Special Education Executive Coordinator
Resume:
Jason S. Sloan
Indianapolis, IN 46260 *********@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
The main goal for me as an advocate/educator is to provide an opportunity for students to feel safe, nurtured and allowing them the freedom to express themselves through the means of a
classroom which specifically gives them academic, social and emotional stability. In supporting students in reaching to their best potential, it is essential to offer them opportunities to engage in various learning environments and settings within the school, community and the classroom.
Additionally, it is imperative to have a driving mission in providing best teaching practices in the instruction of reading, math and content curriculum foundations to best support student growth and progress. Recognizing that each student has a unique learning style is essential: as to expose students to a rich and educational experience while implementing high expectations with
attainable goals.
EDUCATION
Shakamak High School, Diploma (Jasonville, IN)
Indiana State University, Music Education (Choral/General & Oboe/Flute Performance-Terre Haute, IN)
Ball State University, BA in General Studies/Minor: Music/Education: Oboe (Fall 2007)
Ball State University, MA in Special Education Licensure Coursework (Summer 2011)
CERTIFICATION (State of Indiana)
Licensure in K-12 Special Education (Mild/Moderate/Severe Interventions)
RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE
Indianapolis Public Schools Indianapolis, IN
Clarence Farrington School #61 July 2024-October 2024
Third Grade Teacher
Teach third grade curriculum for all subjects, preparation for state assessments of IREAD and ILEARN.
Indian Creek Elementary STEM School Indianapolis, IN
4th/5th/6th Grade FAP XTL Teacher November 2021-May 2024
Teach fourth through sixth students with autism, language impairment, developmental delay and intellectual disabilities functional curriculum and social-emotional learning skills.
Francis W. Parker Montessori School 56 Indianapolis, IN
4th/5th/6th Grade Autism SPED Teacher July 2020 – October 2021
First/Second Grade Autism SPED Teacher July 2019 - 2020
Teach first and second grade and fourth through sixth students with autism, language impairment, developmental delay, intellectual disabilities functional curriculum and social-emotional learning skills.
William Penn School 49 Indianapolis, IN
Third Grade Teacher September 2018 - June 2019
Taught third grade curriculum for all subjects, preparation for state assessments of IREAD and
ILEARN.
Mays Community Academy Mays, IN
Kindergarten Teacher October 2016-May 2017
Taught kindergarten students early learning concepts, social-emotional skills and preparing them for first grade.
Cottonwood Middle School Cottonwood, AZ
Cross-Categorical Special Education Teacher July 2015 – May 2016
Taught sixth through eighth grade students with mild to severe disabilities a fully modified/adapted content curriculum and life skills created by the teacher. This best implemented their IEP goals and supported their educational success in the inclusion and self-contained educational settings.
Taylor University Upland, IN
Visiting Adjunct Artist/Clinician September 2010 – May 2019
Taught oboe lessons, coached woodwind sectionals for pit orchestras, orchestra and wind
ensemble. Also gave a clinic on adaptive music education for pre-service teachers in music
education on the topic of best teaching practices in working with students with disabilities.
Delaware Christian Academy Muncie, IN
July 2014-May 2015
2nd/3rd Grade Teacher, Director of Special Education and Corporation Test Coordinator
Taught second and third grade curriculum for all subjects, developed and implemented IEP’s for students with disabilities (K-12) and managed the testing for all students (K-12).
East Washington Academy Muncie, IN
Paraprofessional October 2012 – March 2014
Assisted lead teacher in second through fourth grade self-contained mild disabilities classroom. Worked one-on-one with students with cognitive impairment, autism, oppositional defiant
disorder and Downs Syndrome.
Ball State University: Department of Special Education Muncie, IN
Graduate Assistant/ Instructor May 2010 – July 2011
Taught the introductory course in Special Education for non-majors. Assisted in the department with office duties.
Robinson Early Literacy Academy Anderson, IN
Special Education Resource Teacher August 2008 – June 2009
Assisted general education teachers in behavior support, documentation/assessment (FBA’s and BIP’s). Taught Guided Reading, strategic reading intervention and accelerated math. Taught
science for second grade classroom. Provided services for students for whom I was teacher of record/service as part of their IEP accommodations.
East Central VSA arts of Indiana Muncie, IN
Music Educator September 2001 – November 2010
Taught music/assisted with administrative duties for arts programming to children and adults with various disabilities.
Cornerstone Center for the Arts Muncie, IN
Flute, Oboe and Voice Instructor September 2001-September 2005
Taught private and group lessons for students learning flute, oboe and voice. Also, was the choir director for the all-county choral group and Studio 4 Youth Theatre program that was a select
theatre/show choir ensemble.
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS/EXPERIENCE
Prescott Pops Symphony Orchestra (Former Principal Oboe English Horn)
Prescott Chamber Orchestra (Former Principal Oboe /English Horn)
Verde Valley Sinfonietta (Former Second Flute/Piccolo)
Marion Philharmonic Orchestra (2nd Oboe/English Horn)
East Central Indiana Chamber Orchestra (Former Principal Oboe/English Horn)
Kokomo Symphony Orchestra (Former Principal Oboe)
Muncie Civic Theatre (Pit Orchestra Musician and Music Director)
St. Andrew Presbyterian Church Choir (Choral Section Leader-Baritone)
HONORS
John Phillip Sousa Award (High School)
Robert F. Sprenkle Oboe Performance Scholarship (Indiana State University)
Performing Arts Scholarship (Flute and Voice-Indiana State University)
International Festival Orchestra (Principal Oboe-Toluca, Mexico)
Interim Director of Music-Main Street United Methodist Church (Muncie, IN)
United Campus Ministries Conference Music Director (Choir Director-Lake Geneva, Wisconsin)
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
Ms. Michele Bollinger
Assistant Principal
Francis W. Parker Montessori School #56 (Indianapolis Public Schools)
2353 N. Columbia Ave.
Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Mrs. Pam Nicholas
Former Grants Manager & East Central VSAI District Coordinator at Hillcroft Services, Inc.
3001 W. Bowman Ave.
Muncie, IN 47304
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Mrs. Michelle Lambert
Former Special Education Teacher/Mentor
6747 Valley Ridge Drive, Apt. 1C
Indianapolis, IN 46237
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Mr. Brandon Warren
Principal
Carl Wilde #79 (Indianapolis Public Schools)
5002 W. 34th St.
Indianapolis, IN 46224
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Mr. Matthew Schumacher
Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District No. 6
Cottonwood Middle School
Principal
70 Horse Canyon Dr.
Sedona, AZ 86351-8966
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