Jamie Jackson
Hagerstown,Maryland
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
DMLT
WCPS
Fountain Rock Elementary
07.2019 - Current
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on instructional strategies and classroom management techniques for successful outcomes.
- Evaluated instructional materials regularly to assess their effectiveness in meeting course objectives while adapting as needed for continuous improvement in student outcomes.
- Championed professional development opportunities, staying current with educational trends to continuously enhance teaching skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources and best practices for increased effectiveness across the school.
- Conducted professional development workshops, enhancing teaching strategies of colleagues.
PreK Teacher
WCPS
Fountain Rock Elementary
07.2018 - Current
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Fostered a love of learning among students by maintaining an energetic teaching style and incorporating creative, interactive elements into lessons.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional learning opportunities to remain current on best practices in early childhood education.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, enhancing family involvement in the educational process.
Kindergarten Teacher
WCPS
Fountain Rock Elementary
07.2012 - 07.2018
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
Student Achievement Specialist
WCPS
Lincolnshire
07.2006 - 07.2012
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices and offering support during their transition into the profession.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing hands-on learning activities and interactive teaching methods.
- Assessed student progress through ongoing formative assessments, leading to targeted instruction and improved outcomes.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on educational research and best practices.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
Intervention Teacher
WCPS
Lincolnshire Elementary
07.2005 - 07.2006
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
- Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
- Enhanced knowledge by attending training and adopting new technologies.
Third Grade Teacher
WCPS
Lincolnshire Elementary
07.2003 - 07.2005
- 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.
Fifth Grade Teacher
WCPS
Western Heights
07.2001 - 07.2003
- 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.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Shepherd University
Shepherdstown, WV05-2001
Master of Education - Reading
Frostburg State University
Frostburg, MD05-2008
Timeline
DMLT
WCPS
07.2019 - Current
PreK Teacher
WCPS
07.2018 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
WCPS
07.2012 - 07.2018
Student Achievement Specialist
WCPS
07.2006 - 07.2012
Intervention Teacher
WCPS
07.2005 - 07.2006
Third Grade Teacher
WCPS
07.2003 - 07.2005
Fifth Grade Teacher
WCPS
07.2001 - 07.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Shepherd University
Master of Education - Reading
Frostburg State University