Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
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Jodell Plavak
Teacher
Lone Tree,IA
Summary
Overview
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Lone Tree Community School DistrictLone Tree, IA
LBS 1
08.2022 - 05.2024
Job overview
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet the varying needs and learning styles of students.
- Created and utilized interactive learning materials to enhance student engagement.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
- Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
- Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
Davenport Community School DistrictDavenport, IA
Instructional Strategist 1 Special Educ. Teacher
08.2017 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Improved student learning by defining and articulating learning outcomes and analyzing performance metrics and measurements.
- Evaluated course performance to determine areas in need of improvement.
- Built and updated evaluation and survey tools to monitor and improve effectiveness of courses.
- Demonstrated knowledge of varied learning modalities.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
ROWVA Community School #208Oneida, IL
Instructional Strategist
08.2015 - 05.2017
Job overview
- Developed curriculum and learning materials to increase comprehension.
- Improved student learning by defining and articulating learning outcomes and analyzing performance metrics and measurements.
- Developed and improved curricula, course formats and lesson presentations for diverse topics.
- Demonstrated knowledge of varied learning modalities.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Education
Saint Ambrose UniversityDavenport, IA
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education/Minor Special Education
05-2005
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Black Hawk CollegeMoline, IL
Associate of Arts from Elementary Education
06-2003
University Overview
Skills
- Positive Reinforcement
- Curriculum Planning
- Progress Reporting
- Group and individual instruction
- Records Management
- Lesson Planning
- Team Collaboration
- Individual and group lesson understanding
- First aid trained
- Lesson development
- Teaching and instruction
- Fostering positive relationships
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Elementary/Special Education instruction
Certification
- Elementary Education K-8 License - August 2005 to present Iowa License
- Special Education LBS-1 Strategist-August 2005 to present Iowa License
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Timeline
LBS 1
Lone Tree Community School District
08.2022 - 05.2024
Instructional Strategist 1 Special Educ. Teacher
Davenport Community School District
08.2017 - 06.2022
Instructional Strategist
ROWVA Community School #208
08.2015 - 05.2017
Saint Ambrose University
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education/Minor Special Education
Black Hawk College
Associate of Arts from Elementary Education
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