Jacqueline Lockett
Summary
Energetic 1st grade teacher driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Millard Public Schools
08.2017 - Current
- Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, tailoring lessons to meet diverse student needs.
- Created a positive classroom culture that valued diversity and inclusion, supporting all learners'' growth.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
Long Term Substitute Second Grade Teacher
Millard Public Schools
02.2017 - 05.2017
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
- Improved student comprehension by tailoring teaching methods to individual learning styles.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Kindergarten Teacher
Millard Public Schools
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
Student Teacher, First Grade
Elkhorn Public School
01.2015 - 05.2015
- 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.
Education
Master of Science - Literacy Concentration
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Omaha, NE05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Omaha, NE05.2015
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Team Collaboration
- Literacy development
- Organizational Skills
- Phonics Instruction
- Student Motivation
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Millard Public Schools
08.2017 - Current
Long Term Substitute Second Grade Teacher
Millard Public Schools
02.2017 - 05.2017
Kindergarten Teacher
Millard Public Schools
08.2015 - 05.2016
Student Teacher, First Grade
Elkhorn Public School
01.2015 - 05.2015
Master of Science - Literacy Concentration
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Nebraska At Omaha