Jessica Brichta
Special Education Teacher/Special Education Strategist
Peoria,United States
Summary
Accomplished Special Education Teacher in the Deer Valley Unified School District. Excelled in creating tailored IEPs and fostering inclusive classrooms. Leveraged strong communication and classroom management skills. Student engagement and academic success were significantly enhanced throughout tenure at the campus. Mentored teachers and lead professional development in special education strategies. Curated thoughtfully designed daily schedules for all special education staff including teachers and paraprofessionals as well as individualized student schedules.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Early Kids Coach
Christ's Church of the Valley
3 2024 - Current
- Served as great role model for children by teaching how to learn, grow and serve as part of church.
- Enhanced children's understanding of biblical stories by leading interactive weekly lessons.
- Maintained appropriate communication with parents regarding child activities and incidents.
- Reinforced policies for use of check-in and check-out procedures
- Provided fun, safe, and nurturing environment for children, fostering sense of community and belonging.
- Upheld and promoted church's values and mission through personal example and dedicated service, inspiring others to volunteer.
- Adapted teaching methods to cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring all children felt supported and valued.
Special Education Teacher/Strategist
Deer Valley Unified School District
08.2007 - 05.2023
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Mentored all teachers, paraprofessionals, and related services staff sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Promoted positive learning environment through use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse student population.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Coordinated special education students, teachers, and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Developed and executed behavioral intervention plans and social skills training leading to decrease in disruptive behaviors and increase in classroom participation, improved peer interactions, and social integration utilizing Positive Behavioral Supports (PBS).
- Organized and led professional development sessions for colleagues on inclusive education strategies, improving school-wide support for students with disabilities, and on laws and regulations governing special education.
Education
Bachelor Of Applied Science - Elementary And Special Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ 08.2003 - 05.2007
Skills
Group and individual instruction
Child development
Excellent interpersonal communication
Teamwork and collaboration
Planning and coordination
Team motivation and bonding
Personable and friendly
Flexible and adaptable
Dependable and responsible
Multitasking abilities
Timeline
Special Education Teacher/Strategist
Deer Valley Unified School District
08.2007 - 05.2023
Bachelor Of Applied Science - Elementary And Special Education
Northern Arizona University
08.2003 - 05.2007
Early Kids Coach
Christ's Church of the Valley
3 2024 - Current
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