Jacob Pray
Camarillo
Summary
Experienced Special Education Teacher exceptional at fostering student engagement and implementing effective curricula, significantly enhancing learning outcomes. Passionate about creating positive educational environments and leveraging instructional best practices, to support student achievements academically, behaviorally, and social-emotionally.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Pleasant Valley School District
10.2024 - Current
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Partnered with general education teachers from across academic departments.
- Taught students with varying degrees of academic needs.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Modified general education curriculum for learning center students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Implemented Positive Behavior Supports (PBS).
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student's progress and determine priorities and resource needs.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices and autonomy.
- Used state and district assessments to track academic progress.
Special Education Teacher
Keppel Union School District
07.2008 - 10.2024
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Partnered with general education teachers from across academic departments.
- Taught students with varying degrees of academic needs.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Modified general education curriculum for learning center students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Implemented Positive Behavior Supports (PBS).
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student's progress and determine priorities and resource needs.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices and autonomy.
- Used state and district assessments to track academic progress.
Teacher Assistant Principal
Keppel Union School District
08.2011 - 10.2024
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced school policies.
- Assisted with compliance efforts for fire and other safety regulations.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
District Teacher Mentor
Keppel Union School District
08.2012 - 10.2024
- Promoted positive relationships between mentees and other peers to encourage collaboration.
- Assisted mentees in building self-confidence.
- Observed and provided feedback in regard to mentees instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Guided mentees through their Individual Learning Plans.
- Modeled teaching and behavioral expectations for mentees.
- Assisted mentees in writing legally compliant IEPs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
California State University Northridge
Northridge, CA08.2003
Education Specialist Teaching Credential
California State University - Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA12.2010
Reading Specialist
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA06.2018
Skills
- Teacher Assigned Assistant Principal
- Reading and Literacy Added Authorization
- Assisted with Implementation of Daily Restorative Practices
- Curriculum Implementation K-8 Learning Center
- Led Instruction for both M/M and ESN student's in the area of Reading and Literacy
- Effectively Engaging Students using Universal Design for Learning Strategies
- Ongoing Meaningful Communication with Parents
- IEP Development, Data Collection, and Implementation
- Proficient with iReady, Classroom Summative Assessment, SIPPS Assessment, Scholastic Reading Inventory
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Pleasant Valley School District
10.2024 - Current
District Teacher Mentor
Keppel Union School District
08.2012 - 10.2024
Teacher Assistant Principal
Keppel Union School District
08.2011 - 10.2024
Special Education Teacher
Keppel Union School District
07.2008 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Arts - History
California State University Northridge
Education Specialist Teaching Credential
California State University - Bakersfield
Reading Specialist
University of Southern California
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