Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
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Becklee Jill Elliott

Amarillo,TX

Summary

Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

5th Social Studies US History)Teacher

Bushland ISD
08.2013 - Current
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
  • Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
  • Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.

3/4th Grade Reading Teacher

Bushland ISD
08.2013 - Current
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.

4/5/6th Grade ELAR Teacher

Wildorado ISD
08.2012 - 05.2013
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
  • Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.

4th Grade Reading Teacher

Lubbock ISD
09.1995 - 05.1996
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.

1st Grade Teacher

Amarillo ISD
08.1993 - 05.1995
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Reading

West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX
05.1993

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Parent Relations
  • Effective Listening
  • Behavior Modification Techniques
  • Social-Emotional Learning Training(Conscious Discipline)
  • Reading Academy
  • Strong English Language skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Positive Learning Environment

Timeline

5th Social Studies US History)Teacher

Bushland ISD
08.2013 - Current

3/4th Grade Reading Teacher

Bushland ISD
08.2013 - Current

4/5/6th Grade ELAR Teacher

Wildorado ISD
08.2012 - 05.2013

4th Grade Reading Teacher

Lubbock ISD
09.1995 - 05.1996

1st Grade Teacher

Amarillo ISD
08.1993 - 05.1995

Bachelor of Science - Reading

West Texas A&M University
Becklee Jill Elliott