JAN RODGERS
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Qualified teacher with strong background in early childhood education and proven track record of fostering positive and engaging learning environment. Successfully implemented creative lesson plans and activities that promote cognitive and social development. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with parents and collaborate with colleagues to achieve educational goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Grade Teacher
Caldwell Academy
Greensboro, North Carolina
07.2024 - Current
- Collaborate with team teachers to discuss curriculum and plan lessons.
- Teach all subjects including phonics, math, literature, science and history.
- Cultivate a supportive classroom atmosphere fostering academic excellence and strong character.
- Assess and grade with grace and rigor.
4th Grade Teacher
Caldwell Academy
Greensboro, NC
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to design interdisciplinary lesson plans, reinforcing key concepts across subjects.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consequences while fostering a respectful learning environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, addressing the unique needs of each student.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills through engaging group projects and individual assignments.
Kindergarten Teacher
West Chatham Elementary School
Pooler, Georgia
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Implement developmentally appropriate lessons in all subject areas.
- Use standards and pacing guidelines to guide curriculum.
- Communicate with parents regularly about academics and behavior.
- Assess and record data to show student progress in literacy and math.
4th Grade Teacher
West Chatham Elementary School
Pooler, Georgia
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Produced subject-specific lesson plans catering to student growth.
- Model, teach, and aggressively monitor students.
- Created digital assignments utilizing computer software.
- Regularly assess and record student progress.
Kindergarten Teacher
Veritas Academy and Rhetoric School
Savannah, Georgia
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Model and teach a 'love God, love others' focused classroom.
- Encourage students to persevere with challenging tasks in math and language arts.
- Assess daily to evaluate student progress using observation and student responses.
- Explore history and science through classical literature and creative experiments and projects.
5th Grade Teacher
Veritas Academy and Rhetoric School
Savannah, Georgia
08.2013 - 05.2017
- Establish and communicate clear objectives for all lessons and projects.
- Teach and model critical thinking throughout curriculum.
- Create and develop curriculum.
- Prepare, administer, and grade tests or assignments to evaluate student progress.
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Westside Elementary School
Valdosta, Georgia
08.2012 - 05.2013
- Assist children individually or in small groups to reinforce and master concepts.
- Supervise students in classroom, hallways, cafeteria, and on field trips.
- Use computers and audio-visual aids to teach and reinforce learning.
- Prepare supplies and materials for lessons.
Media Paraprofessional
Westside Elementary School
Valdosta, Georgia
08.2011 - 05.2012
- Instruct teachers and students in using information system to resource materials.
- Locate media for patrons.
- Sort books and other items and return them to shelves.
- Create and prepare materials for classroom use.
2nd Grade Teacher
Holy Cross Episcopal School
Montgomery, Alabama
08.1999 - 01.2000
- Facilitated activities for balanced instruction, demonstration, and lesson practice.
- Ensured precision in student record-keeping.
- Offered guidance to students and parents on making necessary academic adjustments.
- Selected engaging literature for group discussions.
1st Grade Teacher
Quitman Elementary
Quitman, Georgia
08.1997 - 01.1999
- Adapt teaching methods to meet varying student needs.
- Confer with other professionals to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning following approved curricula.
- Meet with parents to discuss their child's progress and determine priorities and needs.
- Create interesting lesson plans and show written evidence of preparation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, Georgia12.1996
Skills
- Classroom management
- Phonics instruction
- Organizational skills
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
- Reading instruction
- Parent-teacher communication
Timeline
1st Grade Teacher
Caldwell Academy
07.2024 - Current
4th Grade Teacher
Caldwell Academy
08.2023 - 07.2024
Kindergarten Teacher
West Chatham Elementary School
07.2022 - 05.2023
4th Grade Teacher
West Chatham Elementary School
07.2021 - 07.2022
Kindergarten Teacher
Veritas Academy and Rhetoric School
08.2017 - 05.2021
5th Grade Teacher
Veritas Academy and Rhetoric School
08.2013 - 05.2017
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Westside Elementary School
08.2012 - 05.2013
Media Paraprofessional
Westside Elementary School
08.2011 - 05.2012
2nd Grade Teacher
Holy Cross Episcopal School
08.1999 - 01.2000
1st Grade Teacher
Quitman Elementary
08.1997 - 01.1999
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Valdosta State University