Tracy Jackway
Naperville,IL
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Homeschool Educator
Self-Employed
06.2008 - Current
- Led groups of students on field trips to enriching destinations, introducing to new experiences and broadening education.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities and excursions.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating perspectives from world cultures.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in conferences and homeschool programs.
- Researched multiple curricula, methodologies and perspectives as part of educational planning.
- Led and coordinated various educational activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Special Education Teacher
Humphrey Middle School
10.2005 - 06.2008
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL05.2005
Bachelor of Arts - History And Secondary Education
North Central College
Naperville, IL05.1999
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Student-Centered Learning
- Multicultural Populations
- IEP Development
- Advocacy
- Student Rapport-Building
- Creative Instruction Style
- Effective Listening
- Social Perceptiveness
Timeline
Homeschool Educator
Self-Employed
06.2008 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Humphrey Middle School
10.2005 - 06.2008
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Illinois At Chicago
Bachelor of Arts - History And Secondary Education
North Central College