Jaimee Stephens
815 Shumard Oak,TX
Summary
Dynamic educator with 25 years experience (PK-5th), adept at enhancing reading comprehension and fostering collaborative learning environments. Proven ability to design engaging curricula and maintain effective parent-teacher communication, resulting in improved student outcomes. Committed to professional growth and implementing innovative teaching strategies to meet diverse learner needs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
4th Grade ELA Teacher
Pineywoods Community Academy
08.2024 - Current
- Supported diverse learners by differentiating instruction to meet individual needs and accommodate various learning styles.
- Monitored individual student progress through frequent assessments and data analysis, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal learning outcomes.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians to support students'' academic progress and personal growth.
- Improved student literacy skills by incorporating engaging, age-appropriate literature into lessons.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development and assessment policies, contributing valuable insights from a 4th Grade ELA perspective.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations, routines, and procedures for behavior management.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- 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.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Gifted and Talented Teacher
Pineywoods Community Academy
02.2022 - 05.2024
- Employed Type and Type assessments to monitor student progress.
- Balanced individual and group instruction to accommodate different academic levels and learning styles.
- Implemented and designed Type and Type multi-sensory lessons and activities to develop gross and fine motor skills.
- Prepared and distributed progress reports and report cards using Software.
- Communicated with parents and faculty to develop strong sense of collaboration between teachers, students and parents.
- Served as an advocate for gifted learners within the school community by promoting awareness of their unique needs and challenges.
- Reviewed revised, and updated Gifted and Talented curriculum annually according to state standards, ensuring continued alignment with best practices in the field.
- Organized extracurricular enrichment activities such as clubs or competitions to further engage gifted students in their areas of interest outside regular school hours.
- Identified children's collective and individual learning needs to plan, prepare and deliver instruction designed to maximize individual learning and capture interest.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current with educational trends and best practices in gifted education.
- Utilized differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring each student''s unique needs were met and promoting academic success.
- Enhanced critical thinking skills through the integration of inquiry-based learning methods within the curriculum.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged open communication, collaboration, and mutual respect among students.
- Tested and evaluated students to enter the Gifted and Talented program.
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Pineywoods Community Academy
08.2019 - 02.2022
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Led parent-teacher conferences focused on identifying areas of growth and developing action plans for continued success at home and in the classroom.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives such as curriculum development committees, professional learning communities, and extracurricular activities.
- Collaborated with grade-level team members to create interdisciplinary lessons that reinforced key concepts across subjects.
- Mentored struggling students through targeted interventions and one-on-one support, improving overall class performance.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques into daily lessons to address the needs of all learners in a diverse classroom setting.
- Managed classroom effectively by establishing clear expectations and consequences, leading to a positive learning atmosphere.
- Utilized various formative assessment tools for evaluating student progress and providing constructive feedback on their work.
- Designed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards, resulting in increased student interest and participation.
Math Academy Trainer
Region 7
05.2017 - 08.2019
- Enhanced trainee engagement through interactive workshops and hands-on activities.
- Delivered dynamic presentations to facilitate learning and retention among diverse audiences.
- Boosted training session effectiveness with integration of multimedia tools.
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Pineywoods Community Academy
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Developed positive relationships with parents, communicating regularly about student progress and classroom happenings.
- Enhanced students'' mathematical abilities through hands-on activities and real-world examples.
- Provided individualized support for struggling learners, fostering a growth mindset and boosting confidence in their abilities.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational best practices and improve teaching effectiveness.
- Improved reading comprehension skills by implementing guided reading groups and literature circles.
- Implemented classroom management strategies that maintained a structured yet nurturing environment conducive to learning.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on effective lesson planning, assessment strategies, and classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, enriching the overall learning experience for students.
- Promoted social-emotional learning by incorporating character education lessons into daily routines and discussions.
Education
Bachelor Of Interdisciplinary Studies - Early Childhood Education
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX12.1999
Nacogdoches High School
Nacogdoches, TX05.1995
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Grammar teaching
- Collaborative learning
- Oral communication
- Teaching strategies
- Reading comprehension
- Curriculum design
- Team collaboration
- Vocabulary development
- Problem-solving skills
Accomplishments
Awarded TIA at the Master level in April 2022
Timeline
4th Grade ELA Teacher
Pineywoods Community Academy
08.2024 - Current
Gifted and Talented Teacher
Pineywoods Community Academy
02.2022 - 05.2024
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Pineywoods Community Academy
08.2019 - 02.2022
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Pineywoods Community Academy
08.2018 - 05.2019
Math Academy Trainer
Region 7
05.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor Of Interdisciplinary Studies - Early Childhood Education
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches High School
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