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Jessica Claire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK
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Links
  • https://JessicaClaire.wixsite.com/thirdgrade
Professional Summary

Skilled elementary teacher with 10 years of teaching experience in grades 3- 5 seeking an intermediate elementary teaching position. Well versed in evidence-based literacy strategies and in developing and implementing integrated curricula. Committed to providing students with the necessary tools to achieve academic goals, instilling a love of learning and cooperative teamwork. Adept in the application of excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Teaching Experience
07/2017 to Current
Teacher - 4th & 5th Grade Devereux Westminster, CO,
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and modeled lifelong love of learning and reading
  • Fostered oral language development and critical thinking skills during literary discussions
  • Incorporated multiple evidence-based teaching strategies including Reciprocal Teaching, PALS, and Socratic Seminar
  • Planned and implemented integrated Literacy and Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards in both departmentalized and team-teaching setting serving 45-90 students
  • Applied progressive teaching principles, consistently meeting or exceeding student growth projections
  • Collaborated closely with peers; demonstrated sharing of research and resources to create cross-curricular lessons
  • Communicated frequently with parents and students to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies for continued growth
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies (PBIS)
  • Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences and teacher training workshops
  • High-energy, clear communicator accomplished in presenting in front of peers and representing organization
09/2013 to 05/2016
Teacher - 3rd Grade, 5th Grade New Naschitti Elementary School Shiprock, NM,
  • Implemented standards-based instruction in all subject areas within IB Units of Study
  • Coordinated and implemented grade-level FLEX TIME learning program 4 days/week based on instructional strengths/needs (based on EIP and MAP scores)
  • Incorporated the use of digital student portfolios (SeeSaw) & class website https://JessicaClaire.wixsite.com/thirdgrade
  • Collaborated with peers in restructuring (horizontal/vertical curriculum alignment) IB Units of Study
  • Experienced in RTI, and 504, IEP procedures and implementation
  • Developed rapport with students and families, building a positive classroom community
  • Facilitated student-led conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals
08/2013 to 08/2014
Substitute Teacher Savannah Chatham County Public School System City, STATE,
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher for K-8 classrooms by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance, leading to long-term maternity leave position and then full-time position within district
01/1994 to 06/1998
Teacher - 3rd Grade Lincoln Heights Elementary City, STATE,
  • Served on Curriculum Development Committee 1995 - 1998
  • Worked with administration/faculty in restructuring turnaround school as Governor’s Entrepreneurial School (modeled on small class size & elective offerings)
  • Developed and facilitated elective classes (News Broadcasting & Wetlands Science Lab)
  • Implemented and maintained Portfolio Assessments on all students
Skills
  • Student-centered learning
  • Expertise in evidence-based literacy best practices
  • Thrives on teamwork and collaboration
  • Self-motivated professional learner
  • Effective classroom management
  • Inquiry-based learning (International Baccalaureate and STEAM training)
  • Arts Integration Training (smArt Literacy Project)
  • Creative curriculum development and technology integration
  • Strong written and verbal communicator
Education
Expected in 12/2020 to to
M.Ed. in Reading Instruction:
University of West Georgia - Carrollton, GA
GPA:
Expected in 12/1994 to to
Elementary Education Certification: K-6
Meredith College - Raleigh, NC,
GPA:
  • Dean's List - Graduated with 4.0 GPA
Expected in 05/1991 to to
Bachelor of Science: Recreation & Event Planning
Pennsylvania State University - University Park, PA
GPA:
  • Dean’s List
  • College of Health & Human Development Student Achievement Award 1991GPA
Certifications
  • Elementary Education (P-5) - Certificate # 1325550
  • Gifted In-Field Endorsement
Accomplishments
  • K-5 Literacy Leader (nominated for 2019-2020 District Curriculum Design Team)
  • School Leadership Team (2018-2019)
  • STEAM Team (2018-2019)
  • SCCPSS Literacy Champion ~ Teacher leader in implementing & training colleagues in the district-wide Balanced Literacy Program
  • Data Team (2017 - 2018)
  • Awarded Three Technology Mini-Grants: 2014-2017 (24 Chromebooks; 1:1 classroom)
  • Honored with District Innovative Educator Technology Award (Spring 2016)
  • International Baccalaureate Training - Category 1 (IB philosophy and implementation) & Category 2 (focus on the delivery of the four IB programs of education)
  • Co-Leader ~ Quiz Bowl/4-5 Grade Book Club 2016 - 2019
  • Co-Leader ~ Science Olympiad Team 2016 - (regional gold medal team, state-level individual student medals awarded)

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School Attended

  • University of West Georgia
  • Meredith College
  • Pennsylvania State University

Job Titles Held:

  • Teacher - 4th & 5th Grade
  • Teacher - 3rd Grade, 5th Grade
  • Substitute Teacher
  • Teacher - 3rd Grade

Degrees

  • M.Ed. in Reading Instruction
  • Elementary Education Certification
  • Bachelor of Science

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