Jamie Jozwiak
Grand Blanc
Summary
I am an experienced and dynamic educator with extensive experience at Grand Blanc Community Schools, specializing in early childhood education and literacy development. I have a proven ability to enhance student engagement through differentiated instruction and positive reinforcement. I provide an enthusiastic, yet structured, learning environment where students feel safe, successful, and loved. I am committed to providing social-emotional growth and effective parent-teacher communication to help my students succeed to the best of their ability.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Grand Blanc Schools
Grand Blanc
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Fostered a positive learning environment that encouraged open communication between students, teachers, and parents.
- Helped resolve students' behavioral problems by modeling and reinforcing positive responses.
- Created a fostering and safe learning environment, promoting encouragement and motivation.
- Assisted students in achieving deeper levels of understanding through hands-on activities and special projects.
Teacher, Grade 1
Grand Blanc Schools
Grand Blanc
08.2020 - 06.2023
- Led by example, and encouraged students to explore character development through social interaction, kindness, and inclusivity.
- Addressed and mitigated problematic behaviors with positive reinforcement and building community.
- Created a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students' developmental levels and interests.
- Consistently ran small, guided reading and math groups to differentiate instruction and meet individual needs.
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Grand Blanc Schools
Grand Blanc
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Fostered a positive learning environment that encouraged open communication between students, teachers, and parents.
- Helped resolve students' behavioral problems by modeling and reinforcing positive responses.
- Created a fostering and safe learning environment, promoting encouragement and motivation.
- Assisted students in achieving deeper levels of understanding through hands-on activities and special projects.
Kindergarten Teacher
Grand Blanc Schools
Grand Blanc
08.1999 - 06.2018
- Implemented engaging activities to promote social skills and teamwork among students.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by managing classroom behavior effectively.
- Attended workshops and conferences to stay current on educational trends and best practices.
- Utilized multi-sensory approaches when teaching concepts to ensure understanding among all learners.
- Adapted teaching methods to meet individual students' needs and abilities.
- Coordinated with special education staff members to provide appropriate accommodations for students with disabilities.
- Created a welcoming classroom environment that promoted creativity, exploration, and self-expression.
Education
Master of Arts - Art of Education
Marygrove College
Detroit, MI05-2002
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Central Michigan University
Mt. Pleasant, MI12-1998
High School Diploma -
Davison High School
Davison, MI05-1994
Skills
- Early childhood education- ZA Endorsed
- Literacy development
- Social-emotional learning
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive reinforcement
- Individualized support
- Strong Classroom Management
Timeline
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Grand Blanc Schools
08.2023 - 06.2024
Teacher, Grade 1
Grand Blanc Schools
08.2020 - 06.2023
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Grand Blanc Schools
08.2018 - 06.2020
Kindergarten Teacher
Grand Blanc Schools
08.1999 - 06.2018
Master of Arts - Art of Education
Marygrove College
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Central Michigan University
High School Diploma -
Davison High School
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