Jennifer Reid
Peoria
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Resource Strategist with Peoria Unified School District, skilled in IEP development and transition planning. Proven ability to enhance student outcomes through effective collaboration and data-driven decision-making. Adept at instructional coaching, fostering team synergy, and ensuring compliance with IDEA requirements to support diverse learners.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Special Education Resource Strategist / Instructional Coach
Peoria Unified School District
Peoria
08.2014 - Current
- Support the development of high‑quality, compliant IEPs, including transition components aligned with IDEA and Arizona requirements.
- Serve as a support resource for high school teams during transition planning, particularly in high‑profile or complex situations involving family concerns and heightened sensitivity.
- Collaborated with administrators, teachers, and families to ensure appropriate services, documentation, and student-centered planning across grade levels.
- Coached and supported programs across multiple school sites through classroom observation, instructional modeling, and targeted follow-up for special education teachers and paraprofessionals.
- Analyzed data to inform decision-making for curriculum development.
Special Education Resource Teacher – K–8
Peoria Unified School District
Peoria
08.1997 - 05.2014
- Delivered targeted instruction and support to K–8 students with disabilities in resource setting, fostering individualized learning.
- Crafted and executed IEPs, integrating initial transition planning for students approaching age 14 to facilitate future success.
- Administered and interpreted career interest and transition assessments to support early self‑awareness and goal development.
- Partnered with families and school staff to enhance academic progress, skill development, and strategic long-term planning.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2007
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Arizona State University West
Glendale, AZ05-1997
Skills
- IEP development
- Special education laws
- Transition management
- Student progress tracking
- Documentation
- Instructional coaching
- Microsoft Office
- Collaboration
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
Transition Related Skills
- IDEA transition requirements
- Transition planning beginning at age 14
- Collaboration
- Documentation
- Data monitoring
- Microsoft Office
Accomplishments
2008 Pride of Peoria Winner
Certification
SEI ENDORSEMENT K12
Timeline
Special Education Resource Strategist / Instructional Coach
Peoria Unified School District
08.2014 - Current
Special Education Resource Teacher – K–8
Peoria Unified School District
08.1997 - 05.2014
Master of Arts - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Arizona State University West