Jessica Cleffi
Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit 21
BETHLEHEM,PA
1
Certification
18
years of professional experience
Diligent Special Education Supervisor skilled in leading special education programs, supervising staff, ensuring compliance, and supporting student success. Demonstrated effective leadership and communication skills in managing diverse educational settings.
Work History
Special Education Supervisor
1 Year 7 Months- Coached and observed teachers to improve teaching techniques.
- Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs.
- Reviewed progress reports regularly, adjusting IEP goals as needed based on assessment results.
- Established positive relationships with families, fostering trust and collaboration towards shared goals for their children''s success.
- Organized professional development opportunities for teachers, improving their skills in managing diverse classroom environments.
- Maintained contact with parents to address concerns and needs of children.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Collaborated with teachers and support staff to implement effective strategies for diverse learners.
- Provided training and support to educators on special education best practices and compliance requirements.
- Led team meetings to discuss student development, share insights, and strategize improvements in service delivery.
- Evaluated special education staff through classroom observation, feedback and recommendations.
Special Education Teacher
16 Years 2 Months- Collaborated with teachers and support staff to implement effective strategies for diverse learners.
- Led team meetings to discuss student development, share insights, and strategize improvements in service delivery.
- Advocated for resources and support services to enhance educational opportunities for students with disabilities.
- Maintained contact with parents to address concerns and needs of children.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and support staff to ensure a comprehensive approach to each student''s educational experience.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive classroom environments.
- Designed engaging lesson plans that integrate academic standards with practical applications.
- Provided targeted interventions for students with diverse learning challenges, enhancing overall academic performance.
- Monitored student progress through data-driven assessments, ensuring accurate reporting of outcomes.
Education
Special Education Supervisory Certification - Education Administration
- Educational Development And Strategies
Masters - Instructional Technology
Bachelor of Science - Education
Skills
Special Education Law
Special Education Programming
Data decision-making
Collaborative Leadership
Organization
Prioritization
Problem-Solving
Task Prioritization
Communication Skills
IEP Development
Certification
- Educational Leadership: Administration and Supervision
- Pennsylvania Special Education Teaching N-12
Timeline
Special Education Supervisor
Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit 21
03.2025 - CurrentRead More
Special Education Teacher
Bethlehem Area School District
01.2009 - 03.2025Read More
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Special Education Supervisory Certification from Education Administration
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Wilkes University
from Educational Development And Strategies
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Wilkes University
Masters from Instructional Technology
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East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science from Education
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