Jacci Smith
Arlington,TX
Summary
Dedicated educator passionate about creating optimal learning environments through meaningful experiences, high standards, and motivation. Focused on teaching and nurturing students in a supportive and understanding atmosphere, while providing leadership in the classroom. Committed to staying current on new technology and teaching methods. Seeking a position aligned with the campus mission and vision to help students achieve their goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd Grade Teacher
Arlington ISD
07.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to foster student learning and engagement.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student progress and address academic challenges.
- Assessed student performance regularly, providing feedback to guide educational development.
- Integrated technology tools into classroom activities to enhance interactive learning experiences.
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
2nd grade teacher
Mansfield Independent School District
08.2021 - 07.2025
- co-leader of Battle of the Books
- Yearbook editor
- completed MISD Ambassador training
- Guided Coalition Committee
- Creates and implements daily lesson plans, including IEP(s).
- Plans and structures whole group, small group, and individual instruction to a wide variety of academic levels, interests and learning styles to motivate and engage students in active learning.
- Integrates subjects where applicable; using data to plan lessons -including computer and technology.
- Works with a team of colleagues, sharing ideas, issues, and forming solutions.
- Disciplines my classroom with consistent, predictable, and appropriate rules, expectations, and consequences.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Quest Activity Instructor
Mansfield Independent School District
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Documented preferences and helped develop relevant activities.
- Helped students build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.
- Met needs of different students by adapting teaching materials and methods.
- Engaged students through small groups, and personal attention.
1st grade ELAR teacher
Newman International Academy
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
ISS Aide/Intervention
Mansfield Independent School District
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Supported children's development by encouraging teamwork and understanding of others.
- Observed and monitored children's activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Education: Elementary Reading and English
Concordia University at Austin
Austin, TX01.2000
Skills
- Fostering student involvement
- Active implementation
- Varied instructional approaches
- Development of cognitive abilities
- Innovative thinking
- Curriculum implementation
- Team collaboration
Certification
- TX State Certification Elementary Self-Contained (Grades 1-6), 2028
- TX State Certification Elementary English and Reading (Grades 1-6), 2028
- ESL Certification, 2028
- Reading Academy Certification
Timeline
2nd Grade Teacher
Arlington ISD
07.2025 - Current
Quest Activity Instructor
Mansfield Independent School District
01.2024 - 05.2025
2nd grade teacher
Mansfield Independent School District
08.2021 - 07.2025
1st grade ELAR teacher
Newman International Academy
08.2019 - 07.2021
ISS Aide/Intervention
Mansfield Independent School District
08.2018 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Education: Elementary Reading and English
Concordia University at Austin