Colleen Jakubowski
@colleenjakubowski
Dedicated intervention specialist with 20+ years in special education and healthcare.
What I'm looking for
I am a compassionate intervention specialist with over 20 years of experience designing and delivering specially designed instruction, developing and monitoring IEPs, and providing behavior intervention and social-emotional support. I blend classroom expertise with clinical skills gained from roles in nursing and chiropractic support to create inclusive, student-centered learning environments that promote measurable progress.
My background includes UFLI-endorsed reading interventions, EMR documentation experience (Medent), and administrative coordination. I am collaborative, organized, and committed to problem solving alongside multidisciplinary teams to ensure positive outcomes for students and patients.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Intervention Specialist
Pasco County Schools
Aug 2024 - Present (1 year 7 months)
Deliver specialized instruction and UFLI-based reading interventions for students with diverse learning needs; develop and monitor IEPs and provide behavior support and social-emotional learning strategies.
Chiropractic Physicians Assistant
Family Chiropractic Center for Wellness
Nov 2022 - Jan 2024 (1 year 2 months)
Conducted patient vitals, assisted with X-rays, managed scheduling and front desk operations, and supported chiropractic care and wellness services to improve clinic efficiency and patient experience.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Kenmore Family Medicine
May 2018 - Aug 2020 (2 years 3 months)
Performed triage and clinical assessments, documented patient information in Medent EMR, and collaborated with the healthcare team to ensure quality patient care.
Special Education Teacher
Batavia City Schools
Sep 2015 - Nov 2015 (2 months)
Led a 6:1:1 4th grade classroom, developed curriculum and IEP goals, and applied instructional and motivational techniques to support student achievement.
Special Education Teacher
Stanley G. Falk School
Apr 1998 - Jun 2010 (12 years 2 months)
Taught in a 6:1:1 classroom, designed and implemented IEPs, and utilized diverse instructional strategies to meet individualized student needs over a 12-year tenure.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Sherman College
Chiropractic Physicians Assistant Program, Chiropractic Assistant Studies
Completed the Chiropractic Physicians Assistant Program with clinical and technical training in chiropractic support.
BOCES
Licensed Practical Nurse Program, Practical Nursing
2017 - 2018
Completed a Licensed Practical Nurse program with clinical training and coursework in patient care and triage.
SUNY Buffalo State College
Master's Degree in Special Education, Special Education
2000 - 2003
Activities and societies: Alpha Epsilon Phi Sorority – President, 1994
Earned a Master's Degree in Special Education with coursework and practicum focused on individualized instruction and IEP development.
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