Jennifer Miller
Oak Lawn
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at AERO Special Education Cooperative, adept at developing tailored IEPs and fostering student growth. Skilled in relationship building and data management, I enhance learning through individualized support and collaborative teamwork, ensuring diverse learners achieve their academic goals. I excel at forming relationships with my students, and behavior modification. I have worked for the last 13 years in alternative school environment, which is high stress, and requires extreme patience.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
AERO Special Education Cooperative
08.2008 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Educational Support Professional
CHSD218
08.2003 - 12.2007
- Worked closely with teachers to monitor attendance patterns and proactively address potential concerns related to truancy or disengagement from coursework.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, improving their understanding of challenging subjects.
- Participated in professional development opportunities focused on best practices for supporting diverse learners in inclusive settings.
- Enhanced student comprehension by implementing individualized support plans and learning strategies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chicago Christian High School
Palos Heights, IL06-1988
Associate of Arts - Genera
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, ILBachelor of Arts - Psychology
Governors State University
Park Forest, IL12-2024
Master of Arts - Multi-categorical Special Education
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL05-2008
Skills
- Relationship building
- Collaborative teamwork
- De-escalation techniques
- Data management
- Parent communication
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Student support
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
Certification
LBS1 Certified
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
AERO Special Education Cooperative
08.2008 - Current
Educational Support Professional
CHSD218
08.2003 - 12.2007
High School Diploma -
Chicago Christian High School
Associate of Arts - Genera
Moraine Valley Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Governors State University
Master of Arts - Multi-categorical Special Education
Saint Xavier University
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