- Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts
- I like looking at the stars and learning about constellations
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
- Music
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Virtual Reality
- Food Tourism
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Strategy Games
- Knitting and Crocheting
- Participating in cultural exchange programs and homestays
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Avid Reader
- Cooking
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
- Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
- I have a passion for photography and editing photos
- Mindfulness Practices
- Astrology
- Historical Exploration
- Reading
- Yoga
- Video Gaming
- Swimming
- Animal Care
- Camping
- Genealogy
- Food Photography
Jamie Hicks
Live Oak,FL
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Madison County School District, adept at fostering student engagement and critical thinking. Skilled in lesson planning and behavior management, I successfully implemented innovative teaching methods that significantly enhanced student performance and built strong relationships with parents and colleagues. A positive role model committed to academic success.
Experienced with curriculum development, ensuring educational content meets all necessary standards and engages students. Utilizes range of teaching methods to address different learning styles, promoting well-rounded understanding of subjects. Strong understanding of classroom management techniques to maintain productive and respectful learning environment.
Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Madison County School Board
08.2005 - Current
- 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.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, leading to increased academic success.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Unilab of Dade
08.1999 - 06.2005
- Ensured quality control by performing routine maintenance on lab equipment and calibrating instruments as needed.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Assisted in the training of new staff members, ensuring proper knowledge transfer and adherence to safety protocols.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
- Trained and supervised new laboratory staff to improve skills in laboratory procedures.
- Reduced error rates in testing procedures through careful attention to detail and adherence to established protocols.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive team culture focused on collaboration and innovation.
- Ensured patient confidentiality by adhering to strict privacy guidelines when handling sensitive medical information.
- Enhanced patient care through accurate and timely diagnostic testing for various medical conditions.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Performed comprehensive analysis of patient samples and generated detailed reports to inform medical staff of results.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Documented and reported equipment malfunctions to supervisor for fast resolution and maintenance.
- Mentored junior technicians on best practices for conducting various types of lab tests while emphasizing accuracy.
- Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses.
- Recorded and maintained accurate data to facilitate tracking of results.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory agencies through thorough documentation of laboratory processes and procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians to provide critical input
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by
- Troubleshot complex technical issues with laboratory equipment, ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations.
- Contributed to a safer work environment by maintaining cleanliness standards and enforcing proper waste disposal procedures.
- Aided in the development of new laboratory tests, contributing expertise in methodology selection and validation efforts.
- Streamlined test result reporting processes, ensuring timely delivery to healthcare professionals.
- Maintained high-quality standards by adhering to all laboratory safety protocols and procedures.
- Ensured integrity and confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Optimized inventory management to ensure availability of necessary supplies without overstocking.
- Conducted routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results.
Instructor
City College
01.2003 - 02.2005
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
- Evaluated student assessments to identify areas of growth and improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
Education
No Degree - Medical Laboratory Science
Sheridan Technical College
Hollywood, FL05-2000
Associate of Arts - English
Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL08-1999
Bachelor of Arts - English
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL05-2004
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL12-2023
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
Accomplishments
- Designed and conducted a well-received professional development workshop for Madison County High School staff in August 2008.
- Student Mentor - Volunteered as temporary student guidance counselor to help resolve student personal issues.
- Curriculum Design - Designed, developed and implemented daily lessons for 90 students.
- Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
- Dynamic Teaching Techniques - Instructed students in academic subjects using variety of techniques such as phonetics, multisensory learning and repetition to reinforce learning.
- Interactive Learning - Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths and weaknesses. Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classroom, reversing scores on Physical Science tests from 65% average to 87% average.
- Lesson Implementation - Met all assigned learning goals through the implementation of [learning activities].
Certification
- Reading Certificate- 2021
- Gifted Certification - 2012
Interests
Timeline
Teacher
Madison County School Board
08.2005 - Current
Instructor
City College
01.2003 - 02.2005
Medical Laboratory Technician
Unilab of Dade
08.1999 - 06.2005
No Degree - Medical Laboratory Science
Sheridan Technical College
Associate of Arts - English
Broward College
Bachelor of Arts - English
Florida Atlantic University
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Florida
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