Lois Jackson
Silver Spring
Summary
Educational professional prepared to contribute effectively to special education team. Proven background in creating supportive and adaptive learning environments tailored to students with diverse needs. Known for fostering collaborative relationships with staff and ensuring consistent, positive outcomes for students. Expertise includes individualized instruction and behavior intervention.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Montgomery County Public Schools
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
- Participated in professional development opportunities focused on new strategies for supporting special education learners successfully in the classroom.
- Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and accommodations for special education students.
- Served as a liaison between regular classroom teachers and special education support staff, streamlining communication regarding student accommodations.
- Conducted assessments to monitor progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
Executive Governance Administrative Associate
American Society for Engineering Education
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by streamlining communication channels and improving response times.
- Developed innovative solutions to complex problems, resulting in improved organizational performance.
- Reviewed employee concerns and new opportunities to drive business strategies.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop actionable strategies that aligned with corporate goals and objectives.
- Implemented cost-saving measures through reevaluation of supply chain management practices.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Membership and Conference Assistant
American Society for Engineering Education
04.2022 - 02.2024
- Facilitated communication between teams handling catering, audio visual and room setup.
- Oversaw multiple daily duties of mail, ordered supplies, delivered correspondence and oversaw inventory.
- Oversaw conference rooms, directed visitors, managed reservation system, answered questions and coordinated with vendors.
- Operated multi-line phone system to receive, screen and redirect calls.
- Manage membership renewals
- Process payments for membership and conferences
- Enhanced conference attendee experience by efficiently managing registration and check-in processes.
- Supported the development of conference programs that resulted in positive feedback from both attendees and presenters.
- Coordinated with speakers and presenters to ensure a seamless flow of events throughout the conference.
- Managed on-site accommodations for conference guests, ensuring a comfortable stay during the event.
- Contributed to creating a welcoming atmosphere by greeting guests upon arrival and directing them as needed.
- Oversaw event registration process by collecting and tracking attendee information.
- Coordinated travel and accommodations for CEO and COO
- Provided valuable assistance to keynote speakers during their presentations, ensuring timely delivery of content.
ESR for SEIU Contract Members
Montgomery County Public Schools
06.2016 - 04.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Participated in monthly leadership meetings
- Liaison between administration and support staff
Paraeducator, Special Education
Montgomery County Public Schools
01.2015 - 04.2022
- Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
- Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Participated in professional development opportunities focused on new strategies for supporting special education learners successfully in the classroom.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and accommodations for special education students.
- Served as a liaison between regular classroom teachers and special education support staff, streamlining communication regarding student accommodations.
- Implemented research-based interventions to address academic challenges faced by special education students.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in staff meetings, committees, and volunteering at extracurricular activities that supported students'' growth and development.
- Provided a safe and inclusive learning environment that accommodated diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
- Cotaught lessons with general education teachers, integrating modifications for special education students seamlessly into the curriculum.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Eastern University
PA08-2004
Skills
- Classroom support
- Emotional support
- Data collection
- Motor skills development
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Montgomery County Public Schools
07.2024 - Current
Executive Governance Administrative Associate
American Society for Engineering Education
04.2024 - 08.2024
Membership and Conference Assistant
American Society for Engineering Education
04.2022 - 02.2024
ESR for SEIU Contract Members
Montgomery County Public Schools
06.2016 - 04.2022
Paraeducator, Special Education
Montgomery County Public Schools
01.2015 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Eastern University
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