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Jessica Howie

Lawrence,MA

Summary

Dedicated elementary school educator with expertise in special education. Proven history of developing lesson plans with engaging content that instructs students with a variety of learning profiles. Dynamic whole-child approach consistently supporting student performance and advancement. Collaborative faculty member serving on numerous division-wide committees throughout current tenure.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Grade 2 Teacher

The Pike School
Andover, MA
10.2016 - Current
  • Implement all curricular content areas by establishing engaging, accessible lessons for students
  • Maintain and document the progress of students on Individualized Education Programs and execute any necessary accommodations or modifications
  • Determine appropriate, specific auxiliary learning opportunities for students who need additional support or for students who perform beyond grade level
  • Sustain an open line of communication with families regarding both daily activities in the classroom as well as predetermined goals for each student
  • Stay well informed of new, data-driven research in education and implement those learning experiences in the classroom
  • Serve as a member of various committees including but not limited to the Head of School search committee, self-accreditation team, professional development committee, and Lower School schedule committee

Special Education Paraprofessional

North Andover Public Schools
09.2015 - 10.2016

Reading Specialist, Permanent Substitute

Andover Public Schools
09.2013 - 06.2014

Education

Masters of Education -

Merrimack College
North Andover, MA
05.2015

Bachelor of Arts - English

Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT
05.2012

Skills

  • IEP Implementation and Documentation
  • Personalized Small-Group Instruction
  • Classroom Organization
  • Team Building and Leadership
  • Cross-Divisional Collaboration
  • Family Communication and Goal Setting

Certification

  • Early Childhood Education, PreK-2
  • Moderate Disabilities, PreK-8
  • Sheltered English Immersion

Timeline

Grade 2 Teacher

The Pike School
10.2016 - Current

Special Education Paraprofessional

North Andover Public Schools
09.2015 - 10.2016

Reading Specialist, Permanent Substitute

Andover Public Schools
09.2013 - 06.2014

Masters of Education -

Merrimack College

Bachelor of Arts - English

Quinnipiac University
Jessica Howie