Jamie Erickson
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Passionate about fostering student growth through differentiated instruction and project-based learning. Committed to enhancing the learning experience by implementing culturally responsive teaching practices and maintaining open communication with parents.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Westchester Parent Nursery School
Inglewood, CA
02.2013 - Current
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum fostering cognitive and social development in preschool children.
- Led classroom management initiatives promoting a positive learning environment and student engagement.
- Mentored and trained new teachers, enhancing team performance through shared best practices.
- Collaborated with parents to create individualized education plans supporting each child's unique needs.
- Evaluated student progress, providing actionable feedback to parents and adapting instructional methods accordingly.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
- Incorporated culturally responsive teaching practices into curriculum design and delivery models promoting inclusivity within the educational setting.
- Facilitated peer-to-peer learning opportunities within the classroom environment increasing collaboration among students and deepening understanding of material.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Afterschool Tutor
Mt.Olive Preschool
Santa Monica, CA
08.2010 - 08.2013
- Created a positive learning environment that encouraged student participation and confidence-building.
- Improved students'' overall academic performance by providing one-on-one tutoring in various subjects.
- Assisted students with homework assignments, ensuring timely completion and thorough understanding of concepts.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Boosted students'' confidence in their abilities through positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Mt. Olive Luthren Church Preschool
Santa Monica, CA
07.2005 - 07.2007
- Organized educational materials and resources for daily classroom activities.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized classroom space conducive to learning and creativity.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum for preschoolers.
- Managed daily routines such as snack time transitions smoothly while maintaining a calm and focused environment.
Education
Admin For Child Development - Child Development
Theoria Technical College
Carlsbad, CA12-2022
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
California State University Northridge
Northridge06-2015
Associate of Arts - Child Development
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica06-2011
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson planning
- Conflict resolution
- Parent-teacher communication
- Safety awareness
- Key decision making
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Educational leadership
- Project-based learning
- Training and mentoring
- Differentiated instruction
- Teacher training
- IEP support
- Group and individual instruction of math, language arts, science and art
- Emotional support
- Family engagement
- Student mentoring
- Student advocacy
- Assessment strategies
- Teacher coaching
- Age-appropriate discipline
- Safe learning environment
- Childcare requirements
- Diverse learning styles
- Behavior management
- Curriculum implementation
- Critical thinking
- Small group instruction
- Motivating students
- Positive role model and mentor
- Special needs students
- Social-emotional learning training
- Student rapport
- Cultural sensitivity
- Potty Training and Diaper changing
- Educational games
- Coordinating with teachers and specialists
Accomplishments
- Dynamic Teaching Techniques - Instructed students in academic subjects using variety of techniques such as phonetics, multisensory learning and repetition to reinforce learning.
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Westchester Parent Nursery School
02.2013 - Current
Afterschool Tutor
Mt.Olive Preschool
08.2010 - 08.2013
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Mt. Olive Luthren Church Preschool
07.2005 - 07.2007
Admin For Child Development - Child Development
Theoria Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
California State University Northridge
Associate of Arts - Child Development
Santa Monica College
Girl Scout Gold Award
For my Girl Scout Gold Award, I created a garden at the preschool center dedicated to children of Teen Moms.