Jessica Dudley
Dickinson,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Focused on building and enhancing relationships, while meeting the needs of all students and staff in the department.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Structured Learning Teacher
Deer Park ISD
08.2016 - Current
- Supported people with developmental disabilities and autism in building multi-faceted skillset to promote independence and self-confidence.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Responsible for writing and carrying out Individualized Educational Plans
Social Life Skills Teacher
Deer Park ISD
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Supported people with developmental disabilities and autism in building multi-faceted skillset to promote independence and self-confidence.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Customized strategies based on individuals' goals and strengths and offered each positive reinforcement to continue progress against goals.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of improvement and adjust lessons accordingly for optimal student outcomes.
- Responsible for writing and carrying out Individualized Educational Plans for all students on caseload.
Alternative Academics Teacher
Clear Creek Independent School District
08.2008 - 07.2014
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Supported people with developmental disabilities and autism in building multi-faceted skillset to promote independence and self-confidence.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Responsible for writing and carrying out Individualized Educational Plans for all students on caseload.
Education
Masters of Education - Special Education Leadership
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Health Education
University of Houston
Houston, TX05.2006
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication and relationships
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Differentiated Instruction
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Student needs assessment
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- Classroom Technology
- Multitask skills
- Time management skills
Certification
Special Education Ec-12
Generalist 4-8
Health EC-12
Family Consumer Composite
Timeline
Structured Learning Teacher
Deer Park ISD
08.2016 - Current
Social Life Skills Teacher
Deer Park ISD
08.2014 - 08.2016
Alternative Academics Teacher
Clear Creek Independent School District
08.2008 - 07.2014
Masters of Education - Special Education Leadership
Lamar University
Bachelor of Science - Health Education
University of Houston
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