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Steven V. Jones
5411 Barker Place
Lanham, MD 20706
US Phone: (+1301) 577-7748 Netherlands Cell Phone: (+31) 61666-9360
Email: educationjones@gmail.com
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Objective
To direct effective result-based educational programming reflective of student needs, learning styles, and interests.
Qualification Summary
• Six years experience as a teacher of English and Mathematics in special education settings with extensive
knowledge of assessment and curriculum scaffolding techniques.
• A passionate, instructor adept at establishing and maintaining a safe lively learning environment, eliciting
trust and effort from students.
• Particularly proficient in applying a broad array of resources and ideas to bridge concepts to meet students
learning styles and practicing collaborative techniques.
Professional Experience
July 2009 - January 2010 English Teacher Intercultura, Heredia, Costa Rica
Reporting to: English Department Director
Responsibilities:
• Planned and delivered engrossing Introduction, Intermediate, through
Advanced level English lessons using variety of teaching styles
• Assessed incoming student abilities to ensure proper placement
• Accurately completed all grading, progress and attendance documentation
February 2004-June 2009 Special Education Instructor, Rock Creek Academy, Washington, DC
Reporting to: High School Program Director
Responsibilities:
• To provide a safe and invigorating learning environment
• Executed the Individual Educational Program of each student
• To initiate and convey clearly defined academic and behavioral
objectives/expectations
• Collected data to track progress to write more effective objectives
August 2002-February 2004 Guidance Counselor, Rock Creek Academy, Washington, DC
Reporting to: High School Program Director
Responsibilities:
• Counseled students regarding educational issues including course selections, study skills, and
career planning.
• Appraised needs for assistance such as rehabilitation, financial aid, additional vocational training,
refer clients to the appropriate services.
• Communicated with parents or guardians, teachers, and other counselors, to resolve student
academic behavioral issues.
• Compiled and disseminate all student attendance, progress, and grading documentation.

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Steven V. Jones
US Phone: (+1301) 577-7748 Netherlands Phone: (+31) 61666-9360
Email: educationjones@gmail.com
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August 2001-August 2002 Career Developer, Bell Multicultural Senior High School, Washington, DC
Reporting to: Career Department Director
Responsibilities:
• Conducted assessments of student needs, interests and strengths to recommend
job exploration experiences.
• Provided opportunities to apply knowledge from class activities in volunteer and
employment settings
• Maintained records of all career exploration activities in for over five-hundred
students
June 2000 - August 2001 School to Careers Counselor, Deal Junior High School, Washington, DC
Reporting to: Principal
Responsibilities:
• Acted as the liaison between the school and the local businesses to facilitate
partnerships and interactions
• Collaborated with instructors and administrators in the evaluation and revision
of secondary school programs
• Instructed students to complete learning style assessments and career
exploration practices.
June 1997-June 2000 Supervisor II, Central Fairfax Services, Annandale, VA
Reporting to: Community-Based Department Director
Responsibilities:
• Consulted and coordinated with interdisciplinary team members to assess, plan,
and implement client Individualized Life Plans.
• Managed a team of clients with various disabilities in an enclave and in other
community based work settings.
• Recorded data daily to produce and present quarterly and annual reports.
Education
2004 Masters of Arts Major: Bilingual Special Education; Specialization: Curriculum and
Instruction - The George Washington University, Washington, DC
1993 Bachelor of Arts Major: Psychology; Minor: African-American Studies; The College
of Wooster, Wooster, Ohio
1989 High School Diploma, The Field School, Washington, DC
Certifications
Certified in Instruction- Reading, Writing, and Mathematics (March 2004)
Certified in Instruction-Special Education (April 2004)
Certified in Instruction- English as a Second Language (April 2004)
Steven V. Jones

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US Phone: (+1301) 577-7748 Netherlands Phone: (+31) 61666-9360
Email: educationjones@gmail.com
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Professional Associations
Since 2010 National Association of Special Education Teachers
Since 2010 The Foundation for Critical Thinking
Research Writing Experience
Senior Independent Study, The College of Wooster, Wooster, Ohio (September 1992- May 1993)
Conducted research to study differences in self-esteem measure scores of students
educated in mainstream and multicultural settings.
Junior Independent Study, The College of Wooster, Wooster, Ohio (January 1992)
Conducted research of the effects of television viewing on children’s academic performance and self-
esteem.
Personal Data
Date of Birth: 13-10-1970 Age: 39 years old
Place of Birth: Washington, DC, United States Martial Status: Married
Visa Status: No Residence Permit Sex: Male
Number of Children: None Other:

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