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Jodi Gillen

Piketon,OH

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Waverly City Schools, adept at fostering parent-teacher collaboration and implementing data-driven instruction. Skilled in differentiated instruction and progress tracking, I empower students with diverse needs, enhancing their academic growth and engagement through tailored support and innovative teaching strategies.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Intervention Specialist

Waverly City Schools
08.2003 - Current
  • Served as an advocate for students with disabilities during eligibility meetings, IEP reviews, and parent conferences.
  • Assisted teachers in modifying lesson plans and adapting instructional materials to facilitate inclusive learning environments.
  • Enhanced student outcomes by implementing evidence-based intervention strategies and techniques.
  • Cultivated a culture of inclusivity within the school community by providing training sessions on disability awareness and effective instructional strategies for diverse learners.
  • Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
  • Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.

Elementary Teacher, 4th Grade

Waverly City Schools
08.1990 - 07.1998
  • Established a positive classroom environment that promoted respect, inclusivity, and motivation among students.
  • Continuously reflected on teaching practices through professional development opportunities, incorporating new ideas into lessons to improve effectiveness.
  • Enhanced parent-teacher communication by maintaining regular correspondence and providing detailed progress reports.
  • Utilized a variety of teaching methods to accommodate all learning styles, increasing student engagement and understanding.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.


Education

Special Education Certificate - Mild To Moderate Disabilities

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05-2012

Master of Social Sciences - History/Political Science/Geography

Ohio University
Athens, OH
05.1996

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Morehead State University
Morehead, KY
05.1989

Skills

  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Collaborative learning
  • Student engagement
  • Inclusive education
  • Classroom management
  • Technology integration
  • Motivating and encouraging
  • Adapting to different learning styles

Timeline

Intervention Specialist

Waverly City Schools
08.2003 - Current

Elementary Teacher, 4th Grade

Waverly City Schools
08.1990 - 07.1998

Special Education Certificate - Mild To Moderate Disabilities

Grand Canyon University

Master of Social Sciences - History/Political Science/Geography

Ohio University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Morehead State University

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