Jenna Sullens
Santa Maria,CA
Summary
Versatile and dedicated Education Specialist with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of lessons plans that cater to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students. Dedicated and motivated to encourage student growth through carefully monitored academic progress.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Specialist
Santa Maria Joint Union High School District
08.2021 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Met with parents and guardians to assist in understanding and supporting educational objectives, learning expectations and behavior standards.
- Assessed individual student needs to create lesson plans addressing academic strengths and interests of students, while fostering development and growth.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Instructional Assistant
Santa Maria Joint Union High School District
08.2017 - 06.2021
- Provide instructional support and assistance to resource teachers and students assigned to a designated special education instructional program.
- Promoted student learning by providing individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics.
- Collaborated with general education and special education teachers to devise and implement developmentally appropriate lessons aligning with state curriculum and the needs of the students.
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
- Delivered instruction individually or in small groups with support from instructor.
- Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials and supplies to support maximum efficiency.
- Complied with instructor-developed IEPs and made informed recommendations for adjustments.
- Administered and collected data through student work samples to assist with prep for an IEP
Front of House Team Member
6 Degrees Coffee House & Eatery
05.2015 - 08.2015
- Had various front of house responsibilities like cashier, server, and greeter, with a focus on maintaining a clean and friendly atmosphere for the costumer’s enjoyment.
- Managed day-to-day restaurant operations with focus on quality and meeting customer expectations.
Education
Master of Education - Special Education- Mild/Moderate
National University
La Jolla, CA06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University
Northridge, CA05.2015
Transfer Studies -
Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, CA05.2015
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Material Selection
- Differentiated Instruction Techniques
- Individualized Education Plans
- Inclusion Classroom Support
- Parent Communication
- Faculty Collaboration
- Transition Planning Proficiency
- Behavior Modeling and Monitoring
- Data Collection and Analysis
- ALICE Trained
- ELPAC Proctor Trained
Technology
- Microsoft/ Google Programs
Timeline
Education Specialist
Santa Maria Joint Union High School District
08.2021 - Current
Instructional Assistant
Santa Maria Joint Union High School District
08.2017 - 06.2021
Front of House Team Member
6 Degrees Coffee House & Eatery
05.2015 - 08.2015
Master of Education - Special Education- Mild/Moderate
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University
Transfer Studies -
Allan Hancock College
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