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Wendi Warfield -Matthews

Madison,MS

Summary

Veteran Lead Educator passionate about helping students with special needs and disabilities. Successful at providing learning environments for special needs scholars required to flourish in academic setting. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of all students.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Department Chair

Jackson Public Schools District (Jim Hill HS )
08.2021 - 12.2023

Reviewed and monitored student performance data, Goals, IEP's , Related Services, other special education support to ensure accuracy and compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.

  • Acted as liaison between administrators, departments, and staff to facilitate effective
    implementation of instructional services for students with disabilities.
  • Planned and used appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and
    equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students.
  • -Tracked student's goals ,progress, and other data reports utilizing SpedTrack Data System.
  • Worked cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assisted special education students in (Inclusion Services) general education classes with assignments.
  • Conducted regularly scheduled department meetings for special education staff on operating procedures/strategies for special education services.

Academy Lead Teacher/ Elementary Lead Teacher

Jackson Public School District
08.2007 - 05.2019
  • Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
  • Utilized various instructional methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom setting.
  • Mentored new teachers, providing guidance and support in classroom management and instructional practices.
  • Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
  • Incorporated real-world examples into lessons, increasing relevance and student engagement in course material.

Funeral Director's Assistant

M. L. Walker's Funeral Home
05.2000 - 07.2008
  • Displayed highest level of professionalism and sensitivity when dealing with grieving family members.
  • Secured and filed burial permits and made funeral arrangements.
  • Discussed pre-arranged funeral options and explained pricing to clients.
  • Supported funeral director with all facets of funeral service coordination.
  • Provided administrative support to funeral home staff.
  • Processed death certificate and other required paperwork.
  • Prepared obituaries for newspapers and online publications after extensive consultation with family members.
  • Drafted and published 5 obituaries per week on behalf of families served.

Education

Ph.D. - Doctorate of Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05.2028

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

Jones International University
Englewood, CO
12.2012

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration

Jackson State University
Jackson, MS
05.2005

Skills

  • Individualized Education Plans
  • Student Support
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Student Needs Assessments
  • Team Collaboration
  • Policies and Procedures Compliance

Timeline

Special Education Department Chair

Jackson Public Schools District (Jim Hill HS )
08.2021 - 12.2023

Academy Lead Teacher/ Elementary Lead Teacher

Jackson Public School District
08.2007 - 05.2019

Funeral Director's Assistant

M. L. Walker's Funeral Home
05.2000 - 07.2008

Ph.D. - Doctorate of Education

Grand Canyon University

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

Jones International University

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration

Jackson State University
Wendi Warfield -Matthews