Jamie Gamble
Texas City,TX
Summary
Dynamic ECSE Teacher with a proven track record at Texas City Independent School District, skilled in implementing individualized education plans and fostering social-emotional learning. Recognized for enhancing student engagement through adaptive learning tools and building strong relationships with parents and colleagues, resulting in improved student outcomes and a positive classroom environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ECSE Teacher
Texas City Independent School District
01.2017 - Current
- Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in staff meetings, professional development sessions, and extracurricular activities.
- Enhanced communication with parents through regular updates, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
- Assessed student progress using formative and summative assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to ensure student success.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on classroom management techniques.
- Improved overall classroom environment by implementing clear expectations and consistent routines.
- Implemented research-based instructional strategies to optimize learning outcomes for students of various backgrounds and ability levels.
- Fostered a safe and inclusive learning environment where all students felt valued and respected.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and cooperative learning strategies.
- Established strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating effectively on cross-curricular projects and shared goals for student achievement.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for the development of comprehensive support systems for students.
- Promoted social-emotional growth in students through character education initiatives and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Assessed student achievement through data analysis and maintained appropriate documentation for school-based and individual reporting purposes.
- Developed data-taking mechanisms and analysis to drive instruction and monitor student progress.
- Implemented positive discipline strategies to manage student behavior and build relationships.
AIM Teacher for Students With Emotional Disability
Texas City Independent School District
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- 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.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
PPCD Teacher
Hitchcock Independent School District
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Fostered critical thinking skills in students by incorporating problem-solving exercises into daily lessons.
- Served as an active member of school committees focused on curriculum development, assessment design, and teacher training programs.
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected subject areas for deeper understanding.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a focused and productive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, setting goals, and providing regular feedback to students on their progress.
- Assessed student performance using various evaluation methods, ensuring accurate measurement of knowledge retention and skill development.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction tailored to individual needs and learning styles.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas for improvement and implement targeted teaching strategies for optimal results.
- Enhanced collaboration among students by implementing group activities and peer review sessions.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents through open communication channels and regular updates on student progress.
General Education Teacher 2nd Grade
Hitchcock Independent School District
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Maintained current knowledge of instructional techniques and available resources.
- Enhanced student comprehension by implementing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
- I won teacher of the year for the campus and elementary teacher of the year for the district
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education And Special Education
University of Houston Clear Lake
Clear Lake, TX12-2013
Skills
- Special education strategies
- Early intervention techniques
- Classroom organization
- Adaptive learning tools
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Visual supports
- Sensory integration
- Motor skills development
- Individualized education plans
- Cognitive development
- Assistive technology
- Social-emotional learning
- Autism spectrum
- Literacy instruction
- IEP goal setting
- Child assessment
- Data collection and analysis
- Collaboration
- Inclusive classroom practices
- Individual education plans ieps
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Motivating students
- Relationship building
- Lesson planning
- Parent communications
- Trained in CPI
- Behavior intervention plans
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Data collection
- Instructional strategies
- Behavior modifications
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum adjustments
- De-escalation techniques
Accomplishments
- Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for completing Individual Education Plans.
- Some ABA Certifications in BST
Certification
Generalist EC-6
Special Education EC-12
ESL EC-12
Timeline
ECSE Teacher
Texas City Independent School District
01.2017 - Current
AIM Teacher for Students With Emotional Disability
Texas City Independent School District
08.2016 - 12.2016
PPCD Teacher
Hitchcock Independent School District
08.2015 - 05.2016
General Education Teacher 2nd Grade
Hitchcock Independent School District
08.2014 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education And Special Education
University of Houston Clear Lake
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