Jodi Wray
Summary
Experienced with developing and implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs. Utilizes effective behavior management techniques to create positive and inclusive classroom environment. Track record of collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support student success and development.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Franklin County Board of Education
01.2022 - Current
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes
- Created and delivered courses in Math, English, Writing, and Social/Emotional Learning
- Collaborated with various department colleagues on curriculum development and improvement
- Actively participated in department meetings and on academic committees.
Special Education Teacher
Scott County Board of Education
07.2019 - 08.2022
- Mentored and supervised para-professionals providing guidance and feedback.
- Conducted classroom observations and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Participated in accreditation processes and program assessments.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Developed and managed instructional materials and reports.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to a diverse range of developmentally challenged students.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Special Education Teacher
Bourbon County Board Of Education
08.2015 - 08.2018
- Assisted with curriculum development and alignment with Ky state standards in Math instruction
- Mentored and supervised tutoring program
- Taught reading, language arts and social sciences in an inclusion setting with identified and non-identified students.
- Taught math in a self-contained ED and LD classroom.
- Implemented and taught a life skills program.
- Collaborated with numerous departments and standard education teachers in program development and implementation.
- Worked with students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Restaurant Owner
JES, Inc. dba Subway 2819
12.2003 - 10.2017
- Business savvy restaurant owner for 14 years
- Directed team towards increased revenues and success
- Customer service oriented
- Top rated sales performance
- Account management skills
- Traffic and business analysis
- Needs assessment, onboarding training, and employee management
- Development, operations, human resources, marketing and all customer service aspects
- Tracked financial reports and built relationships with customers, representatives and local community
- Successfully tripled the financial base and revenue of two franchise stores
Training Specialist
United States Postal Service
07.2000 - 07.2003
- Assisted in the development and delivery of training programs, coordinating logistics, scheduling sessions, and managing training materials.
- Supported the administration of learning management systems (LMS) and other training platforms
- Assessed training program effectiveness through evaluation surveys and participant feedback generating reports for management review.
- Assisted in the creation of maintenance of training materials, including presentations, manuals, and job aids.
- Coordinated and facilitated new employee orientation programs to ensure a smooth onboarding experience.
- Collaborated with internal departments to identify training needs and develop targeted solutions.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Georgetown College
Georgetown, KY01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University Of Kentucky
Lexington, KY01.1990
Skills
- Collaborative teaching experience
- Data retention compliance management
- Adaptive instructional techniques
- Customized education plans
- Facilitating small group learning
Certification
- LETRS
- UFLI
- Sonday
- University of Kentucky-Gatton School of Business- Certificate in Business Administration- Graduate 2017
- National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, Special Education/Intervention Specialist: Certified
- Distinguished Kentucky Colonel 2013
- Foster Care Review Board Member 2000-Present
- Graduate and Active Participant Citizens Police Academy 2015-Present
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Franklin County Board of Education
01.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Scott County Board of Education
07.2019 - 08.2022
Special Education Teacher
Bourbon County Board Of Education
08.2015 - 08.2018
Restaurant Owner
JES, Inc. dba Subway 2819
12.2003 - 10.2017
Training Specialist
United States Postal Service
07.2000 - 07.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University Of Kentucky
Master of Arts - Education
Georgetown College
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