Marina F.

Jones
mfjones76@gmail.com

Profile Hard-working educator seeking a Special Education K-12 or Elementary Education K-6 position. Known for enthusiasm, professionalism, and natural ability for working with children. Dedicated to being an advocate for students with special needs in order to help them access the general education curriculum in their least restrictive environment. Also strongly committed to creating an environment that promotes optimal learning and challenges students to become confident, reflective, and active learners. Proven ability to plan lessons based on district curriculum and the Common Core State Standards while effectively differentiating instruction to meet the specific needs of each child. Strengths Differentiating Instruction Response to Intervention Procedures Progress Monitoring Scientific Research Based Interventions Building Respectful Relationships with Families Strong Work Ethic Education Bachelor of Science in Special Education, May 2013 University of Saint Joseph, West Hartford, CT Cross-Endorsement in Elementary Education Psychology Minor GPA: 4.0 Masters of Science in Reading and Language Arts, Pending Admission to Program Central Connecticut State University, New Britain, CT Strand in Corrective and Remedial Reading and Language Arts (certification track) Certification Connecticut Initial Educator Certification Comprehensive Special Education, K-12, Pending Elementary, K-6, Pending Teaching Experience John Paterson Elementary School, Newington Public Schools, Newington, CT Student Teacher Special Education: K-4 October 2012 December 2012 Created and implemented effective, engaging lessons based on specific student needs in the areas of reading, writing, mathematics, life skills, and social skills Collaborated and co-taught with general education teachers to facilitate the inclusion of special education students in general education settings by sharing performance information and implementing necessary modifications and accommodations Interpreted, developed and implemented Individualized Education Programs, Behavior Intervention Plans, and Functional Behavioral Assessments Participated and presented information in Planning and Placement Team meetings, Child Study Team meetings, and Early Intervention Plan meetings Coordinated and supervised paraprofessionals and support staff members

Learning Targets/Objectives Effective Instruction Collaboration Reflection Co-teaching Positive Attitude

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John Paterson Elementary School, Newington Public Schools, Newington, CT Student Teacher First Grade General Education August 2012 October 2012 Developed and taught a cross-curricular unit on life cycles which incorporated science, reading, writing, mathematics, social studies, technology, music, fine arts, and multiculturalism Followed and carried out procedures for reading, writing, and math workshop models Utilized Scientific Research Based Interventions and progress monitoring processes to provide appropriate educational opportunities to learners on all tiers Monitored and assessed student progress to ensure effective instruction and student improvement Differentiated instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of all students Successfully created an optimal learning environment in which students felt safe to learn through inquiry and be active participants in their learning Related Work Experience Private Tutoring, Rocky Hill, CT October 2012 Present Provide instruction to a third grade student in the area of mathematics in a private home environment Collaborate with parents and analyze student work samples to identify and improve areas of difficulty Babysitting, Multiple Settings June 2009 Present Routinely babysit for six families Provide both full-time and part-time childcare for children ranging from two weeks to ten years old Skills Proficient in Microsoft Office and using SmartBoards to enhance learning opportunities Aligning lessons with Common Core State Standards and district curriculum Effectively communicating with staff, parents, and students via verbal and written modes Utilizing backwards design methods to guarantee student success in acquiring endured understandings

Honors College Academic Day April 2012 Chosen by Dean Kathleen Butler and University of Saint Joseph Education Professors based on outstanding academic achievement Represented University of Saint Joseph at the State Capitol and was recognized by State Representatives Kappa Delta Pi Initiated into and currently an active member of the Education Honors Society University of Saint Joseph Deans List Maintained a 4.0 GPA for every semester in attendance at University of Saint Joseph April 2012 Present Fall 2010 Present