Jametta Clarke
Lawrence Township,NJ
Summary
Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
Lawrence Township Public Schools
09.2012 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged students to apply their knowledge to real-life situations, enhancing problem-solving skills and deepening understanding of course concepts.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in social studies education and incorporating new strategies into lessons.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted one-on-one tutoring sessions, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Organized field trips and guest speakers to supplement classroom learning experiences, providing real-world context for course topics.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance and support in the development of effective teaching practices.
- Proctored quizzes, tests, and standardized examinations.
- Contributed to school's curriculum development committee, ensuring social studies program remained relevant and comprehensive.
- Supported students with special educational needs by designing and executing individualized education plans.
- Conducted field trips to historical sites, enhancing students' understanding of historical contexts through real-world experiences.
- Encouraged civic responsibility and community involvement among students by organizing volunteer opportunities.
- Fostered inclusive classroom atmosphere that respected and celebrated cultural differences.
- Led professional development workshops for fellow educators on effective classroom management techniques.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
Social Studies Educator
Demopolis City Schools
07.2010 - 07.2011
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
- Enhanced critical thinking skills by incorporating real-world examples and problem-solving activities into lessons.
- Mentored struggling students, providing individualized support and resources for academic success.
- Organized and led community service projects, fostering civic engagement and social responsibility among students.
- Served as a faculty advisor for extracurricular clubs, fostering leadership skills and personal growth among participating students.
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
History Teacher
Marengo County Schools
06.2009 - 06.2010
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
- Fostered a positive classroom atmosphere encouraging open communication between peers and instructor alike.
- Tracked student progress using formative assessments, adjusting instructional methods accordingly for optimal results.
- Boosted student engagement through the incorporation of interactive activities, group projects, and hands-on experiences.
- Attended professional development seminars and workshops to maintain expertise in Social Studies.
History Teacher and Department Chair
Chambers County Public Schools
07.2004 - 07.2009
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
- Designed creative projects that allowed students to demonstrate their understanding of course material in various ways, catering to different learning preferences.
- Provided advice and guidance to students needing morale-boosting and academic advising.
- Participated in school district meetings and parent-teacher conferences to give insight into student progress and curriculum plans.
- Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance and confidence.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular units that connected historical events with scientific, literary, or artistic movements.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips and guest speakers to enhance students'' understanding of historical events beyond the classroom setting.
- Mentored new teachers in history department, sharing best practices and resources for effective teaching.
Education
Doctor Of Education - Educational Leadership
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ05.2024
Master Of Arts - Secondary Social Studies Education
University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL05.2004
Bachelor Of Arts - History
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL12.2001
Skills
- Innovative Teaching & Student Engagement
- Advanced Technology Integration
- Interpersonal & Collaborative Skills
- Student Advocacy & Advising
Certification
- Advanced Placement (AP) Teacher Certification – College Board.
- Standard Teaching Certificate - New Jersey Department of Education.
Accomplishments
- NAACP Freedom Fund Award 2024
- Teacher of the Year 2022-23
- Princeton Prize for Distinguished Secondary School Teaching
- Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drum Major for Change
- Teacher of the Year 2006-2007
Affiliations
National Council for the Social Studies
American Educational Research Association
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher
Lawrence Township Public Schools
09.2012 - Current
Social Studies Educator
Demopolis City Schools
07.2010 - 07.2011
History Teacher
Marengo County Schools
06.2009 - 06.2010
History Teacher and Department Chair
Chambers County Public Schools
07.2004 - 07.2009
- Advanced Placement (AP) Teacher Certification – College Board.
- Standard Teaching Certificate - New Jersey Department of Education.
Doctor Of Education - Educational Leadership
Rowan University
Master Of Arts - Secondary Social Studies Education
University of West Alabama
Bachelor Of Arts - History
University of Alabama At Birmingham
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