Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Education and Training
Timeline
Teacher
Jana Vela

Jana Vela

El Paso,TX

Summary


Knowledgeable educator with history of fostering positive and engaging classroom environment. Skilled in creating lesson plans that adhere to curriculum standards and stimulate intellectual curiosity among students. Demonstrated ability to employ effective classroom management strategies and integrate technology to enhance learning experiences.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

4th Grade Teacher

Carlos Rivera Elementary, EPISD
08.2023 - Current
  • 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 in the classroom.
  • Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, tailoring lesson plans to target areas needing improvement.

5th Grade Teacher

HCISD
08.2020 - 07.2022
  • Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and STEM activities.
  • Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
  • Referred to district standards to plan lessons with 5th grade team and prepare students to take standardized assessments.
  • Corresponded with parents through email, telephone, zoom and parent-teacher conferences.

3rd-5th Grade Teacher

Stillwater Public Schools
08.2012 - 07.2019


  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced lessons with smart board technology, iPads and computers to address learning goals.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to tailor lesson plans for optimal student outcomes.

4th and 5th Grade Teacher

Wewoka Public Schools
08.2002 - 07.2012
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
  • Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
  • Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
  • Enhanced lessons with smart board technology and computers to address learning goals.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - General Education Classes

Eastern Oklahoma State College
Wilburton, OK

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

East Central University
Ada, OK
05.1998

Skills

  • Managing classroom for diverse populations
  • Teamwork/collaborator
  • Motivating students
  • Innovative lesson planning
  • Differentiated instruction
  • STAAR experience
  • Tutoring
  • Standardized testing techniques
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Mimio board experience

Certification

  • Certified Texas, Educator - 01/01/2020 Through 03/31/2025-Core Subjects Grades (EC-6)
  • Oklahoma Teaching Certificate - 6/1/2020-6/30/2025-Elementary Education (1-8)

Education and Training

Gifted and Talented Certification

Timeline

4th Grade Teacher

Carlos Rivera Elementary, EPISD
08.2023 - Current

5th Grade Teacher

HCISD
08.2020 - 07.2022

3rd-5th Grade Teacher

Stillwater Public Schools
08.2012 - 07.2019

4th and 5th Grade Teacher

Wewoka Public Schools
08.2002 - 07.2012

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

University of Oklahoma
  • Certified Texas, Educator - 01/01/2020 Through 03/31/2025-Core Subjects Grades (EC-6)
  • Oklahoma Teaching Certificate - 6/1/2020-6/30/2025-Elementary Education (1-8)

Some College (No Degree) - General Education Classes

Eastern Oklahoma State College

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

East Central University
Jana Vela