Jessica Smith
jemison,AL
Summary
Experienced elementary special education teacher with strong IEP management, progress monitoring, and differentiated instruction skills. Known for data-driven planning, family communication, and collaborative support that improves student growth and classroom success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Special Education Teacher/Kindergarten Teacher
Chilton County Board Of Education
Clanton, AL
08.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with general education teachers to implement co-teaching strategies and inclusive instruction.
- Developed individualized accommodations aligned with student needs and classroom goals.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to improve academic and behavioral outcomes.
- Implemented IEPs with accurate documentation to ensure compliance and support student needs.
- Coordinated with intervention teams to address learning gaps and strengthen student support plans.
- Communicated with families and staff to align services, goals, and student progress updates.
- Implemented differentiated instruction methods, accommodating diverse learner needs and enhancing individual student achievement.
- Applied data-driven decision-making to guide instructional planning and enhance student learning outcomes.
- Developed individualized education programs aligned with student needs and compliance requirements.
- Collaborated with general education staff to adapt instruction for diverse learning abilities.
- Facilitated small-group instruction to strengthen reading, math, and communication skills.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, as well as applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions using assessment data.
- Delivered individualized instruction aligned with IEP goals and state standards.
Special Education Teacher
Bibb County Board of Education
Centreville, AL
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Managed behavior support plans to strengthen classroom engagement and student readiness.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to implement accommodations and modifications.
- Mentored paraprofessionals and supported classroom routines to improve instructional consistency.
- Communicated regularly with families regarding academic progress and support strategies.
- Developed IEP goals aligned with student needs and state standards.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
Special Education Teacher
Dallas County School District
Selma, AL
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Delivered differentiated instruction across inclusive and self-contained classroom settings.
- Managed behavior support plans to strengthen classroom engagement and student readiness.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to implement accommodations and modifications.
- Maintained compliant documentation for services, meetings, and evaluation records.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
Special Education Teacher
Selma City Schools
Selma, AL
08.2011 - 05.2013
- Delivered differentiated instruction across inclusive and self-contained classroom settings.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to implement accommodations and modifications.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions based on assessment data.
- Developed IEP goals aligned with student needs and state standards.
Education
Master of Science - Education
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Collaborative Elementary Education
University of Montevallo
Montevallo, AL05-2011
Skills
- IEP management
- Progress monitoring
- Differentiated instruction
- Assessment practices
- Classroom management
- Behavior management plans
- Lesson planning
- Parent-teacher communication
- Collaborative teamwork
- Elementary education
- Sensory integration
Timeline
Elementary Special Education Teacher/Kindergarten Teacher
Chilton County Board Of Education
08.2019 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Bibb County Board of Education
08.2015 - 05.2019
Special Education Teacher
Dallas County School District
08.2013 - 05.2015
Special Education Teacher
Selma City Schools
08.2011 - 05.2013
Master of Science - Education
American College of Education
Bachelor of Science - Collaborative Elementary Education
University of Montevallo