Jacqueline Gordon
Teacher
704 Rue DeLa Paix Hammond,LA
Summary
Passionate and experienced educator with a proven track record of excelling as a mathematics inclusion paraprofessional and a highly qualified special education paraprofessional. I am deeply passionate about student engagement, and I bring this dedication to my work in elementary second and third-grade math. I am seeking a teaching position to create engaging learning experiences and foster student growth and development through a collaborative and supportive classroom environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Long- Short Term Substitute Teacher
Ponchatoula Jr. High School
08.2023 - Current
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Followed classroom plans left by the class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Enhanced classroom management, implementing positive reinforcement techniques to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in the classroom.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
Math Inclusion Paraprofessional 7th-8th Grade
Ponchatoula Jr. High School
08.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented small group instruction aimed at closing achievement gaps in mathematics.
- Boosted overall student performance by providing individualized instruction based on assessment data.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, promoting accountability among all students involved in intervention programs.
- Adapted instructional materials as needed to accommodate various learning styles and ensure accessibility for all students.
- Promoted a growth mindset among students by celebrating incremental progress and emphasizing the importance of effort in achieving success.
Special Education Paraprofessional 2nd-3rd Grade
Hammond Eastside Elementary
10.2016 - 05.2020
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions inside and outside the classroom.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Supported students with various disabilities through one-on-one tutoring sessions, improving their understanding of course materials and concepts.
- Supported teacher in the development of individual learning strategies.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Partnered with speech, occupational, and related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for each student's growth and progress.
- Liaised one-on-one with learners to provide additional support tailored to specific learning needs.
- Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
- Provided individualized reading, writing, and math instruction to support student development.
Education
No Degree - BA in Global Education W/licensure K-5th
Reach University
Oakland, CA05-2026
Skills
- Special Education
- Collaborative learning
- Instructional Strategies
- Mathematics Instruction
- Science Instruction
- Literacy development
- Assessment Techniques
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- IEP understanding
- Group and individual instruction
- Behavior Management
- Elementary Education
- Mathematical Concepts
- Smartboard technology
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Long- Short Term Substitute Teacher
Ponchatoula Jr. High School
08.2023 - Current
Math Inclusion Paraprofessional 7th-8th Grade
Ponchatoula Jr. High School
08.2020 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional 2nd-3rd Grade
Hammond Eastside Elementary
10.2016 - 05.2020
No Degree - BA in Global Education W/licensure K-5th
Reach University
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