Jessica Lutz
New Market,VA
Summary
Dynamic ECSE Teacher with a proven track record at Shenandoah County Public Schools, adept at implementing individualized education plans and fostering positive classroom environments. Skilled in adaptive learning tools and parent-teacher collaboration, I celebrate student achievements while promoting social-emotional growth and effective behavior modifications, enhancing overall student engagement and success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ECSE Teacher
Shenandoah Country Public Schools
07.2016 - Current
- Assisted in implementing individualized education plans for diverse learners.
- Supported classroom management by fostering a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to address student needs effectively.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to young children's developmental stages.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance and behavioral observations.
- Recognized individual student achievements by celebrating successes both within the classroom setting and through school-wide events.
- Established strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating effectively on cross-curricular projects and shared goals for student achievement.
- Assessed student progress using formative and summative assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to ensure student success.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and cooperative learning strategies.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted social-emotional growth in students through character education initiatives and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Redirected poor behavior using positive reinforcement method, resulting in decrease in tantrums in classroom.
Paraprofessional
Shenandoah County Public Schools
07.2007 - 06.2016
- Supported instructional staff in delivering individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Assisted in classroom management, promoting positive behavior and engagement among students.
- Implemented educational resources and tools to enhance learning experiences for students.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Contributed to team meetings, sharing insights to improve classroom environments and educational outcomes.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stonewall Jackson High School
Quicksburg, VA Endorsement - Early Childhood Special Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2019
Bachelor of Science - Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2016
Skills
- Special education strategies
- Early intervention techniques
- Classroom organization
- Adaptive learning tools
- Visual supports
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Motor skills development
- Sensory integration
- Individualized education plans
- IEP goal setting
- Collaboration
- Autism spectrum
- Child assessment
- Classroom management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Emotional support
- Social skills development
- Behavior modifications
- De-escalation techniques
- Child development
- Special education
- Elementary education
- IEP and BIP implementation
Certification
- PECS Training
Timeline
ECSE Teacher
Shenandoah Country Public Schools
07.2016 - Current
Paraprofessional
Shenandoah County Public Schools
07.2007 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
Stonewall Jackson High School
Endorsement - Early Childhood Special Education
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Grand Canyon University