Holly Michelle Jones
Bonita,CA
Summary
A highly motivated, hardworking and forward-thinking educator, who has experience working in educational settings. Focused on building connections with students to strengthen engagement and support students to reach their full potential. Knowledgeable about planning projects to diversify instruction, immerse students in subject material, and promote continuous skill-building. Responsible educator versed in educational, behavioral and administrative classroom practices. Recognized for upholding standards of classroom behavior and supporting teacher goals. Offers flexible approach to cover diverse classes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Chula Vista Elementary School District
BONITA, CA
06.2023 - Current
- Assessed students' progress and created reports for parents, administrators, and other teachers.
- Integrated variety of educational programs to develop strong academic foundation.
- Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos and class discussions.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
- Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders and speech problems.
- Empowered students with lessons on setting realistic goals and advocating for needs.
- Developed assessments to test student growth.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings and increase overall student happiness.
- Established and reinforced rules for behavior policies and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Used wide range of instructional strategies and technologies to meet and enhance needs of diverse student population.
- Documented and shared important milestones with each student's parents and guardians.
- Monitored, documented and reported students' progress and performance.
- Assessed each child's developmental needs on continuous basis.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Created and maintained safe learning environment for students.
- Integrated music, art, drama, literature, science, math into lesson plans for hands-on learning experiences.
- Employed evidence-based methods of classroom teaching and direction.
- Referred students with suspected learning problems to appropriate support personnel.
- Improved students' reading independence using methodical sensory lessons on phonemic awareness and strategies for decoding by sounding out words.
- Fostered language development, comprehension and vocabulary using traditional poetry, nursery rhymes and riddles.
- Utilized current technology to enhance student learning.
- Guided reading aloud to spark imagination and foster reading comprehension and vocabulary development.
- Promoted collaborative learning among peers through group work activities.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction into daily lessons in order to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Supported at-risk students by providing additional assistance in order to help them reach grade level standards.
- Adapted lesson plans based on student performance data to ensure success for all learners.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies such as setting limits while encouraging self-discipline.
- Collaborated with colleagues on various projects related to curriculum development and assessment strategies.
- Established clear expectations for classroom behavior and routines.
- Fostered an atmosphere of respect through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Encouraged students to think critically by posing questions and providing stimulating materials.
- Developed positive relationships with students, families, staff members, and outside agencies.
Site Substitute Teacher (Fred H. Rohr Elementary)
Chula Vista Elementary School District
Chula Vista, CA
07.2022 - Current
- Adapted to a variety of classroom environments and grade levels
- Conducted classroom instruction and provided academic support to students
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts and followed established lesson plans to continue learning trajectory.
- Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
- Tutored students individually and in small groups to help with difficult subjects.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
Substitute Teacher
Chula Vista Elementary School District
Chula Vista, CA
12.2016 - 06.2023
- Facilitated student learning by creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment while following lesson plans left by the absent teacher
- Managed student behavior and maintained a safe learning environment
- Maintained student attendance and assignment records to prevent lapses during teacher absences.
- Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
- Supervised students during recess, break times and dismissal periods to prevent injuries and fights.
- Explained assignments and relayed information from lead teacher.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Innovation Academy)
Chula Vista Elementary School District
Chula Vista, CA
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences, that use various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Graded projects, exams and assignments to track student progression.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Wolf Canyon)
Chula Vista Elementary School District
Chula Vista, CA
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
- Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
- Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
Assessor
Progressive Early Assessments
San Diego, CA
01.2017 - 08.2021
- Assessed the interactions between students and teachers and gathered evidence to generate a report that reflects the ongoing partnerships focused on sustaining school-wide success.
- Prepared accurate and concise reports, conveying progress, issues and solutions.
- Planned and carried out my own schedule for school visits.
- Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
Education
Preliminary Multiple Subject Teaching Credential -
National University
La Jolla, CA01.2023
Masters of Education - Emphasis in Social and Emotional Learning
National University
La Jolla, CA07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Diego State University
San Diego05.2012
CLASS 2008 Observer Pre-K - Early Childhood Development
Teachstone
Skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with other teachers and staff
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
- Effective listening
- Teaching, tutoring and counseling
- Effectively work with parents
- Motivating students
- Classroom management
- Positive atmosphere promotion
- Calm under pressure
- Reporting and documentation
- Excellent classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Chula Vista Elementary School District
06.2023 - Current
Site Substitute Teacher (Fred H. Rohr Elementary)
Chula Vista Elementary School District
07.2022 - Current
Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Innovation Academy)
Chula Vista Elementary School District
01.2022 - 06.2022
Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Wolf Canyon)
Chula Vista Elementary School District
08.2018 - 06.2021
Assessor
Progressive Early Assessments
01.2017 - 08.2021
Substitute Teacher
Chula Vista Elementary School District
12.2016 - 06.2023
Preliminary Multiple Subject Teaching Credential -
National University
Masters of Education - Emphasis in Social and Emotional Learning
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Diego State University
CLASS 2008 Observer Pre-K - Early Childhood Development
Teachstone
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