Jennifer Sobel

6430 N. Tierra De Las Catalinas Apt. #108

Tucson, Arizona, 85718
520.275.0907
jasobel@email.arizona.edu

EDUCATION

The University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona Summer 2017

M.A. in Special Education
Mild-Moderate Disabilities

The University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona December 2011

B.S. in Special Education and Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation Emphasis
Magna Cum Laude, GPA 3.70

EXPERIENCE

Cragin Elementary School August 2016-May 2017

Student Teacher, Tucson, AZ
Developed and taught weekly lesson plans
Collaborated with paraprofessionals about students needs
Assigned roles to paraprofessionals
Facilitated IEP meetings
Collected and recorded data on student progress
Effectively communicated with parents and other school professionals

Manzanita Elementary School August 2014-May 2016

Special Education Paraprofessional, Tucson, Arizona
Supported students with special needs in their least restrictive environment
Implemented lesson and behavior plans and maintained reinforcement programs as
assigned by the special education teacher
Modified lessons, instructional materials, assignments, quizzes and tests for students
accessibility and comprehension
Assisted with personal and physical needs of students
Used a variety of methods, such as assistive technology and pictures, to assist students in
developing functional communication skills
Communicated with the special education teacher and general education teachers about
students progress and goals
ACES October 2012-April 2014
Behavior Interventionist, Orange County, California
Provided intensive behavioral instruction to children with autism in the home, community
and school settings
Utilized the practices and principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and other teaching
methodologies to maximize individual potential
Assisted children with developing self-help, social and communication skills
Encouraged appropriate behavior by using the reinforcement hierarchy
Collected and recorded sufficient data
Communicated effectively with supervisors, other behavior interventionists, parents and
teachers

Project Insight January 2012-August 2012

Attendant Care/Respite Provider, Tucson, Arizona
Provided personal care, including toileting, bathing, dressing, brushing teeth, meal
preparation, and feeding, to individuals with developmental disabilities
Encouraged and worked with individuals to improve life skills and promote
independence
Ensured the health and safety of clients
Demonstrated reliable and flexible care

Tucson Jewish Community Center Summer 2009-2011

Advocate for Children with Special Needs, Tucson, Arizona
Provided individualized support to children with various disabilities at an inclusive
summer program
Helped children engage appropriately in social activities
Developed behavior management plans and charted daily goals
Promoted the facilitation of communication
Implemented accommodations and modifications
Ensured smooth transitions between activities

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Children's Clinic January-May 2011

Childcare Volunteer, Tucson, Arizona
Engaged children with various disabilities in art projects and games in a medical
environment
Effectively communicated with staff and patients family members
Organized and filed medical documents
Tucson Jewish Community Center August-November 2010
Social Club Volunteer Support Worker, Tucson, Arizona
Accompanied young adults with special needs on field trips throughout the community
Encouraged socializing and relationship-building skills

SKILLS

Teaching: Proficient in Applied Behavior Analysis, technology integration, manipulatives,

multi-sensory teaching, Individualized Education Programs, and functional behavior
assessments
Professional: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to multitask and
prioritize effectively, creative, problem solving, and attentive to detail and confidentiality
policies
Computers: MS Office
Certifications: First Aid, CPR, Article IX