Jonathan Ellcey
Summary
Special education professional with proven track record of fostering inclusive learning environments and implementing effective instructional strategies. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and achieving positive educational outcomes, adaptable to changing classroom dynamics. Skilled in behavior management, curriculum development, and student advocacy, bringing reliability and flexibility to my role. Chosen by my peers to be my campus' Teacher of the Year for the 2023-2024 school year.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Mesquite ISD
08.2013 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Served as a member of the AED and Emergency Response Team for the Black Elementary campus. Provided care for medically fragile students, including students with epilepsy and G-tubes.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Co-leader of the Young Gentleman's Society, which teaches positive character traits, life skills, and community service and gives male students positive male role models.
- Founded the Animal Club, an after school club which educates students about animals and biology.
Paramedic
CareFlite
01.2012 - 08.2013
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS).
Education
Alternative Teaching Certification -
Texas Teachers
Houston, TX12-2014
Paramedic Certification -
Emergency Medical Training Services
Carrollton, TX09-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies
Alaska Bible College
Palmer, AK05-2006
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
- Paraprofessional oversight
- Small group instruction
- Lesson planning
- Parent communication
- Assistive technology
- Trained in CPI
Certification
Special Education EC-12
Generalist EC-6
Texas Reading Academy
CPR/First Aid
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Mesquite ISD
08.2013 - Current
Paramedic
CareFlite
01.2012 - 08.2013
Alternative Teaching Certification -
Texas Teachers
Paramedic Certification -
Emergency Medical Training Services
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies
Alaska Bible College
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