Jessica Jones
Flagstaff,AZ
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher with expertise in crisis management and boundary-setting, successfully fostering a supportive learning environment for students with diverse emotional and intellectual needs. Proven ability to implement differentiated instruction tailored to individual requirements, enhancing academic performance and social integration. Committed to developing essential skills that mitigate the impacts of physical and mental challenges on student success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
District Resource/Intervention Teacher
Flagstaff Unified School District
Flagstaff, AZ
08.2024 - Current
- Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers and parents on a regular basis.
- Utilized technology tools such as iPads or computers when designing lesson plans for students with disabilities.
- Maintained accurate records related to student progress, including test scores, attendance data, behavioral reports.
- Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments.
- Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to develop strategies for meeting the unique educational needs of individual students.
- Participated in professional development activities related to special education best practices.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and identified areas of strength and weakness.
- Counseled students on personal issues such as self-esteem building or problem solving skills.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss concerns about their child's academic performance or behavior.
- Created an environment conducive to learning by using positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided direct instruction to small groups of students on academic and social skills, as well as behavior management techniques.
- Developed individual educational plans designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
- Designed differentiated instruction plans based upon assessment results from both standardized tests and teacher observations.
- Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
- Developed and implemented instructional activities that were tailored to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
Behavior Support Teacher
Flagstaff Unified School District
Flagstaff, AZ
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Encouraged student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
- Implemented evidence-based strategies such as Applied Behavioral Analysis, Positive Behavior Intervention Supports, and Social Stories, as appropriate for each student's needs.
- Worked collaboratively with special education staff including speech therapists, occupational therapists, counselors to ensure continuity of services provided.
- Facilitated Individual Education Plans meetings to discuss student progress and necessary modifications or accommodations.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
- Engaged in professional development opportunities related to behavior analysis and intervention strategies.
- Monitored the implementation of positive behavior supports systems within the classroom environment.
- Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
- Developed behavior plans, strategies and interventions to support students with challenging behaviors.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed including verbal de-escalation techniques, physical restraint procedures, safety planning.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Enhanced students' physical, behavioral and social skills through class activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress utilizing data collection tools such as Functional Behavior Assessments.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Developed positive reinforcement systems tailored to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
- Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
- Utilized data collection methods to measure progress towards goal attainment and modify intervention strategies as needed.
- Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
- Defined and communicated rules and enforced through approved disciplinary methods.
- Designed and delivered personalized learning for each student and advocated for student inclusion and success in general education environments.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Encouraged positive social interactions between peers while modeling appropriate communication skills during daily activities.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Conducted assessments of student's skills and developed goals to improve social and emotional functioning.
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
- Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
Special Education Clerk
Flagstaff Unified School District\
Flagstaff, AZ
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Ensured clarity by formatting and editing official communication.
- Performed data entry and recordkeeping tasks to track company correspondence and updates.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, counselors, psychologists, medical professionals, and other stakeholders involved in the delivery of special education services.
- Scheduled meetings, maintained records, and prepared reports for the Special Education Department.
- Operated photocopiers and scanners, facsimile machines and personal computers.
- Developed organizational filing systems for confidential customer records and reports.
- Copied, sorted and filed records of office activities and business transactions.
- Managed confidential student files and ensured all documents were up-to-date and accurate.
- Scheduled meetings and coordinated materials to be distributed to attendees.
- Initiated communication with outside agencies regarding services available to families of special needs students.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Flagstaff Unified School District
Flagstaff, AZ
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Monitored student needs and supported mobility-restricted students.
- Maintained records of student progress and communicated results to parents and other school personnel.
- Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
- Administered assessments as directed by teachers or other school personnel.
- Instructed small groups of students in alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Reviewed and reported on IEP progress.
- Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
- Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
- Motivated students to achieve academic success while fostering an environment of respect and acceptance.
- Consulted with teachers regarding student progress, IEP adjustments and classroom needs.
- Assisted in the implementation of accommodations outlined in IEPs such as seating arrangements or modified testing procedures.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Provided feedback on how well a student is progressing towards meeting their IEP goals.
- Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
- Advised instructor on student behavior or issues requiring immediate attention.
- Taught note-taking techniques and test strategies.
Education
Special Education
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ05-2024
Elementary Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05-2003
Some College (No Degree) - Social Work
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZSkills
- AZ teaching credential
- Individual education plans
- Applied behavior analysis
- Classroom management
- Data-driven instruction
- Behavior intervention strategies
- Individualized education plans
- Student assessment
- Parent communication
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Inclusive teaching methods
- Differentiated instruction
- Parent and teacher conferences
- Instructional methods
- Standardized testing
- Effective listening
- Testing and grading
- Innovative lesson planning
- Parent and student communication
- Formative assessments and Standard-based grading
- Creative lesson planning
- Positive role model and mentor
- Empathy and patience
- Flexible and adaptive
- Motivating students
- Special education
- Student evaluations
- Learning style assessment
- Elementary education
- Student motivation
- Parent-teacher communication
- Collaborative learning
- Cultural sensitivity
- Growth mindset
- Reporting and documentation
- Relationship building
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Lesson planning
- Parental participation
- Excellent classroom management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
District Resource/Intervention Teacher
Flagstaff Unified School District
08.2024 - Current
Behavior Support Teacher
Flagstaff Unified School District
08.2022 - 05.2024
Special Education Clerk
Flagstaff Unified School District\
08.2019 - 05.2022
Special Education Paraprofessional
Flagstaff Unified School District
08.2018 - 05.2022
Special Education
Pima Community College
Elementary Education
Northern Arizona University
Some College (No Degree) - Social Work
Northern Arizona University
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