Jill Kovnesky
Archbold,OH
Summary
Intervention Specialist with extensive experience at Northwest Ohio Educational Service Center, specializing in transition planning and effective parent-teacher collaboration. Proven ability to implement intervention strategies and behavior modification techniques that significantly enhance student inclusion and academic performance. Recognized for leadership in crisis prevention and dedication to fostering positive, inclusive learning environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intervention Specialist
Northwest Ohio Educational Service Center
Archbold, OH
10.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities.
- Utilized techniques such as behavior modeling and role-playing to improve interactions between students.
- Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
- Used established assessment tools and testing instruments to evaluate referred students.
- Provided direct instruction in areas such as behavior management, communication, social skills, and academic support.
- Designed and delivered personalized learning for each student and advocated for student inclusion and success in general education environments.
- Developed individualized behavior intervention plans based on functional behavioral assessments.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Utilized technology and software for behavior tracking and analysis to improve intervention accuracy.
- Assisted with transition planning from elementary to middle school or high school settings.
- Built trusting rapport with clients and parents.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Attended IEP meetings and served as a liaison between families, schools, outside agencies, and other professionals involved in the IEP process.
- Created positive learning environments by implementing appropriate classroom management techniques.
- Conducted assessments and developed Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Gymnastics Manager /Gymnastics Coach
New Heights Gymnastics & More
Maumee, OH
07.2016 - 04.2020
- Provided feedback on student progress to parents or guardians as needed.
- Developed and implemented policies, procedures and standards for gymnastics classes.
- Organized and coordinated competitive events for athletes of all skill levels.
- Communicated clearly with coworkers using radio, phone and text to stay on top of operations needs.
- Planned programs of events or schedules of activities.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times during practices and competitions.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, scores, rankings. for each participant in gymnastics classes.
- Assisted in recruiting new students into the program by attending outreach events such as school fairs and community festivals.
- Scheduled practice sessions for teams according to their individual needs and goals.
- Monitored overall performance of athletes through regular assessments throughout each season.
Intervention Specialist
Northwest Ohio Educational Service Center
Archbold, Ohio
01.2002 - 07.2016
- Please see all in current professional placement, plus the following:following:
- Led crisis prevention activities when necessary to deescalate potentially dangerous situations.
- Assisted in creating a safe learning environment by implementing safety protocols as well as crisis prevention techniques.
- Assisted in developing crisis prevention protocols for use during emergency situations.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH06-2005
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY12-1995
Skills
- Transition planning
- Academic accommodations
- Positive reinforcement
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Behavior modification
- Learning strategies
- IEP development
- Teaching strategies
- Mastery of intervention strategies
Accomplishments
- Special Education Teacher of the Year for Henry County in 2024.
Certification
- K-2
- K-12 Special Education
- Science of Reading - Morphology Plus
Timeline
Intervention Specialist
Northwest Ohio Educational Service Center
10.2020 - Current
Gymnastics Manager /Gymnastics Coach
New Heights Gymnastics & More
07.2016 - 04.2020
Intervention Specialist
Northwest Ohio Educational Service Center
01.2002 - 07.2016
- K-2
- K-12 Special Education
- Science of Reading - Morphology Plus
Master of Science - Special Education
Bowling Green State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern Kentucky University
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