Assistant Teacher

JESSICA L. SCHULTZ

Churchville, NY *****, 585-***-****, *******.*.*******@*******.***

TEACHER

Special Education Individualized Education Behavioral Management

An experienced and innovative education advocate who thrives on assisting students in reaching and exceeding their learning potential. Skilled in developing creative and relevant Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives; and designing activities that build trust, promote respect, and encourage understanding. Special love for teaching deaf, deaf-blind, multiple disabilities, and autistic students. Highly skilled in Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional core competencies include:

American Sign Language (ASL)

Behavioral Management

Schedule Management

Lesson Plan Development

Substitute Teaching

Individual Education Program (IEP)

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

MASTER OF ARTS, PHYSICAL EDUCATION, CONCENTRATION IN SPECIAL (ADAPTED) PHYSICAL

EDUCATION, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI (Expected June 2014)

MASTER OF SCIENCE, EDUCATION, Canisius College, Buffalo, NY (2012)

GRADUATE PROGRAM, DEAF EDUCATION, McDaniel College, Westminster, MD (2008 – 2010)

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, PHYSICAL EDUCATION, Gallaudet University, Washington, DC (2007)

TEACHING CERTIFICATE, NYSTCE 090, ELEMENTARY ASSESSMENT OF TEACHING SKILLS, ENGLISH

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ROCHESTER SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF, Rochester, NY 2010 – Present

Substitute / Teacher Assistant

Provided substitute education for students ranging from Pre-K through 12th grade, worked with the deaf and hard-of-hearing. Review lesson plans and utilized Teacher’s guide textbooks on a variety of subjects. Serve as the teacher or teacher assistant role as necessary. Design lesson plans, and communicate with faculty and students. Correct classroom and homework assignments, write comments and notes, and supervise students during lunch and bus duty.

CANISIUS, Buffalo, NY 2011

Coach, Koessler Athletic Center

Coached and trained a 12-year-old student in basketball techniques. Successfully prepared student before joining the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) basketball team.

ST. MARY’S SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF, Buffalo, NY 2011

Student Teacher

Coordinated with teacher and physical educator. Assisted the Presidential Challenge Physical Best Fitness Test. Assisted in developing and editing lesson plans, providing instruction to 2nd, 3rd, and middle school students.

MARYLAND SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF, Columbia, MD 2010

Student Teacher

Charged with providing education and support for various techniques and provided expertise in locomotor, non-locomotor, and manipulative movements. Provided one -on-one sessions for special needs students with severe behavior problems. Communicated with parents and faculty. Assisted in Jump Rope for Heart and Hoops for heart events.

ROCHESTER SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF, Rochester, NY 2007

Student Teacher

Provided a strong foundation for educational, social, and emotional growth of deaf and hard-of-hearing children. Created and delivered lesson plans for Pre-K, 1st, and 2nd grade students. Provided assistance to three physical educators in the setup of equipment, providing demonstration of techniques to students. Designed and delivered Individualized Education Program, ensuring a challenging environment for all students from Pre-K through 12th grade.

SPORTS LEADERSHIP PROGRAM, Rochester, NY 2001 - 2002

Assistant for Sporting Events

Provided direction and leadership for this deaf sports program, coordinating all sports and physical activity games. Communicated with students within the program. Recognized as a role model by the director of the Sports Leadership Program.

CAMP ABILITIES, Brockport, NY 2001 - 2009

Assistant Group Leader/Counselor

Completed an in-depth assessment of campers’ abilities and skills at this developmental sports camp for children who are visually impaired and deaf-blind. Provided instruction in sports and recreation to campers with vision loss and co-morbidity of deaf and blindness. Contributed to campers in the enhancement of independence and daily life skills.

CERTIFICATIONS

Golden Key International Honour Society; 2012

BattleWorks, Inc. (BWI) “Be Fit Kids” Instructor; 2012

School Violence Prevention and Intervention; 2011

Identification and Reporting of Child Abuse and Maltreatment; 2011

The Needs of Students with Autism; 2011

Physical Best Health-Fitness Specialist (NASPE); 2011-2016

CPR-AED for Lifeguards & Lifeguarding/First Aid; 2011 -2013/2014

QPR Suicide Prevention; 2011

CPR-AED for the Pro-Rescuer and Healthcare Provider; 2010-2012

Advanced Tutoring (Level II) - College Reading and Association (CRLA); 2006

Advanced Tutoring (Level I) - College Reading and Association (CRLA); 2005

PRESENTATIONS

Presider at NYSAHPERD Convention, Verona, NY, 2011

Speaker at NYSAHPERD Convention, Verona, NY, 2012

Schultz, J.L., Lieberman, L.J., & Ellis, M.K. (2013). Ensuring the Success of Deaf Students in Inclusive Physical Education.

Journal of Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance; in press

MEMBERSHIPS & VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Golden Key International Honour Society

National Consortium for Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities (NCPERID)

American Association of the Deaf-Blind (AADB)

New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (NYSAHPERD)

American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (AAHPERD)

2nd Saturdays, Mt. Hope Cemetery; 2012

Volunteer, Rochester Young Professionals in Rochester, NY

Pirate Toy Fund, Wegmans Warehouse; 2012

Volunteer, Rochester Young Professionals in Rochester, NY

Special Olympics, Saint John’s Fisher College; 2012

Volunteer, Super Regional Floor Hockey in Rochester, NY

Physical Education & Health Major Club, Canisius College; 2011

Volunteer, Habitat for Humanity in Buffalo, NY

Volunteer, WinterFest at Chestnut Ridge Park in Erie County, Buffalo, NY

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