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Jacqueline Gaffney

Feasterville-Trevose

Summary

Dedicated and experienced K–5 educator with over 15 years of experience in general education and special education, including self-contained and resource room settings. Passionate about fostering inclusive environments and tailoring instruction to meet the needs of all learners. Proven leader in school community initiatives and student engagement programs.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General and Special Education Teacher

Charles Street School
09.2011 - Current
  • Taught in self-contained and resource room environments for grades K–2
  • Taught Regular Education for 5 years (K&1)
  • Delivered 1:1 and small-group instruction based on IEP goals
  • Collaborated with related service providers to support student needs
  • Collected and analyzed data for progress reports and annual IEP reviews
  • Created structured classroom routines to support behavioral and academic growth
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.

Key Holder Supervisor, Lead Trainer, Server

Outback Steakhouse
06.1999 - Current
  • Bimonthly inventory counts
  • Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
  • Improved customer service by projecting friendly and knowledgeable attitude.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Trained and supervised new employees to apply best practices in customer service and store operations.

Education

M.A. - Applied Psychology

Rider University
Lawrenceville, NJ
05-2014

B.A. - Elementary Education

Rider University
Lawrenceville, NJ
05-2009

Skills

  • Goal Setting
  • Strategic Thinking & Planning
  • Decision Making
  • Collaboration & Team Leadership
  • Self-Motivation & Time Management
  • Problem Solving Skills
  • Multicultural Education
  • Strong & Positive Classroom Management
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • IEP Implementation and Progress Monitoring
  • Behavior Management (PBIS strategies)
  • Collaborative Teaching & Co-Teaching
  • Parent Communication & Engagement
  • Trained in CPI
  • IEP and BIP implementation

Certification

  • NJ Standard Teaching Certificate – Elementary Education (K–6)
  • NJ Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD)
  • CPI Trained

Leadership & Additional Roles

  • Student Council Club Advisor (5 years)
  • Kids for Character Club Facilitator (1 year)
  • Mentor for new teachers and student teachers

Timeline

General and Special Education Teacher

Charles Street School
09.2011 - Current

Key Holder Supervisor, Lead Trainer, Server

Outback Steakhouse
06.1999 - Current

M.A. - Applied Psychology

Rider University

B.A. - Elementary Education

Rider University

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