Melanie Jones
Early Childhood Special Educator
Boulder ,CO
Summary
Educator 20+ years
Taught public schools, private school for dyslexia student's
Advocate for students and families
Continuing education has always been a priority
Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments. Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
33
33
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Boulder Valley School District Re-2
Boulder, CO , CO
2013.07 - Current
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to needs of special education students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Implemented data-driven instructional practices, resulting in improved student performance on assessments and increased mastery of key concepts.
- Supported inclusion efforts by differentiating instruction to meet the diverse needs of students with special needs.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment by implementing effective behavior management strategies and promoting respect among students.
- Increased parent involvement in the learning process by maintaining open communication and providing regular updates on student progress.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Developed positive relationships with colleagues and students within classroom to implement full-inclusion model.
Preschool Teacher
Children's Creative Learning Center, UCSR Campus
Boulder , Colorado
2010.09 - Jun2013
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Evaluated student performance regularly through observation, assessment tools, and parent-teacher conferences to ensure academic growth was being achieved consistently across all areas of development.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Contributed to successful implementation of school-wide initiatives by collaborating with colleagues on curriculum development, professional development, and other projects.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
Education
Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND 2015.05 - 2024.08
Master of Science - Language Education
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN 2005.08 - 2007.12
Bachelor of Science - Human Ecology: Teacher Education Birth-4th Grade
The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN 1999.08 - 2020.12
Skills
Disability assessment testing
Group and individual instruction
Trained in CPI
Classroom management
Differentiated instruction
Problem-Solving
Excellent Communication
Decision-Making
Teamwork and Collaboration
Planning and Coordination
Organization and Time Management
Flexible and Adaptable
Self-Motivated
Written Communication
Critical Thinking
Dependable and Responsible
Cultural Awareness
Timeline
Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
University of North Dakota
2015.05 - 2024.08
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Boulder Valley School District Re-2
2013.07 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Children's Creative Learning Center, UCSR Campus
2010.09 - Jun2013
Master of Science - Language Education
Indiana University Bloomington
2005.08 - 2007.12
Bachelor of Science - Human Ecology: Teacher Education Birth-4th Grade
The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
1999.08 - 2020.12
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