Highly qualified Core Content Teacher with 10+ years of experience teaching elementary and middle school ELA, Math, Science and Social Studies in GT, General Education and Resource/Inclusion classrooms. Generates student enthusiasm for learning through individual connections and motivators. Empowers students through interactive learning, offering fun and educational lessons and exciting opportunities for academic and social and emotional growth.
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Christine Jasek
Spring,Texas
Summary
Overview
10
years of professional experience
1
Certificate
Work History
School Of Science And Technology
Special Education Case Manager
09.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with external agencies to meet educational and transitional needs of students.
- Developed positive relationships with parents to foster communication and encourage involvement for student growth.
- Participated in professional growth programs to support special education improvement efforts.
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Scheduled and taught in class and online courses to increase learning opportunities.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
Klein Intermediate
6th Grade Science Teacher and Team Lead
01.2019 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Used technology regularly in daily lessons and encouraged use by students to enhance learning experience and keep up with current trends.
- Instructed enlightening science classes according to formulated plans and outlines and modified as necessary to achieve learning objectives.
- Developed learning activities and deployed differentiated science instruction to address various types of learners.
- Identified pupil needs and cooperated with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students resolve health, attitude and learning problems.
- Maintained discipline and order in classroom to enable productive instruction and counseled students and parents on learning and discipline problems.
- Planned, prepared and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Provided student academic support outside class time to improve learning and performance.
Three Oaks Academy
1st and 6th Grade General Education Teacher
08.2018 - 06.2019
Job overview
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
- Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
- Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
- Recommended curriculum choices and created lesson plans to maximize effectiveness of instruction.
- Monitored each student's progress and revamped strategies to maximize success.
- Helped students develop lifelong skills to support vocational goals such as diligence, attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Maintained current knowledge of instructional techniques and available resources.
- Sourced materials to use in instruction and projects by reaching out to administrators and community.
Eastside Intermediate School
6th Grade Science and Social Studies Teacher
08.2017 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Promoted science fair by utilizing time before and after school, encouraging students frequently, and generating lists of ideas for science projects to increase participation to 100%
- Managed students' behavior to ensure a safe, productive environment for all students
- Achieved a 61% increase in lowest TEKS
- Created social studies and science-based lesson plans and assignments based on curriculum to meet state requirements and school policies
- Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
- Encouraged consistent classroom attendance and managed student behavior using constructive criticism.
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate science and social studies topics.
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Planned, prepared and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
Tomball Independent School District
Special Education Instructional Assistant
04.2015 - 08.2017
Job overview
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
- Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Administered standardized assessments with strict requirements and documented information in permanent records.
Education
Texas Tech University Health Sciences CenterLubbock, TX
Master of Science from Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
01.2019
University Overview
University of PhoenixPhoenix, AZ
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
09.2014
University Overview
Skills
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Educational Material Development
- Organization, Lesson Planning and Preparation
- Student Performance Evaluation
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Instructional Strategies
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- Facilitating Online Learning
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Student Progress Reporting
- Staff Development
- Learning Styles
Certification
EC-6 All Content Areas
K-12 Special Education
Licensed Notary
Microsoft Excel Advanced Certification
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Certification
Child Psychology Certification
Certified Life Coach
Timeline
Special Education Case Manager
School Of Science And Technology
09.2022 - Current
6th Grade Science Teacher and Team Lead
Klein Intermediate
01.2019 - 06.2022
1st and 6th Grade General Education Teacher
Three Oaks Academy
08.2018 - 06.2019
6th Grade Science and Social Studies Teacher
Eastside Intermediate School
08.2017 - 06.2018
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Tomball Independent School District
04.2015 - 08.2017
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Master of Science from Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
Publications
Publications
Engage, Connect, and Revive Your Teaching by C.M. Jasek ISBN-9798374634433
Contributing Author to Expecting a Miracle by Kara Powell ISBN-10: 1477140913
Contributing Author to Mom’s Night Out by Rachel Hamman (credited as Christine McLeroy) ISBN-10: 0979969700
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