Jennifer E. Wardally
Orlando, Fl 32824
Email: adzijd@r.postjobfree.com
Experience:
Varying Exceptionalities Teacher 2021 – present
Tohopekaliga High School
oTaught an inclusive learning strategies ninth grade level class of students with disabilities
oDeveloped and implemented Individualized Education Plans to meet the needs of each student
oIdentified and implemented goals tailored to student’s individualized needs and abilities
oCollaborated with teachers in assessing and developing differentiated instructional strategies
oCoordinated with teachers, teacher’s assistant and various service providers
oUsed various behavior modification systems to maintain classroom management
oProvided push in services for support in 9th grade general education English class
Integrated Co-Teacher 2011 – 2021
I. S 383 K – Philippa Schuyler Middle School for the Gifted and Talented
oInstructed social studies Passport curriculum and Teacher’s College reading and writing grade six curriculum to meet the academic and social needs of general education students and students with disabilities
oCo-taught and collaborated with teachers across subject areas assessing and developing instructional strategies, including the use of Universal Design Learning and Specifically Designed Instruction
oLead small group instruction for students who needed more assistance in academic areas or enrichment
oAssess student performance and created groupings through anecdotal records, student- teacher conferencing, student portfolios and data analysis
oDevelopment and progress monitoring of Individual Education Plans through Sesis system
oCollaborated and coordinated with general education teachers, teacher’s assistant and various service providers
Special Education Classroom Teacher 2009 – 2019
I. S 383 K – Philippa Schuyler Middle School for the Gifted and Talented
oTaught Teacher’s College reading and writing curriculum to an inclusive 6th grade level ELA class of students with disabilities providing differentiation and Specifically Designed Instruction
oDeveloped and implemented Individualized Education Plans to meet the needs of each student via Sesis
oIdentified and implemented goals tailored to student’s individualized needs and abilities based on data in order to access Teacher’s College reading and writing curriculum
oCollaborated with teachers, teacher’s assistant and various service providers in assessing, developing and revising instructional strategies
oMaintained a safe, positive, risk-taking classroom environment designed to foster student growth and autonomous learners
Education:
College of Saint Rose – Center for Integrated Teacher Education 2012 – 2014
Albany, New York
oEducational Leadership Certificate –School Building Leader/School District Leader/-Cumulative -G.P.A: 3.9
Brooklyn College – NYC Department of Education Teaching Fellows 2009 – 2012
Brooklyn, New York
oMaster of Science: Childhood Special Education 1-6/ Childhood General Education 1-6- Cumulative G.P.A: 3.8
Queens College, The City University of New York 2006 – 2008
Flushing, New York
oBachelor of Arts: Psychology- Cumulative- G.P.A: 4.0
oRelevant Coursework: Psychology, Child Psychology, Introduction to Social Work, Sociology
Skills: MS Word, Power Point, Peer, Canvas, Focus,Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Detail Oriented, Strong Communication Skills, Proficient Written Communication Skills, Multi – Tasked, Fast Paced Learner
Activities:
Special Education District Liaison 2019 – 2020
oAttended informative meeting sessions for updates on Special Education laws
oProviding school-wide end-user support for SESIS.
oServing as the point person for SESIS training requests.
oProviding special education policy-related support to end users referring to the Special Education Standard Operational Procedure Manual
oEscalating issues through the SESIS Help Desk and other support networks, as appropriate.
Learning Partners Program: Model Teacher 2015 – 2019
oCreated a welcoming and open environment for observation of classroom lab-sites, teacher reflection and growth
oAligned lessons to the Common Core Learning Standards and modeled the use of the Danielson Framework
oShowcased professional and pedagogical practices, including the processes for reflecting and adjusting practice
oDemonstrated and articulated effective teaching practices, reflection and debriefing of personal lessons with colleagues
oFoster trusting and collaborative relationships with colleagues in order to encourage inter-visitation and conduct observations
oPlanned and facilitated professional development in areas of interest and need identified by administration and staff
oPresented at a “Showcase for Exemplary Work” at the Principal’s and Superintendent’s Conference 2018
New Teacher Mentor 2013 – 2015
oAttended monthly professional development on mentoring
oAssisted new teachers with planning, instruction, classroom management, and assessment
oConducted pre-observations, observations, and post-observations with new teachers in order to reflect on practice and create next steps
oCo-facilitated New Teacher Week with various members of the Office of Leadership
oLog mentor/mentee hours on DOE mentor tracking system
C.H.A.M.P.S Cheerleading Coach 2014 – present
oMaintained and oversaw after-school and Saturday cheerleading activities that promote collaboration and creativity
oCreated routines for girls to perform in order to help promote school spirit throughout the school year
oMaintain and logged attendance and hours on a weekly basis in online portal
Instructional Literacy Lead 2012 – 2014
oAttended monthly professional development on Common Core Implementation
oPresent and share vital information to staff, parents, and administration from professional development
oCreated and assisted the ELA and science department in the development of units of study/assessments aligned to the Common Core Standards
Inquiry Team Member 2009 – 2013
oIdentified a group of at risk students amongst the school’s lowest performing population to provide intensive and skill - specific instruction
oRigorously and regularly monitored student progress towards the realization of individual goals for improvement
oInterfaced with teachers and administrators to review and assess student performance; amended plans for corrective action
Honorary Member of the Golden Key International Honor Society-Queens Chapter 2008 – Present
oAssisted in the organization of the annual Induction Ceremonies
oAssisted in various fundraiser events and student activities