Joelynn S. Hamilton
Chicago,IL
Summary
Versatile and dedicated Special Educator with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Distinctive Schools
11.2022 - Current
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Applied proven strategies to improve students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
Smilow Prep Student Support Teacher
Republic Schools
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Dismissed one student from Sped
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
Special Education Teacher
Chicago Public Schools
08.2018 - 10.2020
- Case Manager for 6-12 students
- Completed 6-12 IEP’s annually
- Improved students reading level using progress monitoring software
- Behavior Management System Monitor
- Assess and provide solutions to issues in Behavior Implementation Plan
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Applied proven strategies to improve students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
- Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Case Manager, Resource teacher/ Co-teacher
Fulton County Schools
08.2016 - 02.2018
- For 25-31 students
- Completed 25-28 IEP’s annually
- Dismissed 5 students from Special Education with data
Case Manager
Jackson Public Schools
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Chair
- Co Teaching/Providing Data Driven Instruction
- Tutorial Pullout of all SPED students on IEP Goals
- Collaborate with General Ed Teacher daily for students progress
- Progress Monitor all students on Academy of Reading/ Math/ Language
- Managed volunteer programs focused on providing community services to underserved populations.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
- Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
- Conducted community workshops to promote different programs and educate public on available services.
- Researched best practices and developed strategies to improve program outcomes.
- Facilitated individual and group sessions to promote positive behavior change for clients.
- Developed and implemented safety plans for clients at risk of harm to provide protection.
Education
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Holmes Community College
Goodman, MS12.2013
Master of Science - Special Education
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS12.2016
Master of Science - Special Education
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS12.2016
Associate of Arts - undefined
Skills
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Leadership
- Organization
- Planning/Coordinating
- Conducted and documenting research
- Public Speaking
- Special Education
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Middle School Education
- Learning Style Assessment
- Student Counseling
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Assessment Administration
- Classroom Management
- Emotional Disorders
- Team Collaboration
- Motivating Students
- Student Support
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Evidence-Based Assessment
- Positive Role Model
- Development of Social Skills
- Behavior Modification
- Speech Impairment
Certification
- Licensed LSB1
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Distinctive Schools
11.2022 - Current
Smilow Prep Student Support Teacher
Republic Schools
08.2021 - 11.2022
Special Education Teacher
Chicago Public Schools
08.2018 - 10.2020
Case Manager, Resource teacher/ Co-teacher
Fulton County Schools
08.2016 - 02.2018
Case Manager
Jackson Public Schools
01.2014 - 01.2016
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Holmes Community College
Master of Science - Special Education
Jackson State University
Master of Science - Special Education
Jackson State University
Associate of Arts - undefined
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