Jenny Irelan
Higginsville
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher with a proven track record in tailored instruction, effective classroom management, and advocacy for student success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Lafayette County C-1 School District
Higginsville
10.2015 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans to meet diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement effective teaching strategies.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instructional methods accordingly.
- Provided targeted support for students with behavioral challenges.
- Advocated for necessary resources and accommodations for students' success.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Integrated social skills training into curriculum, facilitating improved peer interactions and social integration.
- Improved reading comprehension among students with learning disabilities by designing and delivering targeted literacy activities.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive educational and emotional support for students.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lafayette County C-1 School District
Higginsville, MO
08.2012 - 09.2015
- Supported teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Assisted in classroom management, promoting a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Implemented behavioral interventions to enhance student engagement and participation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective strategies for student progress.
- Monitored student performance, providing feedback to educators and parents on individual growth.
- Adapted instructional materials to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
- Mentored new paraprofessionals, sharing best practices for supporting special education students.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Delivered efficient instruction by assisting with lesson planning and materials preparation.
- Facilitated administration and scoring of standardized tests and assessments to draw meaningful data regarding learning and growth.
Education
Master of Science - Education
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MOBachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MOSkills
- Tailored instruction
- Effective classroom management
- Development of individual education plans
- Small group instruction
Certification
- 5-9 Social Sciences
- K-12 Special Education Cross Categorical
- 1-6 Elementary Education
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Lafayette County C-1 School District
10.2015 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lafayette County C-1 School District
08.2012 - 09.2015
Master of Science - Education
University of Central Missouri
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Central Missouri