Hollie James
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Creative and detail-oriented educator with 8+ years of experience designing and implementing innovative, research-based curriculum in early childhood education. Adept at aligning instruction with state standards, integrating project-based and dual-language strategies, and using assessment data to drive curriculum refinement. Recognized for excellence in communication, leadership, and a passion for student-centered learning. Eager to transition into a new career role to support impactful teaching beyond the classroom.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
Academy of Classical Christian Studies
Edmond, OK
07.2024 - Current
- Encouraged students to set individual goals and strive for academic excellence.
- Instructed small groups of students in remedial or enrichment activities according to their individual needs.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Participated in parent teacher conferences to discuss student progress and behavior issues.
- Monitored student behavior and implemented interventions when necessary.
- Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of all students in a second grade classroom.
PreK Teacher
Santa Fe South Charter Schools
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Designed engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum for PreK aligned with state standards and emergent learning theories.
- Applied Reggio Emilia practices to create inquiry-based lesson frameworks.
- Integrated culturally responsive practices for bilingual learners in collaboration with ESL specialists.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Planned and implemented data driven lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
First Grade Teacher
Oklahoma City Public Schools
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Co-designed interdisciplinary units integrating ELA, math, science, and social studies.
- Developed project-based curriculum on environmental education, ocean life, and animal studies.
- Created interactive writing modules using Project GLAD strategies.
- Aligned lesson materials with state benchmarks and adjusted based on NWEA testing and formative assessment data.
- Connected students to the community through Girls on the Run coaching.
First Grade Teacher
Norman Public Schools
Norman, OK
08.2016 - 05.2020
- Constructed thematic units around space, ocean life, and dinosaurs; scaffolded lessons for research-based student presentations.
- Regularly revised curriculum based on student performance analytics and feedback.
- Led professional development and discussions on interactive writing and it's relation to project based learning.
Education
Master of Education - Early Childhood Education
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OKBachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OKSkills
- Standards-Based Lesson Planning
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Project-Based Learning
- Dual Language & Bilingual Instruction
- Instructional Material Creation
- Early Childhood Pedagogy
- Professional Development Facilitation
- Research & Academic Writing
Affiliations
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
Certification
Oklahoma Educator Certification, Early Childhood Education, 06/30/26
Professional Development Presentations
- Building Knowledge through Block Play, UCO Advanced Program Candidates, 2018
- Interactive Writing & Project-Based Learning, Norman Public Schools PD, 2019
- Play-Based Learning & Reggio Emilia, UCO Early Childhood Courses, 2019
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
Academy of Classical Christian Studies
07.2024 - Current
PreK Teacher
Santa Fe South Charter Schools
08.2023 - 05.2024
First Grade Teacher
Oklahoma City Public Schools
08.2020 - 05.2023
First Grade Teacher
Norman Public Schools
08.2016 - 05.2020
Master of Education - Early Childhood Education
University of Central Oklahoma
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Central Oklahoma
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