Jennifer McCann
Special Education Teacher at Tahlequah Public Schools- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Center for Teaching and Learning-Online Educator Certificate Part 2
Northeastern State University Center for Teaching and Learning
Experience
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Tahlequah Public Schools
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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100 - 200 Employee
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Special Education Teacher
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Aug 2018 - Present
Responsible for planning, developing, delivering and evaluating appropriate individualized educational services, learning programs and instruction for special needs students in both self-contained and integrated settings in consultation with other school personnel. Main Job Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities -Identify the needs of assigned students through formal and informal assessments -Review referral data, history and assessment data to develop appropriate goals and objectives for each student -Confer with general education teachers regarding the educational, social, emotional and physical needs and objectives of each student -Plan, develop and implement individualized learning plans for each student -Design appropriate teaching strategies aligned with Oklahoma standards -Prepare instructional materials and lesson plans according to Individual Educational Plans (IEPs) -Review IEPs with parents, school administrators and general education teachers -Utilize appropriate methods of learning delivery and instruction to meet the needs of each student in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) -Monitor, evaluate and document each student's progress utilizing appropriate measurements and assessment devices -Collaborate and consult with general school personnel regarding the implementation of the IEPs and special educational services -Maintain regular communication with parents by means of email, phone calls, conferences and progress reports -Assist parents with understanding and supporting educational objectives, learning expectations and behavioral standards -Manage student behavior through monitoring, supervising and assessing behavioral patterns utilize appropriate corrective methods to modify behavior -Maintain accurate and complete records in compliance with school district regulations and legal requirements -Maintain a current knowledge of special education best practices and trends
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Northeastern State University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Director, Indigenous Scholar Development Center
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Jun 2012 - Oct 2016
Administered all aspects of a five-year 1.8 million dollar federally funded grant program for Native American Serving Nontribal Institutions to enhance opportunities for success of Native American students and enrich the entire university community by enabling more data-based decision making. • Trained and supervised staff including three full-time staff, graduate assistants, undergraduate student tutors and assistants as well as faculty advisors to improve program activity compliance with applicable policies and regulations. • Initiated relationships and new partnerships with tribal organizations and Indigenous communities and increased understanding and more effective collaboration within and between campus groups. • Developed a Project Implementation plan and handbook for the Indigenous Scholar Development Center for sustainability and growth within the campus community. • Worked collaboratively with University counseling personnel, faculty advisors, existing Native American programs, and the greater university community by designing and implementing both curricular and co-curricular activities. • Planned, developed, implemented and evaluated ISDC activities, events, and student services related to increasing academic performance, college retention, and graduation rates of low-income American Indian Students (research projects, workshops, scholar development and networking activities). • Collected and reported data for program evaluation.
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College of the Muscogee Nation
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Research Specialist/ Financial Aid Coordinator
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Dec 2009 - May 2012
Provided assistance and support to the Regent’s Director of Institutional Effectiveness in accreditation efforts, including the planning, coordination and writing of the Preliminary Information Form Document and the Self-Study Document for the Higher Learning Commission. • Analyzed and collaboratively developed various academic and student service operations of the Tribal College in preparation for autonomy and accreditation. • Coordinated the development of a Financial Aid Office for the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship and Tuition Waiver/Grant funds and establish tribal college eligibility for full participation in U.S. Department of Education Title IV funding.
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Bacone College
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Adjunct Instructor
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Jan 2008 - Dec 2009
• Developed curriculum, taught, and assessed the following courses: American Indian Arts & Crafts, American Indian Literature, English Composition 1, English Composition 2, Introduction to American Indian Studies, Native Women in Literature, and Speaking and Thinking Critically (Speech). • Collaborated with Student Services and facilitated various student support workshops. • Consulted with and advised students on General Education and American Indian Studies coursework • Assisted with the development of the American Indian Studies Degree Program. • Facilitator, Academic Student Support Workshops. Bacone College, 2009. • Co-Coordinator, Inaugural American Indian Studies Colloquium. Bacone College, 2008.
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Financial Aid Administrator
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Aug 2001 - May 2007
Counseled students and parents regarding financial aid packages and semester finances/expenses, and other student service issues as needed. • Acted as a liaison for students and coordinated academic and student services. • Supervised and maintained public contact duties, including editing and layout of select office forms and publications. • Composed and revised financial aid packages with strict adherence to institutional, state, and federal guidelines. • Supervised the planning, coordination, and administration of various institutional financial aid programs. • Designed and delivered large and small group presentations, workshops, and training sessions for university students, parents, and administrators.
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Education
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2002 - 2008
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Educational Policy Studies--Native Americans in Higher Education -
1999 - 2000
Northern Arizona University
Master of Education (MEd), Bilingual and Multicultural Education -
1995 - 1998
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor’s Degree, English
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