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Jody Easter

Kingston,TN

Summary

Adept at fostering academic and personal growth, I leveraged data management and team collaboration to tailor educational strategies at Midway Middle School, significantly enhancing learning outcomes. My expertise in curriculum adjustments and instructional strategies, combined with a strong record in parent-teacher collaboration, underpins my success in special and gifted education that I wish to bring out of the classroom and into a standard workplace environment.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Midway Middle School
08.2003 - Current


  • Created and 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.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
  • Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
  • Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
  • Organized field trips and community-based experiences that enriched students'' understanding of real-world applications for their skills.
  • Utilized data from student assessments to tailor instruction, resulting in more effective learning outcomes.

County-Wide Gifted Program Teacher

Roane County Schools
08.2001 - 08.2003
  • Created and managed up to 100+ IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support student goals.
  • Organized multi-grade extracurricular activities and field trips to enrich the educational experience for students both in and out of the classroom setting.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities into lesson plans, including the addition of a robotics program into two of our middle school Gifted programs.
  • Enhanced students' understanding of complex topics by incorporating interactive technologies and hands-on learning experiences.
  • Organized and led professional development sessions for colleagues on inclusive education strategies, improving school-wide support for students with disabilities.

Education

Ed.S. - Curriculum And Instruction

Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN
08-2013

Master of Arts - Special Education

Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN
12-2004

Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education

Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN
05-2000

Skills

  • Data Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Curriculum adaptation
  • Progress Evaluations
  • Student Records Management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Skills Development
  • Variety of computer skills

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Midway Middle School
08.2003 - Current

County-Wide Gifted Program Teacher

Roane County Schools
08.2001 - 08.2003

Ed.S. - Curriculum And Instruction

Tennessee Technological University

Master of Arts - Special Education

Tennessee Technological University

Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education

Middle Tennessee State University
Jody Easter