Resume
JESSICA R. DAVIS
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134 O’NEIL STREET, KINGSTON, NEW YORK 12401 ▪ (845) 338-4274
e-Mail: [email protected]
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Special Education Teacher
Area of Specialization: Elementary Education (1-6)
Child-centered teaching professional offering comprehensive experience in the instruction of special student populations. Proven skill fostering the behavioral, social and academic development of each student.
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Experience developing and monitoring individualized academic plans, including design of appropriate classroom accommodations and curriculum modifications for individual learning differences / disabilities. Areas of expertise:
• Lesson Planning & Curriculum Development • Multi-disciplinary Team Approach
• Individual Education Plans • Modified Educational Programs
• Student Assessment & Evaluation Tools • Parent Communication & Collaboration
General knowledge of SED Special Education laws, regulations and procedures. Adept at providing recommendations regarding current programming and future student placements. Fluent in Sign Language and Early Literacy skills.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
KINGSTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, Kingston, NY 2002-present
Special Education Teacher - Bailey Middle School; 9/07-present
➢ Develop social and emotional supports for students in this Middle School Behavior Class, Grades 7 & 8.
➢ Assess the special education needs of all students. Coordinate and monitor a comprehensive service plan.
➢ Develop and implement appropriate classroom structure, formal behavioral strategies and materials.
➢ Create classroom lesson plans that cross-reference NYS and National Standards for all subject areas.
➢ Serve as a liaison and advocate with caregivers, colleagues, families and community constituents.
➢ District Ski Club Advisor; 2007-present.
Special Education Teacher - Sophie Finn Elementary School; 1/06-3/06
➢ Provided instruction for students in this Self-Contained Special Education Classroom, Grades 4 & 5.
➢ Experience assisting with NYS Math exams (Grades 4 & 5) and ELA grading (Grade 4).
➢ Maintained a Multisensory Reading program. Developed an effective classroom behavior management plan.
➢ Developed a student IEP. Constructed and implemented a Formal Behavior Assessment for a student.
➢ Attended in-service training and professional development workshops. Provided technology support to staff.
Substitute Teacher; 2002-05
➢ Provided classroom management and instruction (across all subject areas) for students in Grades K-12.
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OTHER Children’s Annex of Kingston, Kingston, NY
Teacher’s Aide; Summer 1999-Fall 2002 and Teaching Assistant; Summer 2004
South Junior High, Newburgh, NY, Special Education Fieldwork; Fall 2005
EDUCATION Mount Saint Mary College, Newburgh, NY
M.S. Candidate - Literacy; December 2008
B.A. - English (Concentration: Elementary / Special Education); 2006 *Dean’s List
CERTIFICATIONS New York State Initial Certification
English with Students with Disabilities (7-12); 2008 pending
Elementary Education (1-6) and Special Education (1-6); 2006
HONORS New York State Merit Scholarship; 9/04-5/06
Kappa Delta Pi Sigma Tau 451 - Outstanding Service 4/05 & Officer Training Workshop 7/05
AFFILIATIONS International Reading Association
REFERENCES Available upon request.
