Jason Smith, Ph.D. Email & Phone Number

Mars, Pennsylvania, United States

Natrona Heights, Pa

Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania, United States

I honed my passion for and expertise in classroom instruction as a teacher designing curricula to guide dynamic lessons that promote intellectual and social emotional growth among my students, including those with special needs. I measured performance through formal assessments and daily classroom contributions and met with staff and parents to review student progress and identify opportunities for additional support. I contributed to campus and district success by spearheading school program coordination, individual education plan (IEP) administration, and staff training and development.Examples of my achievements in this position include:• Improved district staff and faculty capacity to develop and implement instruction using co-teaching, positive behavior support plans, and multi-tiered systems of support.• Contributed to campus-wide and success by serving as Science Fair Director and member of School Leadership, School Improvement, and Curriculum Development and Implementation committees.

Mars, Pa

As a dedicated educational instructor and program coordinator, I fostered safe and structured learning environments for students in grades K-12 by researching and designing curricular content based on comprehensive behavior management best practices. I conducted professional development workshops to present new strategies and provide skill-building practice for educational staff. I assessed student strengths and needs to design individualized support plans and differentiated instruction. I employed my keen communication and facilitation skills in working with teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure students' access to quality instruction and materials, individualized learning plans, and ongoing support.Examples of my achievements in this position include:• Accepted promotion from Special Education/Emotional Support Teacher in March 2020 based on exceptional leadership skills and contributions to student and program success.• Established school-wide positive behavior support initiative, leading to improved performance and experiences across students and faculty.• Maximized program efficiency by administering day-to-day operations alongside education director.• Increased educators' knowledge and skills in areas of behavior management goal setting, crisis intervention, and classroom strategies.• Enhanced planning, instruction, and content competency as well as comfort and confidence of new teachers while serving as mentor teacher.

Bachelors/Masters, Elementary And Special Education

Doctor Of Philosophy - Ph.D., Education Adult And Post-Secondary

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Education

Specialization in Post-Secondary and Adult Education

Master'S Degree, Special Education And Teaching

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Elementary Education And Teaching