Patricia Blaylock
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Driven by a passion for inclusive education, I leveraged my skills in strategic planning and effective communication at Duval County Public Schools to enhance academic and behavioral support systems for students with IEPs. My leadership in coordinating multidisciplinary services and fostering team development resulted in improved student outcomes and enhanced collaborative practices.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
ESE Site Coach/Varying Exceptionalities Teacher
Duval County Public Schools
01.2018 - 06.2023
- ESE Site Coach- Supervision of day to day activities in self contained behavioral unit. I collaborated with teaching staff on classroom instruction and implementation of positive behavior strategies. Responsibilities included coordination of outside services such as mental health and speech and language that were provided to students.
- Varying Exceptionalities Teacher- Provided academic and behavioral support to students with IEPs. Collaborated with general education teachers on the implementation of student IEPs. Communicated with parents regarding the implementation of student IEPs. Drafted IEPS and conducted meetings with parents and other stakeholders in the successful implementation of IEPs.
ESE Teacher
Duval County Public Schools
08.2000 - 10.2013
- Attended professional development workshops focused on special education best practices, staying current on new research and techniques in the field.
- Organized school-wide events aimed at fostering empathy, understanding, and appreciation for individuals with disabilities among the larger student body.
- Promoted inclusivity by integrating ESE students into general education classrooms whenever possible while providing necessary supports for their success.
- Collaborated with other ESE teachers to develop and implement best practices for special education instruction.
- Conducted ongoing communication with support staff, including paraprofessionals and therapists, to ensure a cohesive approach to meeting each student''s needs.
- Provided one-on-one support for students struggling with specific academic or behavioral challenges.
- Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to maximize achievement.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to discuss student progress, address concerns, and collaborate on strategies for success at home and in the classroom.
- Established a positive classroom environment that fostered mutual respect, trust, and open communication among students.
Education
Master of Science - Montessori Education
Barry University
Miami, FL05.2007
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Group leadership
- Personable and friendly
- Team Development
- Verbal and written communication
- Student Monitoring
- Ethics and integrity
- Task Delegation
- Data Evaluation
- Strategic Planning
- Compliance Management
- Academic Assistance
Timeline
ESE Site Coach/Varying Exceptionalities Teacher
Duval County Public Schools
01.2018 - 06.2023
ESE Teacher
Duval County Public Schools
08.2000 - 10.2013
Master of Science - Montessori Education
Barry University
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