Colleen Jasperse
Brick,NJ
Summary
Dynamic educator with proven expertise in fostering student engagement and enhancing learning outcomes, demonstrated across roles at Holmdel School District and St. Catharine's School. Excelled in organizational management and verbal communication, significantly improving classroom environments and student-teacher relationships. Skilled in multitasking and prioritization, adept at driving educational excellence and innovation.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher, Grade 6
Holmdel School District
09.1999 - 06.2024
- 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.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
Teacher Grades 2.3.and 4
St. Catharine's School
09.1985 - 06.1999
- 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.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Marygrove College
Detroit, MI05-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Glassboro State College
Glassboro, NJ05-1985
Skills
- Organization
- Verbal and written communication
- Keyboarding skills
- Inter-office communications
- Office correspondence
- Prioritization and time management
- Phone reception
- Multitasking Abilities
- Customer relations and communications
- Reliability
- Organizational Management
- Professionalism
Timeline
Teacher, Grade 6
Holmdel School District
09.1999 - 06.2024
Teacher Grades 2.3.and 4
St. Catharine's School
09.1985 - 06.1999
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Marygrove College
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Glassboro State College
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