Jenny Irelan
Higginsville,MO
Summary
Compassionate and highly organized professional with 10+ years of experience supporting children and families through individualized planning, advocacy, crisis intervention, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Extensive background coordinating services for students with developmental, behavioral, emotional, and academic needs while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations. Skilled in relationship-building, documentation, de-escalation, and connecting families with appropriate supports and resources. Seeking to transition into a Targeted Case Manager role with Johnson County Board of Services to continue supporting individuals and families through person-centered services and advocacy.
Education professional with track record of effectively engaging students in meaningful summer learning experiences. Expertise in developing and executing creative lesson plans that cater to variety of learning styles. Known for strong collaboration with colleagues and ability to adapt to changing educational requirements, ensuring student success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Summer School Teacher
Lafayette County C-1 School District
- Supported students with behavioral and academic needs within structured summer programming.
- Collaborated with staff and families to maintain continuity of support services and interventions.
Special Education Teacher
Lafayette County C-1 School District
10.2015 - Current
- Managed individualized educational and behavioral plans for students with diverse developmental, emotional, behavioral, and academic needs.
- Collaborated with families, counselors, therapists, administrators, and outside providers to coordinate appropriate services and supports.
- Maintained detailed confidential records and ensured compliance with state and federal guidelines.
- Conducted ongoing progress monitoring and documentation to support individualized goals and intervention planning.
- Supported students and families during high-stress situations through calm communication, problem-solving, and de-escalation strategies.
- Advocated for student and family needs by helping identify appropriate accommodations, resources, and support services.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with students and caregivers from diverse backgrounds.
- Managed multiple responsibilities and deadlines while maintaining strong communication and organization.
Education
Master’s of Arts - Teaching
University of Central Missouri
12-2012
Bachelor’s Degree - Criminal Justice
Central Missouri State University
01-2003
Skills
- Case Management & Service Coordination
- Crisis Prevention & De-escalation
- Family Advocacy & Support
- Behavioral Intervention Strategies
- Documentation & Compliance
- Individualized Planning
- Progress Monitoring & Data Collection
- Confidential Records Management
- Team Collaboration
- Trauma-Informed Practices
- Communication & Conflict Resolution
Certification
- Missouri Teaching Certifications
- CPR & First Aid Certification (if applicable)
- Trauma-Informed Practices Training (if applicable)
- Previous training for years in CPI has expired
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Lafayette County C-1 School District
10.2015 - Current
Summer School Teacher
Lafayette County C-1 School District
Bachelor’s Degree - Criminal Justice
Central Missouri State University
Master’s of Arts - Teaching
University of Central Missouri