Tina Jacobs
Phoenix
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven educator with 17 years of experience fostering student success through innovative instruction, data-driven decision-making, and strategic program coordination. Skilled in curriculum development, interdisciplinary planning, and differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs. Proven leadership in implementing school-wide initiatives, including PBIS, advanced academic programs, and intervention strategies for at-risk students. Adept at supporting staff through instructional coaching, informal observations, and professional development. Experienced in organizing large-scale academic events, coordinating Saturday School for at-risk seniors, and presenting best practices at national conferences. Strong communicator who effectively collaborates with all stakeholders, including students, parents, staff, and administration, to create positive learning environments that promote student achievement and engagement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
ISDM Teacher
Baltimore County Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
- Served as Backup Testing Coordinator, providing critical support in test planning, execution, and quality assurance to ensure seamless operations and compliance with testing protocols.
- Collaborated with the Advanced Academic Coordinator to assess student placement and determine academic pathways.
- Organized and coordinated Advanced Academic Night, providing parents with essential information about the program.
- Partnered with the first-grade team to design and implement interdisciplinary units that integrated multiple subjects, fostering deeper student understanding. Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs within ISDM classrooms
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, utilized positive reinforcement systems and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Special Education Department Chair
Catonsville High, Baltimore County Public Schools
07.2018 - Current
- Coordinated resources required to meet needs of 179 students and 15 instructors, 10 para educators and 12 Additional Adults
- Coordinated special education services through frequent principal collaboration and consultation
- Allocated special education staff and determined allotted number of classes
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance in accordance with Special Education services and CCEIS
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations including discipline and special education services
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills
- Served as Lead Teacher/Coordinator for Saturday School, implementing targeted interventions for at-risk seniors to support graduation success. Developed program schedules, recruited and managed teaching staff, oversaw payroll, and maintained clear communication with parents to ensure student progress.
- Observed and analyzed lesson data to provide consistent support to empower teachers to positively influence student successes
- Individualized support was provided with focus on four domains of professional practice as outlined in BCPS Framework for Teaching and reflected in the BCPS teacher evaluation
- Provided staff support by assisting with the implementation of intervention plans. Conducted informal observations and delivered constructive instructional feedback during pre- and post-observation meetings to enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Active member of the Behavioral Threat Assessment Team
Special Education Department Chair
Woodlawn High, Baltimore County Public Schools
07.2014 - 06.2018
- Organized and allocated resources required to meet needs of 220 students and 18 instructors, 12 para educators and 10 additional adults
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills
- Analyzed data and conducted needs assessment in order to drive instruction and implement change within the department
- Supported the testing coordinator by identifying students, testing accommodations and administrators
- Co-chaired the PBIS team, developing and implementing school-wide positive behavior protocols and reward systems. Designed intervention protocols for chronically absent students and facilitated communication with staff and parents. Led the Check-In/Check-Out program to support student accountability and success. Presented PBIS strategies and implementation plans to educators at conferences in Chicago and San Francisco.
- Represented educational program at meetings and conferences to serve as equity liaison and create interventions within the school
- Collaborated with PPW, Counseling Chair, Psychologist, and administration to develop tiered supports for attendance concern
- Active member of the SST team and discipline committee
- Supported the Master Scheduler by designing the Special Education portion of the schedule
- Bridge-site Coordinator
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration
- Recognized as a model co-teaching pair for BCPS
Special Educator
Baltimore County Public Schools
09.2009 - 05.2012
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom setting.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to monitor student progress and refine instructional methods accordingly.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
Education
Admin 1 Certification - Education
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD05.2023
Master of Arts - Special Education, Elementary Education
St. John Fisher College
Rochester, NY05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
St. John Fisher College
Rochester, NY05-2002
Skills
- Educational Strategies
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Rapport-Building with all stakeholders
- Data Analysis
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- IEP Development and Implementation
Timeline
ISDM Teacher
Baltimore County Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
Special Education Department Chair
Catonsville High, Baltimore County Public Schools
07.2018 - Current
Special Education Department Chair
Woodlawn High, Baltimore County Public Schools
07.2014 - 06.2018
Special Educator
Baltimore County Public Schools
09.2009 - 05.2012
Master of Arts - Special Education, Elementary Education
St. John Fisher College
Admin 1 Certification - Education
Morgan State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
St. John Fisher College
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