Jessica Ireland
Rockingham,VA
Summary
Dedicated Early Childhood Special Education Teacher with a passion for supporting the individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Skilled in utilizing assistive technology and behavior management strategies. Expert in fostering student growth through effective IEP facilitation and multidisciplinary collaboration, achieving significant progress in student development. Committed to creating inclusive learning environments tailored to the diverse needs of all students.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Rockingham County Public Schools
08.2015 - Current
- Develop and implement lesson plans in alignment with IEPs and developmental standards for students ages 2-5.
- Conduct ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction as needed.
- Collaborate with parents, therapists, and other professionals to create a comprehensive support system for students.
- Provide effective and differentiated classroom instruction and support to students with diverse learning needs to foster students' physical, cognitive, communication, and social emotional growth.
- Utilize assistive technology and adaptive materials to enhance learning opportunities.
- Administer, interpret, and report on developmental evaluations to parents and guardians to determine eligibility for special education services.
- Implemented positive behavioral support strategies, functional behavioral assessments, and behavior intervention plans to manage student behavior and build relationships.
- Student Study Chair, Lacey Spring Elementary School- Led meetings with an interdisciplinary team to develop interventions for students. Maintained student files and completed paperwork for school-wide initial eligibility referrals.
- Team Lead-Mountain View Elementary School
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Special Education
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA05-2015
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA05-2012
Skills
- Detailed knowledge of developmental milestones
- Proficient in use of assistive technology and AAC
- Data collection and analysis
- Behavior management strategies
- Experienced in facilitating IEP and eligibility meetings
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Mandt Training
- PECS Training
Timeline
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Rockingham County Public Schools
08.2015 - Current
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Special Education
James Madison University
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
James Madison University
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