JESSICA MEEHAN
Shrewsbury,Massachusetts
Summary
Intelligent, hard-working, and team-oriented American Sign Language and Deaf History teacher with over 10 years of experience teaching in a deaf school setting, with a passion for bringing education and world knowledge to students. Training in sign language education, along with experience in writing IEPs, student progress, and formal evaluation reports. Deaf cultural competency, with understanding and knowledge of Deaf history and communities. Eager to work in a progressive, proactive environment in goals of bettering deaf students' language acquisition.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
American Sign Language Teacher & Specialist
Marie Philip School
09.2023 - Current
- Provided specialized, one-on-one ASL tutoring services for deaf students on IEPs
- Assessed student progress through formal evaluations, such as RST
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach areas of American Sign Language, linguistic skills, and deaf history
- Adapted teaching methods based on student needs and abilities.
- Translated English text to ASL for statewide, norm-referenced tests
- Maintained student progress data to monitor development over time
- Wrote quarterly progress reports, formal language assessment evaluations, and IEP objectives to target native language acquisition
Elementary Classroom Assistant
Marie Philip School
09.2014 - 06.2023
- Supported teachers in classroom management and educational instruction.
- Maintained a safe and organized classroom environment for all students.
- Participated in numerous professional development trainings to enhance skills in deaf education practices.
- Worked with students on individualized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
- Provided individual support to neurodiverse students with differing needs.
Substitute High School English Teacher
Marie Philip School
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Provided English Language Arts instruction to high school students in virtual settings
- Adhered to the Massachusetts Common Core Frameworks for curriculum support and lesson plans.
- Administered tests and provided grading.
- Engaged students through lectures and discussions, increasing classroom interaction to build an inclusive learning environment over Zoom sessions.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
Child Care Worker/Substitute
Walden School
01.2012 - 05.2020
- Ensured a supportive and safe environment for deaf children with significant behavioral, emotional, and mental difficulties.
- Followed through with Behavioral Support Plans developed by clinicians and therapists in order to best support student safety and success.
- Assisted students with daily living skills and time management.
- Trained in engaged, dynamic conversations with students in the interest of encouraging language expression and communicative strategies
- Trained in ProACT, a program focused on preventing and managing aggressive behavior.
Substitute ASL Specialist
The Learning Center for the Deaf
09.2013 - 06.2014
- Worked with experienced ASL educators, learning different strategies for teaching ASL
- Served deaf students on IEP caseloads with ASL acquisition objectives
- Conducted workshops for school staff, focusing on ASL parameter incorporation.
- Developed individualized ASL lesson plans for teaching L1 ASL classes, from preschool to eighth grade.
Direct Care Staff
Advocates, Inc
05.2004 - 07.2006
- Responded responsibly and professionally to emergency situations concerning client health or safety.
- Worked with team members to maintain consistent health and medical support for clients.
- Observed client behavior, and reported any changes to supervisors.
- Supervised daily living tasks for clients.
- Wrote up accurate records and reports related to client care activities.
Education
Master of Arts - Sign Language Education
Gallaudet University
Washington, D.C. 08-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Framingham State University
Framingham, MA05-2018
High School Diploma - Framingham, MA
The Learning Center For The Deaf
Framingham, MA05-2002
Skills
- Fluent in American Sign Language and English
- Expertise in deaf studies and history
- Educational collaboration
- Student engagement
- Language modeling
Activities and Honors
- Buff and Blue Writer - Gallaudet University
- Rainbow Secretary - Gallaudet University
- Junior National Association for the Deaf Secretary
- Student Body Government Member
- Academic Bowl Participant
- Youth Leadership Camp Newsletter Editor
- Youth Leadership Camp Director Award
- Delagarno Writing Contest Runner-Up
- Quota Club Child of the Year
Accomplishments
- Secretary, Massachusetts State Association of the Deaf
- Deaf Awareness Presenter, Worcester Nativity School
- Workshop Coordinator, 2012 Deaf Women of New England Conference
- Workshop Presenter, 2013 Deaf Women United Conference, San Antonio, Texas
- Academic Bowl Coach, Marie Philip School, 2014-2022
Affiliations
- Massachusetts State Association of the Deaf Secretary
- Deaf Awareness Presenter at Worcester Nativity School
- Workshop Coordinator for 2012 Deaf Women of New England Conference
- Workshop Presenter, 2013 Deaf Women United Conference, San Antonio, Texas
- Marie Philip School Academic Bowl coach (2014-2022)
Accomplishments
- Buff and Blue Writer –Gallaudet University
- Junior National Association for the Deaf Secretary
- Academic Bowl Participant
- Youth Leadership Camp Newsletter Editor
- Youth Leadership Camp Director Award
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
American Sign Language Teacher & Specialist
Marie Philip School
09.2023 - Current
Substitute High School English Teacher
Marie Philip School
09.2020 - 06.2021
Elementary Classroom Assistant
Marie Philip School
09.2014 - 06.2023
Substitute ASL Specialist
The Learning Center for the Deaf
09.2013 - 06.2014
Child Care Worker/Substitute
Walden School
01.2012 - 05.2020
Direct Care Staff
Advocates, Inc
05.2004 - 07.2006
Master of Arts - Sign Language Education
Gallaudet University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Framingham State University
High School Diploma - Framingham, MA
The Learning Center For The Deaf
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