Jennifer Powell
South West Rocks,NSW
Summary
Organized and dependable at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
I will developing lesson plans and aligning instruction with current learning goals.
I am a good planner, problem-solver and analytical leader with strong attention to detail and sound judgment focused on continuous improvement.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Coordinator.
Catholic Education Office Lismore NSW
01.1990 - 12.2019
- Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs.
- Facilitated IEP meetings by using family-centered, strength-based approach.
- Collaborated with teachers to conduct behavioral assessments and intervention plans for students.
- Coordinated with outside state agencies to acquire services for special needs children.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Interpreted and analyzed academic data to maintain student development and retention.
- Maintained contact with parents to address concerns and needs of children.
- Collaborated with families to provide resources for children outside of school district.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
Primary School Teacher
Catholic Education Office Lismore
01.1984 - 12.2019
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Maintained positive and professional classroom environment throughout school year.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Developed positive rapport with students of various and diverse backgrounds.
- Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
Education
Master of Special Education - Special Education
University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW12.2002
Graduate Diploma of Educational Studies Special Ed - Special Education
Charles Sturt University
Bathurst, NSW12.1990
Diploma of Education - Primary School Teaching
Good Samaritan Teachers College, Sydney
12.1978
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Program Planning
- At-Risk Student Intervention
- Special Education Programs
- Student Needs Assessments
- Student Support
Timeline
Special Education Coordinator.
Catholic Education Office Lismore NSW
01.1990 - 12.2019
Primary School Teacher
Catholic Education Office Lismore
01.1984 - 12.2019
Master of Special Education - Special Education
University of Newcastle
Graduate Diploma of Educational Studies Special Ed - Special Education
Charles Sturt University
Diploma of Education - Primary School Teaching
Good Samaritan Teachers College, Sydney
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