special education teacher with expertise in autism spectrum, behavioral assessment, and individualized education plans. Skilled in collaborative teamwork, referral coordination, and client advocacy. Adaptable, reliable, and detail-oriented with a strong focus on problem-solving and decision-making.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

DEVELOPMENTAL SPECIALIST

West Virginia Birth to Three
01.2007 - Current
  • Conducted assessments of child's cognitive, language, motor skills, adaptive behaviors, self-help skills, sensory integration needs and other areas related to developmental delays
  • Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of professionals including speech therapists, physical therapists and occupational therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans for clients
  • Implemented interventions that address social emotional regulation skills in order to increase successful interactions with peers and adults
  • Assisted families with accessing appropriate community resources such as early intervention programs, special education services, therapeutic services
  • Provided consultation services to daycare centers regarding best practices when working with children who have developmental delays or disabilities
  • Supported families in understanding diagnosis information from physicians or specialists related to their child's condition or disability
  • Presented information using variety of instructional techniques or formats, such as role-playing, simulations, team exercises, videos and lectures.
  • Identified training needs and developed content while evaluating existing programs.
  • Completed forms and reports in compliance with federal and state regulations

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

Marion County Board of Education
08.2006 - 03.2014
  • Provided academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support for students in need
  • Reviewed IEP with student's parents, school administrators and student's general education teachers
  • Utilized a variety of teaching strategies to support the learning of diverse learners
  • Adapted curriculum content as needed based on individual student abilities
  • Established and maintained cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and schools
  • Engaged in ongoing professional development activities to stay up-to-date on best practices in special education instruction
  • Assisted in transitioning students from one educational setting to another
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Created lesson plans that adhered to state standards and objectives
  • Developed transition plans to move students to targeted career, vocational and life skills

Education

MASTER OF ARTS (M.A.) IN EDUCATION -

Fairmont State University
Fairmont, WV
05.2007

Skills

  • Autism Spectrum Expertise
  • Written Communication
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Referral Coordination
  • Attention to Detail
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Individualized Education Plans
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Decision-Making
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Organizational Skills
  • Problem-Solving
  • Client Advocacy
  • Special Needs Advocacy
  • Active Listening
  • Reliability

Certification

Teaching Certification

Timeline

DEVELOPMENTAL SPECIALIST

West Virginia Birth to Three
01.2007 - Current

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

Marion County Board of Education
08.2006 - 03.2014

MASTER OF ARTS (M.A.) IN EDUCATION -

Fairmont State University

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