Jodi Jones
Rome,GA
Summary
Dedicated educator with strong expertise in behavior management and differentiated instruction. Focused on creating individualized plans that support student growth, enhancing engagement through collaborative efforts with parents and teachers.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Special Education Teacher
Walton County Public Schools
07.2002 - 11.2007
- Developed individualized education plans (IEPs) to meet diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate special education strategies into classroom activities.
- Assisted in implementing behavior management techniques to support student engagement.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Tutored students with physical, behavior, and learning disabilities in the hospital home-bound setting
Middle School Special Education Teacher
Bartow County Schools
07.2001 - 07.2002
- Utilized assistive technology tools to enhance learning experiences for students.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to improve academic outcomes.
- Utilized data-driven decision making to ensure instructional approaches aligned with individual student goals and objectives set forth in IEPs.
- Assisted in implementing behavior management techniques to support student engagement.
- Developed individualized education plans (IEPs) to meet diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate special education strategies into classroom activities.
Therapeutic Foster Care Case Manager
Murphy Harpst Children's Center
07.2000 - 07.2001
- Developed individualized treatment plans for children in therapeutic foster care settings.
- Managed case documentation using agency software, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with external agencies to secure resources and services for families in crisis.
- Promoted positive outcomes for children by advocating for their best interests during court hearings and agency meetings.
- Collaborated with social workers, therapists, and educators to create comprehensive care plans for each child.
- Facilitated State of Georgia certification training for prospective therapeutic foster care parents
Therapeutic Foster Care Case Manager
Child Guidance Center
01.1994 - 07.2000
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure comprehensive care and support for children in state therapeutic foster care placements.
- Monitored progress of clients, adapting strategies to meet changing needs effectively.
- Assisted foster parents in understanding the unique needs of their foster children, promoting a supportive environment.
- Promoted positive outcomes for children by advocating for their best interests during court hearings and agency meetings.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure comprehensive care and support for youth.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
University of Georgia
Athens, GA07-2003
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, Florida, FL05-1996
Skills
- Student engagement
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Differentiated instruction
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Motivating students
Timeline
Middle School Special Education Teacher
Walton County Public Schools
07.2002 - 11.2007
Middle School Special Education Teacher
Bartow County Schools
07.2001 - 07.2002
Therapeutic Foster Care Case Manager
Murphy Harpst Children's Center
07.2000 - 07.2001
Therapeutic Foster Care Case Manager
Child Guidance Center
01.1994 - 07.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
University of Georgia
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of North Florida