Amy Vaughan-Jones
Mocksville
Summary
Dedicated educator with expertise in individualized education plans, behavioral intervention strategies, and functional behavioral assessments. Proven ability to foster inclusive learning environments that enhance student growth and achievement. Strong skills in assistive technology integration and ensuring compliance in special education.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Exceptional Children's Teacher
Davie County Schools
Mocksville
08.2025 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Implemented engaging lesson plans to facilitate student participation and understanding.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student academic growth.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted teaching strategies as needed.
- Utilized assistive technology to enhance learning experiences for exceptional children.
- Conducted assessments to identify students' strengths and weaknesses in learning.
- Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Designed and delivered personalized learning for each student and advocated for student inclusion and success in general education environments.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
- Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities.
- Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Enhanced students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills through hands-on activities.
- Offered counseling to students and parents to increase personal growth, self-understanding and behavioral management.
Educator Handbook Assistant
Davie County Schools
Mocksville
08.2016 - Current
- Offered assistance to New Staff to log in and get started with the program to help gather behavioral data.
- Offered assistance to Staff who may need help on how to navigate the program or how to input data or extract data.
Behavior Specialist
Davie County Schools
Mocksville
08.2012 - 08.2025
- Developed and implemented behavior intervention plans for students with diverse needs.
- Collaborated with educators to create supportive classroom environments for all learners.
- Conducted assessments to identify student behavior patterns and triggers.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on effective behavior management techniques.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions as necessary.
- Communicated with parents to discuss student behavior and strategies for support.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to address student needs collaboratively.
- Maintained detailed documentation of student behavior interventions and outcomes.
- Provided crisis management support for students exhibiting challenging behaviors in school settings.
- Served as a liaison between schools and community agencies related to mental health services for youth with challenging behaviors.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss student progress, develop recommendations, and collaborate on educational decisions.
- Worked directly with students and discussed behavioral goals and implementation of behavior intervention programs.
- Collected data via direct student observation and consultation with classroom teachers regarding student behaviors.
- Developed social skills instruction plans for students who exhibit difficulty developing appropriate peer relationships.
- Created positive learning environments by utilizing evidence-based practices such as Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports.
- Presented student behavioral data during IEP meetings to determine plan changes and progress.
- Conducted Functional Behavioral Assessments, developed Behavior Intervention Plans, and monitored student progress in meeting IEP goals.
- Attended professional development workshops related to best practices in working with special needs populations.
- Maintained open communication with all stakeholders involved in a student's care plan in order to promote consistency across all settings.
- Supported parents by providing guidance on how they can reinforce desired behaviors at home.
- Provided individual and group behavior intervention services to students with disabilities.
- Engaged families through culturally sensitive outreach efforts designed to build trust and foster collaboration between schools and homes.
- Led group meetings with teachers to drive development of effective behavioral skills and systems.
- Advised teachers on how they can modify instructional strategies based on an individual student's strengths and weaknesses.
- Created and administered questionnaires to identify development needs and individualized strategies to meet goals.
- Developed visual supports and other tools to aid in behavior modification.
- Implemented behavior modification programs to reduce undesirable behaviors.
- Designed and delivered workshops on behavior management techniques.
- Coordinated with schools to implement behavior support plans in educational environments.
- Advocated for clients in educational and community settings to ensure accommodation of needs.
- Analyzed behavioral data to adjust intervention strategies for optimal outcomes.
- Monitored and recorded client progress towards behavioral goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive treatment plans.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation in compliance with ethical standards.
- Advised on the development of positive behavior support systems within organizations.
- Enhanced students' physical, behavioral and social skills through class activities.
- Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
- Enhanced students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills through hands-on activities.
- Defined and communicated rules and enforced through approved disciplinary methods.
- Offered counseling to students and parents to increase personal growth, self-understanding and behavioral management.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Designed and delivered personalized learning for each student and advocated for student inclusion and success in general education environments.
- Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
- Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities.
- Cultivated a classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
PBIS State Trainer
Davie CountySchools
Mocksville
08.2014 - 06.2022
- Mentored new instructors on teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Organized professional development workshops for staff to enhance teaching practices.
- Adapted teaching methods based on the physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities of students.
Education
Master of Arts - Education (Special Education- Behavior)
University of North Carolina Greensboro
Greensboro, NC12-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Political Science
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC05-1981
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Special education compliance
- Behavioral intervention strategies
- Assistive technology integration
- Assessment techniques
- Data analysis
- Classroom management
Certification
- Professional Educator's License NCDPI
- Exceptional Children: General Curriculum (k-12) NCPDI
- Behaviorally and Emotionally Disabled K-12 NCDPI
- PBIS State Trainer NCDPI
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Course
Timeline
Exceptional Children's Teacher
Davie County Schools
08.2025 - Current
Educator Handbook Assistant
Davie County Schools
08.2016 - Current
PBIS State Trainer
Davie CountySchools
08.2014 - 06.2022
Behavior Specialist
Davie County Schools
08.2012 - 08.2025
Master of Arts - Education (Special Education- Behavior)
University of North Carolina Greensboro
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Political Science
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill