Jamie Bailey
Maxwell
Summary
With over 16 years of experience as an educator, I bring a deep enthusiasm for fostering academic and social-emotional growth. My expertise in differentiated instruction, classroom management, curriculum design, and technology integration combine to deliver creative lessons to young learners in order to meet their unique needs, resulting in improved academic performance and student engagement. Throughout my career as an educator, I have served in various leadership roles, researched and piloted potential curricula, collaborated with colleagues, and built relationships with families to ensure student success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
K-5 STEAM Teacher
Des Moines Public Schools, Brubaker Elementary School
Des Moines, IA
08.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered inclusive classroom environment to support diverse learning needs.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with core classroom teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
Kindergarten Teacher
Bondurant-Farrar Community School District
Bondurant, IA
09.2010 - 05.2024
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum that met the individual needs, abilities, and interests of students.
- Implemented different methods of instruction and educational activities to support students’ learning styles and enhance social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of young learners.
- Incorporated and utilized technology to support learning.
- Collaborated with parents and colleagues to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Assessed students’ progress and tailored lesson plans to meet individual needs and learning styles.
- Utilized positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies to promote a safe and supportive classroom atmosphere.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, academic performance, and behavioral incidents.
- Organized and facilitated parent-teacher conferences to communicate students’ progress and address concerns.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Morningside University
Sioux City, IA07-2018
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Iowa State University
Ames, IA05-2010
Skills
- Creativity
- Flexibility
- Patience
- Organization
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Technology integration
- Behavior management
Certification
- K-6 Teacher Elementary Classroom - 102
- K-8 Mathematics - 142
- K-12 Athletic Coach - 101
- K-8 Reading - 148
- K-12 Reading Specialist - 176
Timeline
K-5 STEAM Teacher
Des Moines Public Schools, Brubaker Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Bondurant-Farrar Community School District
09.2010 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Iowa State University
Master of Arts - Teaching
Morningside University