Jamie MciLwain
Winston-Salem,NC
Summary
Elementary Teacher/Principal. I am an Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Lead Teacher
Ephesus Early Learning Center
01.2023 - Current
- Supported students'' social-emotional development by creating a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere in the classroom.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Increased student participation by implementing creative and interactive learning activities.
Principal/Teacher
South Atlantic Conference Of Seventh Day Adventist
07.2018 - 07.2023
- Taught lessons one-on-one, to small groups, and to the whole class while incorporating technology to enhance learning
- Enlisted the help of the school board members to assist in the classroom
- Communicated with parents daily
- Demonstrated patience and understanding while managing difficult children
- Collaborated with school board, and parents to maintain a "partnership" environment
- Increased Test Scores on Standardized test.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Principal/Teacher
South Central Conference
07.2015 - 06.2018
- Created and implemented innovative and engaging lesson plans and activities, increasing student learning motivation and effectiveness
- Adapted curriculum to fit student needs, provided individual and small group instruction when necessary
- Developed lesson plans and class materials - Combined instruction with demonstration to clearly communicate objectives to class
- Provides tutoring support and designed individualized learning plans for Reading and Math
- Teaching based on Common Core across the curriculum to prepare students to compete in the world at large
- Use Ren Web grading system and Smartboard and ELMO technology to teach lessons
- Qualified school to participate in Title 1 to use services that will enhance learning
- Planned, instructed, and used data to drive instruction in Math, Science, Social Studies, Reading and English
- Bible Encounter Training and Certificate.
Principal/Teacher
Southwest Region Conference
07.2012 - 07.2015
- Used a variety of classroom strategies: lecture, group discussion, inquiry, discovery, and more
- Maintained pleasant learning atmosphere in class - Established and reinforced standards of behavior
- Kept progress notes and made reports; tracked academic and social development
- Taught grades 6-8, along with Principal duties
- Achieved 2014 Excellence in Teaching Award from the Southwestern Union Conference
- Planned, instructed, and used data to drive instruction in Math, Science, Social Studies, Reading and English
- Organized classroom for safety and to optimize student learning
- Displayed attractive Bulletin Boards to encourage learning.
Principal/Teacher
Southwest Region Conference
07.2011 - 06.2012
- Wrote a proposal that generated over 10,000.00 worth of school materials
- Items included two Smart Boards, an ELMO and a host of other hands-on creative learning aids
- Taught interpersonal skills and resolved student problems by timely and sensitive conferral with parents and school board
- Used Smartboard and other technology teaching tools to increase test scores
- Accountable for 10% improvements in literacy, and arithmetic skills for all students
- Taught grades K-4 and executed the duties of principal.
Teacher's Assistant- Special Education
Albemarle County Public School
10.2010 - 05.2011
- Assist Teacher with carrying out daily lesson plans
- Provide key support for Special Education students
- Implemented interesting and interactive learning mediums to increase student understanding of course materials
- Modified the general education curriculum for special need students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies.
Principal/Teacher
Southwest Region Conference of Seventh Day Adventist
07.2000 - 07.2010
- Designed individualized learning plans for students with learning difficulties and gifted learners
- Earned high marks for classroom organization skills
- Organize parent/teacher conferences to maximize student learning opportunities and develop forward-thinking plans to correct ongoing issues
- Implemented a variety of teaching methods to assist Title 1 and special needs students
- Taught grades k-8 in a multi-Grade classroom and managed Principal duties
- Established an open-door policy, improving communication and trust with students and parents
- Turned around class that had severe management issues, by establishing a strong discipline plan and incorporating assistance from the school board.
Teacher Assistant
Charlottesville Public Schools
08.1992 - 05.1995
- Assisted with core subjects in the classroom, 1 Grade facilitated the interactive learning process
- Monitored students in the lunchroom
- Assisted students in the computer lab
- Graded papers.
Childcare Lead Teacher
Seventh Day Adventist Daycare
06.1989 - 09.1992
- Consistently received positive teacher evaluations
- Created effective and engaging lesson plans for 23 students
- Facilitated the interactive learning process
- Managed the day to day running of the classroom
- Planned art activities
- Set up learning centers
- Planned parent/teacher conferences
- Classroom management.
Education
Education - Elementary Education- K-8
Southwestern Adventist University
Keene, TexasEducation - Curriculum and Instruction
Texas A&M University-Texarkana
Texarkana, TXGeneral Education -
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MIChild Care Certificate -
Piedmont Virginia Community College
Charlottesville, VACommonwealth of Virginia
Skills
- CPR Training
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Classroom Organization
- Documentation and Reporting
- First Aid Certification
- Time Management
- Decision-Making
Certification
North American Division, Professional Certification in Elementary Education -K-8
Endorsements
- Elementary Education
- Junior Academy Religion
- English
- History
Keywords
- Individualized curriculum
- Technology integration
- Standardized testing
- Ren Web
- Pathways
- Powerpoint
- Learn 360
- Learning Farms
- IXL website
- Student portfolios
Community Service
Big Brothers and Sisters Association, 1995
Timeline
Childcare Lead Teacher
Ephesus Early Learning Center
01.2023 - Current
Principal/Teacher
South Atlantic Conference Of Seventh Day Adventist
07.2018 - 07.2023
Principal/Teacher
South Central Conference
07.2015 - 06.2018
Principal/Teacher
Southwest Region Conference
07.2012 - 07.2015
Principal/Teacher
Southwest Region Conference
07.2011 - 06.2012
Teacher's Assistant- Special Education
Albemarle County Public School
10.2010 - 05.2011
Principal/Teacher
Southwest Region Conference of Seventh Day Adventist
07.2000 - 07.2010
Teacher Assistant
Charlottesville Public Schools
08.1992 - 05.1995
Childcare Lead Teacher
Seventh Day Adventist Daycare
06.1989 - 09.1992
Education - Elementary Education- K-8
Southwestern Adventist University
Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Texas A&M University-Texarkana
General Education -
Andrews University
Child Care Certificate -
Piedmont Virginia Community College
Commonwealth of Virginia