Jenny McCann
Costa Mesa,CA
Summary
Student focused leader prepared to deliver impactful results through strategic planning and implementation. Adept at fostering team collaboration, adapting to evolving requirements, and maintaining a solutions-oriented mindset. Skilled in conflict resolution and reaching implementable agreements. Known for fostering a collaborative environment and achieving measurable improvements in student outcomes. Reliable team player with flexible approach to evolving educational needs and adept at building relationships that foster consensus and student success.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Specialist
Fountain Valley School District
08.2011 - Current
- Leading multidisciplinary teams at ten school sites in the creation and implementation of educational programs resulting in student achievement
- Facilitating meetings fostering collaboration between stakeholders resulting in implementable programs for students with a focus on the whole child
- Leading workgroups and initiatives to increase student achievement and legal compliance
- Supporting special programs at ten school sites to meet the unique needs of all students aligned to FVSD Board Priorities, CCSS, and IDEIA
- Spearheaded pilot, adoption, and implementation of evidence based reading intervention curriculum districtwide
- Member of the FVSD Reading Committee
- Contributor to LCAP planning
- Coordinated Assistive Technology Training and Certification for Education Specialists at the elementary and secondary level to remove barriers to learning for students
- Leading Professional Learning Communities with Education Specialists at both the elementary and secondary level to ensure vertical articulation
- Providing individualized coaching and support to general and special education staff
- Teacher evaluation
- Developing and providing professional development series for both certificated and classified staff members (FAPE University)
- Parent education
- Fostering access to the least restrictive environment for all students
- Facilitating IEP team meetings
- Guiding teams in creating and delivering legally defensible, student centered programs
- Composing Prior Written Notice letters and legal briefings
- Coordinating Individual Service Plans for students in private schools
- Case Management and Oversight for students attending Non Public Schools
- Participating in Alternate Dispute Resolution Process to maintain positive relationships with families and reduce litigation; participating in Mediation
- Developing and implementing New Teacher training, ongoing New Teacher support and coaching, monitoring mentoring program
- Supporting Education Specialist implementation of FVSD Signature Practices in alignment with the CCSS
- Consulting with school teams regarding educational strategies, behavioral strategies, program implementation and program design
- Assisting teams with assessments and analysis
- Coordination between local districts with the SELPA and outside agencies
- Principal of Extended School Year program
Resource Specialist Teacher
Los Alamitos Unified School District
09.2008 - 07.2011
- McGaugh Elementary School
Special Education Teacher Specialist (Program Specialist)
Glendale Unified School District
06.2005 - 08.2008
Special Education Team Leader (Program Specialist)
Long Beach Unified School District
12.2001 - 06.2005
Educational Therapist / Literacy Specialist and Supervisor
The Kelter Center
06.2000 - 12.2001
- (and June-August 1998, 1999)
Resource Specialist
Long Beach Unified School District
09.1998 - 06.2000
- Stanford Middle School
Mild/Moderate Special Day Class Teacher
Long Beach Unified School District
12.1997 - 09.1998
Education
California Professional Level II Clear Administrative Services Credential -
California Professional Level II Clear Education Specialist Credential - Mild/Moderate Disabilities
Master’s of Science - Special Education
National University
Bachelors of Arts - English
University of California, Davis
06.1994
Skills
- Building successful teams, Clear Communicator, Problem Solver, Data Driven Decision Making, Manage Multiple Tasks, Conflict Resolution, Skill Building, Enhanced Student Outcomes
Accomplishments
Spearheaded pilot, adoption, and implementation of evidence based reading intervention curriculum. Facilitated Assistive Technology Certification for Education Specialists.
Certification
- CLAD Certificate
- Autism Added Authorization
- NCLB Highly Qualified Teacher Verification
- Behavior Intervention Case Manager
Timeline
Program Specialist
Fountain Valley School District
08.2011 - Current
Resource Specialist Teacher
Los Alamitos Unified School District
09.2008 - 07.2011
Special Education Teacher Specialist (Program Specialist)
Glendale Unified School District
06.2005 - 08.2008
Special Education Team Leader (Program Specialist)
Long Beach Unified School District
12.2001 - 06.2005
Educational Therapist / Literacy Specialist and Supervisor
The Kelter Center
06.2000 - 12.2001
Resource Specialist
Long Beach Unified School District
09.1998 - 06.2000
Mild/Moderate Special Day Class Teacher
Long Beach Unified School District
12.1997 - 09.1998
California Professional Level II Clear Education Specialist Credential - Mild/Moderate Disabilities
Master’s of Science - Special Education
National University
Bachelors of Arts - English
University of California, Davis
California Professional Level II Clear Administrative Services Credential -
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