Jodi Knote
POMPANO BEACH,FL
Summary
Proven ESE Teacher at Sunrise Middle School, adept in IEP development and fostering parent-teacher communication. Leveraged collaborative teaching to enhance inclusion strategies, achieving significant progress in student accommodations. Demonstrated expertise in functional behavior assessment and progress monitoring, ensuring legal compliance and promoting student success.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
ESE Support Facilitator
Renaissance Charter School of Cooper City
01.2020 - Current
- Contributed to professional learning communities by sharing expertise in ESE support facilitation, promoting collaboration between general education and special education staff members.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, intervention strategies, and accommodations provided to ensure compliance with legal requirements and best practices in special education.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of student performance, using data-driven decision-making to adjust interventions as needed.
- Increased parent engagement through regular communication about student progress and areas for improvement.
- Assisted in the creation of personalized learning plans for ESE students, setting achievable goals based on individual skill levels and strengths.
- Supported the development of social skills among students with disabilities through targeted group activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Improved student performance by consistently monitoring progress and adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
- Participated in IEP meetings, contributing valuable insights on student progress and advocating for appropriate accommodations and modifications.
Para Professional
Floranada Elementary School
07.2015 - 01.2020
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
ESE Teacher
Sunrise Middle School
06.1998 - 01.2005
- Collaborated with other ESE teachers to develop and implement best practices for special education instruction.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to inform instructional planning and monitor student progress toward IEP goals.
- Established a positive classroom environment that fostered mutual respect, trust, and open communication among students.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to discuss student progress, address concerns, and collaborate on strategies for success at home and in the classroom.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05.1994
Skills
- Classroom Accommodations
- IEP development
- Inclusion Strategies
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Collaborative Teaching
- Progress Monitoring
- Functional Behavior Assessment
Timeline
ESE Support Facilitator
Renaissance Charter School of Cooper City
01.2020 - Current
Para Professional
Floranada Elementary School
07.2015 - 01.2020
ESE Teacher
Sunrise Middle School
06.1998 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of South Florida
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