Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Affiliations
Teacher

Jackalyn M. Keith

Educator
Groton,CT

Summary

Experienced elementary educator with a strong background in early childhood development, individualized instruction, and student support. Skilled in creating inclusive classrooms, fostering academic growth, and engaging families in the learning process. Committed to helping every child succeed through thoughtful instruction, collaboration, and consistent support.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1

New Mexico Elementary Education Teaching License

1
1

New Mexico Special Education Teaching License

Work History

1st Grade/Kindergarten Teacher

Clovis Municipal Schools
Clovis , NM
11.2019 - 05.2025

Highland Elementary School

Kindergarten, 11/2019-5/2021

1st Grade 8/2021-5/2025

  • Develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with state curriculum standards.
  • Deliver structured, multidisciplinary lessons to enhance student learning.
  • Monitor student progress, and provide timely interventions for academic success.
  • Utilize differentiated instruction techniques tailored for diverse learners, including English language learners.
  • Use structured literacy approaches, enhancing phonemic awareness, and comprehension skills.
  • Maintain effective classroom management by fostering relationships, and setting clear expectations.
  • Create a safe, nurturing environment based on trust and respect.
  • Communicate effectively with parents, staff, and administration to support student development.

Special Education Teacher

Clovis Municipal Schools
Clovis, NM
08.1998 - 11.2000

Yucca Junior High School 8/1998 - 8/2000

Highland Elementary School 8/2000 - 11/2000

  • Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Provide guidance and instructional experiences that are academically and developmentally appropriate in the special education teaching environment (grades kindergarten through nine).

Early Childhood Services

ENMRSH, INC.
Clovis, NM

10/1996 - 8/1998 and 11/2000 - 11/2019

Positions held: Family Service Coordinator/Developmental Specialist, Supervisor, Manager, and Assistant Director.

  • Supervise three department supervisors, 22 Family Service Coordinators, 25 subcontracted therapists, and manage three to six direct staff, including administrative personnel and respite providers.
  • Oversee daily operations serving 350–400 children, ensuring effective service delivery and compliance with standards.
  • Monitor staff productivity, provide coaching and training, and maintain accurate records of performance, attendance, and disciplinary actions.
  • Coordinate intake, assessments, eligibility determinations, and facilitate Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), including transitions and discharges.
  • Lead quality assurance efforts in collaboration with the QA manager to ensure program integrity and compliance.
  • Represent the department as the assessment lead, attend training, and fulfill director responsibilities as needed.
  • Provide family referrals, and support access to community resources.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Special Education, Social Studies

Eastern New Mexico University
Portales, NM

Skills

  • Engaging lesson design
  • Classroom management and organization
  • Adaptive teaching methods
  • Student progress monitoring
  • Efficient in Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Skyward, and Class Dojo
  • Staff supervision and leadership
  • Multidisciplinary team management
  • Program operations oversight
  • Service delivery coordination
  • Compliance and regulatory adherence
  • Staff coaching and performance management
  • Training and development
  • Intake and eligibility coordination
  • IFSP facilitation and case transitions
  • Quality assurance and program evaluation
  • Assessment leadership
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Community resource navigation
  • Family engagement and support services

Certification

  • State of New Mexico School Personnel Licensure Level Two Professional K-8 Elementary with an endorsement in Reading
  • State of New Mexico School Personnel Licensure Level Two Professional Pre K - 12 Special Education
  • Applied for Connecticut Teaching License(s)
  • LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) Certificate of Mastery 5/2023
  • Institute for Multi-Sensory Education's Virtual Comprehensive ISME Ortan-Gillingham Training 7/2020

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Timeline

1st Grade/Kindergarten Teacher

Clovis Municipal Schools
11.2019 - 05.2025

Special Education Teacher

Clovis Municipal Schools
08.1998 - 11.2000

Early Childhood Services

ENMRSH, INC.

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Special Education, Social Studies

Eastern New Mexico University

Affiliations

  • 1st Grade Lead Teacher
  • Participated in Teach Like a Champion, by Doug Lemov, Trainings
  • SAT (Student Assistance Team) member
  • Participated in Project ECHO Literacy State of NM Cohort Learning Environment
  • Social Media Liaison/Content Creator Highland Elementary