Teaching
Coaching
Leader of a Bible Study
Jacob Thompson
Summerville
Summary
Dynamic student teacher with a focus on lesson planning, differentiated instruction, and classroom management. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and enhancing student engagement through innovative teaching strategies.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Student Teacher
West Jackson Middle School
Hoschton, GA
07.2025 - 11.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and retention.
- Assisted in classroom management to create a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with experienced teachers to refine instructional techniques and strategies.
- Implemented formative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
- Facilitated small group activities to promote collaborative learning among students.
- Utilized educational technology tools to support interactive learning experiences.
- Provided feedback on student assignments to encourage improvement and academic growth.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching skills and methodologies.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
- Implemented assessment tools to monitor student progress, adjusting lesson plans as needed to address areas of struggle or mastery.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
- Incorporated real-world applications into lessons, making content relevant and relatable for students.
- Utilized varied teaching techniques for different learning styles, ensuring all students had access to course material.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular connections, reinforcing key concepts across subject areas.
- Continuously improved teaching practices through professional development opportunities, staying current with educational trends and research.
- Developed culturally responsive curriculum materials that acknowledged diverse perspectives and promoted inclusivity within the classroom setting.
- Increased students'' critical thinking skills through the implementation of group projects and problem-solving exercises.
- Supported English language learners through specialized instruction, significantly improving their language proficiency.
- Developed and implemented tailored lesson plans to improve student understanding of complex subjects.
- Coordinated with parents and guardians to support students' learning and development, maintaining open lines of communication.
- Fostered positive learning environment, addressing individual student needs through personalized attention.
- Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate virtual learning environments, ensuring continuity of education during remote learning periods.
- Enhanced classroom management techniques, resulting in more orderly and conducive learning environment.
- Improved learning outcomes by employing diverse assessment methods to accurately gauge student comprehension.
- Facilitated student-led conferences, empowering students to take ownership of their learning journey.
- Boosted student participation with introduction of group projects and peer review sessions.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating interactive technologies into lesson plans.
- Fostered culture of respect and curiosity, encouraging students to engage deeply with curriculum.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Cultivated critical thinking skills in students with use of problem-solving activities.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
University of Georgia
GA05.2026
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson planning
- Modern teaching methods
- Technology integration
- Instructional strategies
- Individualized support
- Group instruction
- Individualized instruction
Affiliations
Christian Campus Fellowship
Certification
- Certified Teacher
Interests
Timeline
Student Teacher
West Jackson Middle School
07.2025 - 11.2025
Master of Arts - Teaching
University of Georgia