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Jillian Lightbody

Revere,MA

Summary

Versatile and dedicated Special Education Teacher with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Chelsea Public Schools
10.2021 - Current
  • Implement ACE curriculum
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.

Paraprofessional

Chelsea Public Schools
09.2017 - 09.2021
  • Assist teacher in conducting lessons, managing classroom, and developing materials
  • Teach and implement a specialized curriculum to fit each student's social and educational development (i.e
  • Individual Education Plans)
  • Track student progress during the school year and create quarterly reports for parents to see how students progress.
  • Monitor classroom, minimize distractions and disruptions
  • Attend monthly Professional Development workshops to enhance classroom management skills, curriculum, and tech support
  • Utilize and be familiar with classroom technology, such as Google Chrome books, Smartboard, Chrome extensions, iPads, etc
  • Be flexible and able to adapt to daily schedule changes.

Paraprofessional

Revere Public Schools
12.2016 - 08.2017
    • Administers BCBA-designed discrete trials under supervision of lead teacher
    • Instructs daily writing tasks in small group and 1:1-based groups
    • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
    • Travels with student 1:1 to integrated special
    • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
    • Administers and enforces behavior plans.
    • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.

Afterschool Group Leader

Revere Public Schools
06.2013 - 12.2016
    • Created and maintained a safe, fun environment for children ages 5-13
    • Created and organized academic activities and crafts for children
    • Lead and evaluate the effectiveness of enrichment activities and events
    • Communicate effectively with parents regarding student performance
    • Help develop and implement academic enrichments
    • Assisted with homework.
    • Led by example, demonstrating commitment to the company''s mission and consistently delivering high-quality work.
    • Developed a collaborative work environment through open communication and regular team meetings, enhancing overall group performance.

Substitute Teacher

Revere Public Schools
01.2013 - 12.2016
  • Ability to work with lesson plans established by the lead teacher
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.

Nanny

Private Care
01.2008 - 04.2013
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
  • Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.

Education

Master of Education - Special Education

Lesley University
Cambridge, MA
05.2023

B.S. Child, Family, and Community Studies -

Merrimack College
North Andover, MA
05.2016

A.A. Early Childhood Development -

North Shore Community College
Danvers, MA
05.2014

Skills

    • Differentiated Instruction
    • Classroom Management
    • Individual Education Plans IEPs
    • Co-teaching Experience
    • Trained in CPI
    • Lesson Planning
      • Collaborative Teamwork
      • Group and individual instruction
      • Motivating students
      • Parent Communication
      • Autism Spectrum Knowledge
      • Parent-teacher collaboration

References

  • Frank Collins 781-835-5123
  • Stephanie Haffa 781-690-6516
  • Melissa Kelleher 857-636-2195
  • Reina Cabingting 831-229-2878

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Chelsea Public Schools
10.2021 - Current

Paraprofessional

Chelsea Public Schools
09.2017 - 09.2021

Paraprofessional

Revere Public Schools
12.2016 - 08.2017

Afterschool Group Leader

Revere Public Schools
06.2013 - 12.2016

Substitute Teacher

Revere Public Schools
01.2013 - 12.2016

Nanny

Private Care
01.2008 - 04.2013

Master of Education - Special Education

Lesley University

B.S. Child, Family, and Community Studies -

Merrimack College

A.A. Early Childhood Development -

North Shore Community College
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