Jessica Goodale
Amarillo
Summary
Dedicated special education professional with a proven track record of fostering inclusive learning environments and implementing effective instructional strategies that address diverse student needs. Emphasizes collaboration and consistently achieves positive educational outcomes while adapting to changing classroom dynamics. Skilled in behavior management and student advocacy, demonstrating reliability, flexibility, and a passion for empowering students to reach their full potential. Committed to creating a supportive and engaging educational experience for all learners.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Amarillo ISD
Amarillo, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Implemented behavioral intervention strategies to promote student engagement and success.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adapt instructional methods.
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices in special education techniques.
SELF CONTAINED SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Canyon ISD
Canyon, TX
08.2021 - Current
- Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement.
- Develop and implement strategies to meet the needs of students with a variety of handicapping conditions.
- Employ special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory.
- Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and professionals to develop individual educational plans designed to promote students' educational, physical, and social development.
- Instruct students in daily living skills required for independent maintenance and self-sufficiency, such as hygiene, safety, and food preparation.
5TH GRADE SCIENCE TEACHER
Canyon ISD
Canyon, TX
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
SPECIAL EDUCATION RESOURCE TEACHER
Canyon ISD
Canyon, TX
08.2017 - 05.2020
- Modify the general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and instructional technology.
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and policies and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
- Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and professionals to develop individual educational plans designed to promote students' educational, physical, and social development.
- Coordinate placement of students with special needs into mainstream classes.
MATH TEACHER
Hereford ISD
Hereford, TX
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students.
- Assist students who need extra help, such as by tutoring and preparing and implementing remedial programs.
- Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Interdisciplinary Studies
WEST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
Canyon, TX05-2015
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Inclusion strategies
- Collaborative teaching
- Classroom management
- Writing Individualized education plans
- Clear Communication
- Trained in Handle with Care
Accomplishments
Campus Teacher of the Year 2024
Certification
- TExES Generalist 4-8
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6
- TExES Special Education EC-12
- TExES ESL Supplement EC-12
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Amarillo ISD
08.2022 - Current
SELF CONTAINED SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Canyon ISD
08.2021 - Current
5TH GRADE SCIENCE TEACHER
Canyon ISD
08.2020 - 05.2021
SPECIAL EDUCATION RESOURCE TEACHER
Canyon ISD
08.2017 - 05.2020
MATH TEACHER
Hereford ISD
08.2015 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Interdisciplinary Studies
WEST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY