Carey Jones
Walsenburg,CO
Summary
Dedicated educator with effective classroom management and strong student engagement skills. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment through differentiated instruction and open parent-teacher communication.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Walsenburg Jr Sr High School
07.2015 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and curriculum objectives.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to enhance student learning and accommodate varying learning styles.
- Facilitated classroom management techniques to promote a positive and productive learning environment.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Mentored new teachers, offering guidance on best practices and classroom management strategies.
- Integrated technology into the classroom to enhance instruction and student engagement effectively.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that foster critical thinking and teamwork skills.
Teacher
Corwin International Magnet School
07.2005 - 06.2015
- Organized extracurricular activities that enrich students' educational experiences and promote community involvement.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
The University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO12-2026
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Southwest Texas State
San Marcos, TX12-1986
Skills
- Effective classroom management
- Effective relationship management
- Analytical reasoning
- Curriculum development
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom instruction
Accomplishments
- Won “Teacher of the Month” award at Walsenburg Jr Sr High School in 2021 and 2025
Certification
- Certified Kagan Cooperative Learning Coach in 2012
- Certified Document Based Question Trainer in 2013
- Certified Language Arts Teacher 2004-2026
Timeline
Teacher
Walsenburg Jr Sr High School
07.2015 - Current
Teacher
Corwin International Magnet School
07.2005 - 06.2015
Master of Arts - Special Education
The University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Southwest Texas State
Teacher of the Month (2)
I was honored as Teacher of the month twice under two different Principals. The first award was given in 2021, and the next was last year.