Jessica Berry
Belton,MO
Summary
Dynamic leader with proven expertise in compliance monitoring and exceptional skills in social-emotional learning, honed across roles from Special Education Teacher to Administration. Achieved significant improvements in educational effectiveness and student development by implementing innovative IEPs and fostering strong parent communication.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Process Coordinator
Independence School District
2016.08 - Current
- Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs.
- Collaborated with teachers to conduct behavioral assessments and intervention plans for numerous students.
- Facilitated IEP meetings by using family-centered, strength-based approach.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Interpreted and analyzed academic data to maintain student development and retention.
- Coached and observed multiple teachers to improve teaching techniques.
- Used Sped Track and Goalbook Toolkit to maintain student records and prepare reports.
Elementary Assistant Principal
Butler R-V School District
2011.08 - 2016.06
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
Middle School Principal
Pleasant Hope R-6 Schools
2007.08 - 2011.06
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
Special Education Teacher
Pleasant Hope R-6 Schools
2001.08 - 2007.05
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Special Education Teacher
Humansville School District
1999.08 - 2001.05
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Special Education Teacher
Strafford School District
1997.08 - 1998.05
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational Administration
William Woods University
Fulton, MO05.2028
Specialist of Education - Educational Administration
Southwest Baptist University
Bolivar, MO2010-07
Master of Science - Educational Administration
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO2004-05
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO1996-12
High School Diploma -
Belton High School
Belton, MO1992-05
Skills
- Compliance Monitoring
- Scheduling and Planning
- Social-emotional learning
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Social Skills Development
- Excellent classroom management
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Parent Communication
Certification
- Administration-Elementary Principal-Grades K-8
- Teacher- Elementary Education-Grades 1-8
- Teacher-Cross Category Disabilities-Grades K-12
- Administration-Superintendent-Grades K-12-Expired 2015
Timeline
Special Education Process Coordinator
Independence School District
2016.08 - Current
Elementary Assistant Principal
Butler R-V School District
2011.08 - 2016.06
Middle School Principal
Pleasant Hope R-6 Schools
2007.08 - 2011.06
Special Education Teacher
Pleasant Hope R-6 Schools
2001.08 - 2007.05
Special Education Teacher
Humansville School District
1999.08 - 2001.05
Special Education Teacher
Strafford School District
1997.08 - 1998.05
Doctor of Education - Educational Administration
William Woods University
Specialist of Education - Educational Administration
Southwest Baptist University
Master of Science - Educational Administration
Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Missouri State University
High School Diploma -
Belton High School