Overview
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Jina Leavitt

Jina Leavitt

Lincoln,Nebraska

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Teacher

Ashland Greenwood Public Schools
Ashland, NE
01.2026 - Current
  • Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to meet diverse student needs.
  • Supported development of individual education plans for personalized learning experiences.
  • Integrated technology in lessons to promote student engagement and interactive learning.

Practicum Student

Northwest High School
Lincoln, Nebraska
08.2024 - 12.2025
  • Developed engaging lesson plans and coordinated classroom management to support teachers in fostering student learning.
  • Oversaw Individual Education Plans, tracking and documenting student progress to ensure tailored educational support.
  • Applied positive reinforcement techniques to effectively monitor student behavior in the classroom.
  • Participated in weekly meetings to assess and refine strategies aimed at improving student outcomes.

Paraprofessional IV

Lincoln Public Schools
Lincoln, NE
08.2020 - 05.2025
  • Utilized structured routines and visual aids to enhance academic achievement through personalized instruction.
  • Partnered with educators to ensure effective execution of individualized education plans.
  • Fostered an inclusive classroom atmosphere that addressed all students' learning needs.
  • Developed individualized activities and small group sessions to meet diverse learning requirements.
  • Applied strategies that encouraged student independence while decreasing disruptive behaviors.

Practicum Student

Mackle Middle School
Lincoln, Nebraska
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Contributed to classroom discussions, enhancing peers' understanding of critical thinking skills.
  • Collaborated with academic advisors to monitor and facilitate progress towards educational goals.
  • Built positive relationships with staff and management, fostering effective teamwork.

Education

High School Diploma -

Wahoo High School
Wahoo, NE
05-1994

Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Communication Studies

Nebraska Wesleyan University
Lincoln, NE
05-1998

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

University of Nebraska, Lincoln
Lincoln, Nebraska, NE
05-2026

Master of Science - Special Education

University of Nebraska, Lincoln
Lincoln, Nebraska, NE
05-2028

Skills

  • Lesson Planning
  • Curriculum development
  • Classroom management
  • Student engagement
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Relationship building

Affiliations

Volunteer Coach for Unified Sports at Ashland Greenwood Public Schools, January 2026-Present.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Student Teacher

Ashland Greenwood Public Schools
01.2026 - Current

Practicum Student

Northwest High School
08.2024 - 12.2025

Practicum Student

Mackle Middle School
01.2024 - 05.2024

Paraprofessional IV

Lincoln Public Schools
08.2020 - 05.2025

High School Diploma -

Wahoo High School

Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Communication Studies

Nebraska Wesleyan University

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

University of Nebraska, Lincoln

Master of Science - Special Education

University of Nebraska, Lincoln
Jina Leavitt