Jennifer Christy
Sullivan
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Sullivan High School, excelling in instructional leadership and policy compliance. Expert in program management and community engagement, I have successfully enhanced student outcomes and fostered staff development through innovative practices and data-driven decision-making. Committed to ethical leadership and postsecondary planning for diverse learners.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transition & 504 Coordinator / Special Education Teacher
Sullivan High School
Sullivan
05.2024 - Current
- Coordinated services for transitions and ensured Section 504 compliance throughout processes.
- Conducted professional development sessions on inclusive instructional practices and compliance standards.
- Enhanced instructional decision-making by monitoring student outcomes effectively
- Worked collaboratively with teachers, counselors, and families to craft educational plans.
Special Education Teacher
St. Clair Junior High
St. Clair
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student progress effectively.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive classroom environments.
- Adapted instructional materials to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
- Organized field trips or community experiences to enhance learning opportunities for special education students.
Special Education Department Chair
Moberly High School
Moberly
01.2019 - 12.2023
- Supervised departmental compliance and instructional implementation
- Established high school transition program
- Assisted administration with discipline and supervision
- Served on hiring committees and staff mentoring
- Led professional development and onboarding of new teachers
Special Education Teacher
Brookfield R-4 High School
Brookfield
08.2014 - 05.2019
- Directed school-wide Post-Secondary Success Team to enhance student achievement and career readiness.
- Contributed to the Leadership Team for the Sources of Strength Suicide Prevention Program, fostering resilience and mental health awareness.
- Facilitated professional development workshops to refine teaching strategies and improve educator effectiveness.
- Assessed student performance and delivered constructive feedback to parents for continuous improvement.
Director of Special Services
Atlanta C-3 School District
Atlanta
01.2012 - 12.2014
- Directed district special education programs and IDEA compliance
- Supervised staff and coordinated related services
- Managed budgets and secured grant funding
- Led district-wide program improvement initiatives
- Served as Missouri Transition Coalition Regional Liaison
SPED Teacher/Administrative Internship Experience
Bevier C-4 School District
Bevier
08.2008 - 05.2012
- Obtained funding from School Improvement Grant to enhance literacy programs.
- Facilitated data analysis, staff management, and leadership in professional development for principal.
- Interned with principal and superintendent, acquiring experience in policy implementation and administration.
- Developed equitable instructional designs to address needs of diverse student populations.
Special Services Instructor
Keytesville R-III School District
Keytesville
Education
Specialist in Education - Educational Administration
William Woods University
Fulton, MO05-2013
Masters in Education - Administration & Special Education Director
William Woods University
Fulton12-2011
Bachelor in Education - Elementary Education
Central Methodist University
Fayette12-2006
Associate of Arts -
Moberly Area Community College
Moberly, MO12-2004
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Policy compliance
- Staff development
- Data analysis
- Postsecondary planning
- Program management
- Community engagement
- Ethical leadership
Leadership Strengths
- Instructional leadership
- Compliance and policy implementation
- Staff development and mentoring
- Data analysis and decision-making
- Transition and postsecondary planning
- Program management
- Family and community engagement
- Ethical leadership and professionalism
Certification
- Building-Level Administrator (K–12), Missouri, 12/31/29
- Special Education Director Certification, 12/31/29
- Cross-Categorical Special Education (K–12)
- Elementary Education (Grades 1–6)
Awards
- Educator of the Year Nominee, 2024
- Outstanding Teacher Award, 2021
- Teacher of the Month Recognition, Multiple years
Additional Teaching And Leadership Roles
- Special Education Teacher, St. Clair Junior High
- Special Education Teacher, Brookfield R-4 High School
- Administrative Internship Experience, Bevier C-4 School District
- Special Services Instructor, Keytesville R-III School District
Leadership Experience
- Transition & 504 Coordinator / Special Education Teacher, Sullivan High School, 01/01/24, Present, Coordinate transition services and Section 504 compliance systems, Lead multidisciplinary teams in data-driven student planning, Provide professional development on inclusive instruction and compliance, Collaborate with families, agencies, and staff to align supports, Support instructional decision-making and student outcome monitoring
- Special Education Department Chair, Moberly High School, 01/01/19, 12/31/23, Supervised departmental compliance and instructional implementation, Established high school transition program, Assisted administration with discipline and supervision, Served on hiring committees and staff mentoring, Led professional development and onboarding of new teachers
- Director of Special Services, Atlanta C-3 School District, 01/01/12, 12/31/14, Directed district special education programs and IDEA compliance, Supervised staff and coordinated related services, Managed budgets and secured grant funding, Led district-wide program improvement initiatives, Served as Missouri Transition Coalition Regional Liaison
Accomplishments
Sullivan Area Chambers of Commerce Educator of the Year Nominee 2024
Moberly High School Northeast MSTA Teacher of the Year Nominee 2022 & 2023
Moberly High School Optimist Club’s Outstanding Teacher Award 2021
Brookfield High School Teacher of the Month, October 2016 & February 2017
Moberly High School Northeast MSTA Teacher of the Year Nominee 2022 & 2023
Moberly High School Optimist Club’s Outstanding Teacher Award 2021
Brookfield High School Teacher of the Month, October 2016 & February 2017
Timeline
Transition & 504 Coordinator / Special Education Teacher
Sullivan High School
05.2024 - Current
Special Education Teacher
St. Clair Junior High
08.2023 - 05.2024
Special Education Department Chair
Moberly High School
01.2019 - 12.2023
Special Education Teacher
Brookfield R-4 High School
08.2014 - 05.2019
Director of Special Services
Atlanta C-3 School District
01.2012 - 12.2014
SPED Teacher/Administrative Internship Experience
Bevier C-4 School District
08.2008 - 05.2012
Special Services Instructor
Keytesville R-III School District
Specialist in Education - Educational Administration
William Woods University
Masters in Education - Administration & Special Education Director
William Woods University
Bachelor in Education - Elementary Education
Central Methodist University
Associate of Arts -
Moberly Area Community College