Joycelyn Ayn Jackson
Milwaukee
Summary
Versatile professional skilled in special education support and after-school program management. Expertise in IEP implementation, data tracking, and staff supervision, combined with a strong commitment to fostering collaborative relationships with families and community partners to promote student achievement.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Para-Professional
Central City Cyberschool / Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy
Milwaukee
08.2000 - Current
- Supported students with special needs through targeted instructional and behavioral strategies in small groups and inclusive classrooms.
- Implement and monitor IEP goals; collect and report progress data to teachers, therapists, and families.
- Collaborated with educators, therapists, and families to develop and refine IEPs, actively participating in meetings and planning.
- Facilitated classroom management and differentiated instruction, implementing accommodations to enhance student access and success.
Community Learning Center Director
Central City Cyberschool / Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy
Milwaukee
09.2005 - 06.2024
- Planned and organized after-school educational and recreational programs for 100+ students, fostering academic growth and community engagement.
- Supervised and trained program staff and volunteers, ensuring effective daily operations and high-quality program delivery.
- Maintained program records, managed enrollment, and completed DPI and other required reporting.
- Developed partnerships with community organizations, enriching program offerings and providing additional support for students.
Educational Specialist
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee
Milwaukee
06.1993 - 06.2000
- Designed and implemented after-school educational programming that increased student engagement in academic support and enrichment activities.
- Recruited and supervised volunteer tutors and program partners to enhance program effectiveness and provide targeted support.
- Managed student assessments and progress tracking, ensuring effective communication with families to support student growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education (Community Education), Psychology, Sociology
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI01-2011
Associate of Applied Science - Banking & Financial Services, Accounting I & II, Business Finance, Business Law
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI05-1990
Skills
- Special education support
- IEP implementation
- Individualized support
- Behavior management
- Student assessment
- Small-group instruction
- Curriculum adaptation
- Progress reporting
- Student progress tracking
- Support planning
- Record Keeping
- Collaborative partnerships
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Peer support
Professional Development And Certifications
- IEP and Special Education workshops (ongoing)
- Quarles & Brady Special Education Law workshops
- DPI program reporting training
Timeline
Community Learning Center Director
Central City Cyberschool / Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy
09.2005 - 06.2024
Special Education Para-Professional
Central City Cyberschool / Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy
08.2000 - Current
Educational Specialist
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee
06.1993 - 06.2000
Bachelor of Science - Education (Community Education), Psychology, Sociology
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Associate of Applied Science - Banking & Financial Services, Accounting I & II, Business Finance, Business Law
Milwaukee Area Technical College