April Ramer
Jonesboro
Summary
Results-driven educator with expertise in data driven curriculum development, differentiation strategies, and student assessment. Successfully designed enrichment programs for advanced learners, enhancing their educational experience and fostering critical thinking skills. Successfully implemented math extension programs to improve student performance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acceleration Coach
Jonesboro Public Schools
Jonesboro
07.2021 - Current
- Designed and implemented enrichment programs for advanced students.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify gifted students' needs.
- Developed curriculum materials tailored for high-achieving learners.
- Facilitated workshops to train educators on differentiation strategies.
- Assessed student performance using various evaluation tools and methods.
- Organized extracurricular activities to promote critical thinking skills.
- Advised colleagues on best practices in teaching gifted students.
- Expanded, enriched, and accelerated district curriculum as appropriate for advanced learners.
- Developed and implemented math extension groups to accelerate students in mathematics.
4th Grade Math Teacher
Jonesboro Public Schools
Jonesboro
08.2013 - 06.2021
- Developed engaging math lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and teaching strategies.
- Implemented hands-on activities to promote student understanding of mathematical concepts.
- Assessed student progress through regular quizzes and performance evaluations.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and teamwork.
- Utilized educational technology tools to support interactive learning experiences.
- Provided individualized support for students needing additional help with math skills.
- Provided individualized instruction to support struggling learners in mathematics.
- Utilized a variety of instructional strategies, including project-based learning, to engage students in math concepts.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as Math Olympics and Math Clubs.
Education
Master of Science - Gifted And Talented Education
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05-2013
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Differentiation strategies
- Student assessment
- Educational technology
- Math enrichment programs
- Collaborative teaching
- Classroom management
- Professional development
- Team leadership
- Critical thinking
- Building relationships
Certification
Early Childhood Education Standard PK - 4 1/1/2023 12/31/2027
Middle School Math Standard 4 - 8 12/1/2025 12/31/2027
Gifted & Talented Standard K - 12 1/1/2023 12/31/2027
Middle School Math Standard 4 - 8 12/1/2025 12/31/2027
Gifted & Talented Standard K - 12 1/1/2023 12/31/2027
Accomplishments
Teacher of the Year - 2016
Top Cane - 2018
Robotics Coach of the Year - 2019, 2022
Top Cane - 2018
Robotics Coach of the Year - 2019, 2022
Affiliations
VEX IQ Robotics Coach - 2019-present
Timeline
Acceleration Coach
Jonesboro Public Schools
07.2021 - Current
4th Grade Math Teacher
Jonesboro Public Schools
08.2013 - 06.2021
Master of Science - Gifted And Talented Education
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Arkansas State University