Jessica Bariatakis
Dakota
Summary
Strategic educational leader with a career dedicated to fostering inclusive environments to ensure positive student outcomes. Knowledgeable in instructional coaching, behavioral health, and IDEA compliance. Proven track record in bridging the gap between general and special education through data-driven MTSS frameworks and trauma-informed practices. A collaborative team player focused on empowering others, ensuring regulatory compliance and building transparent parent partnerships that prioritize the "whole child."
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Strategist
Northwest AEA
07.2023 - Current
- Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with LEA and AEA personnel, parents, and
families to improve student outcomes. - Assist schools in adapting content, choosing methodology and delivering instruction to address the unique needs of students with disabilities.
- Support school districts in meeting diverse learner requirements via school improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with AEA and LEA staff to provide support to general education and special education personnel.
Special Education Teacher
Dakota Valley Community School District
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Teacher Consultant
Sioux City Community School District
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Modeled evidence-based strategies and provided one on one coaching to improve classroom instruction.
- Analyzed student assessment data to help teachers adjust instruction, set learning goals and implement targeted interventions.
- Supported new teachers with classroom management, curriculum, and district procedures.
Behavior Coach
Sioux City Community School District
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Partnered with IEP teams and families to help develop, implement, and monitor Behavior Intervention Plans
- Provided job-embedded coaching to teachers and paraprofessionals, modeling positive behavior supports and classroom management strategies.
- Collect and analyze behavioral data to determine the function of behavior and necessary interventions.
Education
Master of Science - Pre-K-12 Principal/Supervisor of Special Ed.
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA06-2026
Master of Arts - Special Education
Morningside College
Sioux City, IA06-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA12-2011
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Systems and Intervention
- Data Analysis
- Science of Reading
- Fostering Positive Environments
- Behavioral Expertise
Timeline
Special Education Strategist
Northwest AEA
07.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Dakota Valley Community School District
07.2022 - 06.2023
Teacher Consultant
Sioux City Community School District
07.2021 - 06.2022
Behavior Coach
Sioux City Community School District
07.2019 - 06.2021
Master of Science - Pre-K-12 Principal/Supervisor of Special Ed.
University of Northern Iowa
Master of Arts - Special Education
Morningside College
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Northern Iowa