Jessica Clark
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Professional with a proven track record at Memphis Shelby County Schools and Collierville Schools, skilled in IEP implementation and positive behavior reinforcement. Successfully enhanced student engagement and learning through tailored support and collaboration with educators, fostering a safe and productive environment for students with diverse needs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Memphis Shelby County Schools
01.2024 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Collierville Schools
08.2021 - 01.2024
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Partnered with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for each individual student''s growth and progress.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the organization of field trips and extracurricular events that offered valuable real-world experiences for special education students, fostering skill-building opportunities outside the classroom setting.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
Administrative Executive/Behavior Technician
Janna Hacker & Associates
02.2019 - 08.2021
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Maintained detailed records of client behaviors and interventions, ensuring accurate tracking of progress over time.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to the ongoing evaluation of client progress.
- Handled confidential information with utmost discretion, ensuring sensitive data was protected from unauthorized access.
- Collected data, input records, and protected electronic files.
Special Education Specialist
University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
03.2013 - 03.2016
- Enhanced student learning by developing and implementing individualized education plans tailored to each student''s needs.
- Organized extracurricular activities specifically designed for students with disabilities promoting social interactions and building selfesteem.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by implementing proactive strategies and clear expectations for all students.
- Advocated for students'' rights and needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations in all school settings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child Life Specialist
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN05-2026
Associate of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS05-2010
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Teacher assistance
- Learning disabilities support
- Classroom organization
- Collaboration with teachers
- Verbal and written communication
- Seizure management
- Data collection
- Autism support
- IEP implementation
- Positive behavior reinforcement
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Memphis Shelby County Schools
01.2024 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Collierville Schools
08.2021 - 01.2024
Administrative Executive/Behavior Technician
Janna Hacker & Associates
02.2019 - 08.2021
Special Education Specialist
University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
03.2013 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Science - Child Life Specialist
University of Memphis
Associate of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Hinds Community College
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