Jordan Eberhart
Athens,GA
Summary
Versatile Special Education teacher who works every day to ensure that all students have every opportunity possible to achieve the maximum amount of success possible, personally, socially, and academically. This is achieved with the expectation of maximum effort, drive and preparation for both myself and my students. I have worked with students across different abilities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Loganville Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress academically, socially, and personally.
- Managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies both in the classroom and in unstructured settings (lunch, recess, hallway, etc.).
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
UGA
Athens, GA05.2022
High School Diploma -
Oconee County High School
Watkinsville, GA05.2017
Skills
- Hard worker
- Great people person
- Socially patient and relatable
- Not afraid to be a leader and take control of a situation
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Co-teaching Experience
- Relationship Building
- Motivating students
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
Certification
- Special Education General Curriculum (P-12)
- Special Education content areas: Math, Reading, Social Science, Science, English Language Arts (P-5)
- CPR certified
- Mindset Certified
- Stop the bleed certified
Teaching Philosophy
I believe that as Special Education teachers we must promote inclusion as much as possible within our classrooms while still staying within the requirements of each particular student’s IEP. When teaching students in Special Education I believe that we as teachers should use differentiated instruction to meet the present needs of all of the students in the classroom, while maintaining a fun, interesting learning environment. All I ask of my students is to give me their best effort, and to remember that effort is one of the most important qualities when it comes to school, and life. I feel I do a good job of relating to my students, it is something that I like to do when a student is upset or is having trouble figuring out a problem or question, this builds trust and helps the students have confidence in themselves. One thing I’ve learned about my teaching philosophy throughout my career is that it is important to be flexible in education, especially special education, as you never know what may happen and the plan may change. More than anything I believe that we should encourage our students to try their best, to work hard, and to have the drive to want to succeed. If the students don’t see the passion we have for their success, how will they have that passion for their own success? It is my job as their teacher to help build that passion and confidence for them.
Field Experience
- Mill Creek High School, Half a semester of practicum experience with 10th grade (Special Ed. Math 3 hours a week).
- Bear Creek Middle School, Half a semester of practicum experience with 8th grade (Special Ed. 9 hours a week).
- Oconee County Elementary, One Semester of practicum experience with 5th grade (Special Ed. 12 hours a week).
- Loganville Elementary School, One Semester of Practicum experience with 4th and 5th grade (Special Ed. 15 hours a week).
- Loganville Elementary School, One Semester of Student Teaching with 4th and 5th grade (40 hours a week).
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Loganville Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
UGA
High School Diploma -
Oconee County High School
- Special Education General Curriculum (P-12)
- Special Education content areas: Math, Reading, Social Science, Science, English Language Arts (P-5)
- CPR certified
- Mindset Certified
- Stop the bleed certified
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