Jane Dickson
Collierville,TN
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Eager to apply the various skills acquired during 21 years of experience engaging with not only students, but parents, faculty and administration.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intervention Specialist
Imagine Learning
12.2023 - Current
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development, enhancing academic growth for all participants.
- Streamlined the intervention process by developing and implementing efficient systems for tracking student data, progress monitoring, and documentation.
- Developed data-driven intervention plans based on thorough analysis of assessments and observations.
- Enhanced student outcomes by implementing evidence-based intervention strategies and techniques.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop comprehensive lesson plans, incorporating differentiated instruction to meet diverse student needs.
- Conducted professional development workshops focused on best practices in mathematics instruction to elevate teaching quality.
- Developed innovative resources and tools for enhancing mathematics instruction, including manipulatives, visual aids, and digital materials.
- Supported curriculum development efforts, ensuring alignment with state standards and rigor in mathematical content.
- Provided ongoing assessment of student progress, adjusting interventions as needed to optimize results.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Olathe Public Schools
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Utilized the programs provided by the district (Amplify)
- Attended faculty meetings, team meetings, and professional development during my time there
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to accommodate varied student learning styles.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents and school administrators.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
- Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
5th Grade Math Teacher
Conroe ISD
08.2013 - 05.2023
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Taught three classes of 5th grade math per day to between 15-24 students with a variety of levels, including students with IEP's and ESL students at a Title 1 school
- Collaborated with colleagues on my campus to develop math curriculum for the whole class and small group settings within the classroom to be used by the math and science departments on campus following district guidelines
- Worked with colleagues within the district to develop the scope and sequence for all 5th grade math teachers to implement within their classrooms
- Attended and presented at professional development at the campus, district, region and state level to continue learning and growing my skills and methods of teaching and to train other in best math teaching practices
- Led the 5th math department on my campus as the team lead
- Analyzed assessment and student data using a variety of methods and programs such as Eduphoria and Cambium Teacher Portal to ensure mastery of the content by every student was being reached and to adjust instruction as needed to meet the goals of all students
- Utilized technology daily for instruction as well as communication with peers, parents and administrators
- Developed and implemented online instruction through the use of Zoom and Canvas to continue daily math instruction during Covid lock down, 3/2020- 5/2020 as well as hybrid instruction the following school year. Provided instruction to in-person students as well as providing remote instruction to all virtual SPED students for the 2020-2021 school year
- Collaborated with campus math coach to create online instruction through Canvas from 2020-2023
- Engaged with students and parents to encourage community involvement in our campus by designing and participating in two Title 1 community outreach nights per school year
- Participated in Professional Development, Team Leader, Faculty Advisory and Community Involvement committees where we designed and implemented policies, procedures, trainings and activities for our campus
- Regularly attended ARD and 504 meetings with staff and parents to meet the needs of my students
- Kept detailed documentation for each student daily during small group instruction and designed the template for the 5th grade math team to use as well as trained them in implementation
- Participated and led weekly PLC meetings attended by all 5th grade math teachers to analyze data, plan curriculum and intervention, and document student progress
- Designed and implemented math interventions during the school day as well as during before school tutorials for struggling students
5th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Magnolia ISD
08.2002 - 05.2013
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Taught two classes of 5th grade math and science per day to between 15-24 students with a variety of levels, including students with IEP's and ESL students
- Collaborated with colleagues on my campus to develop math and science curriculum for the whole class and small group settings within the classroom to be used by the math and science departments on campus following district guidelines
- Worked with colleagues within the district to develop the scope and sequence for all 5th grade math teachers to implement within their classrooms
- Attended and presented at professional development at the campus, district, region and state level to continue learning and growing my skills and methods of teaching and to train other in best math teaching practices
- Participated in the Math Teacher Mentor program through ESC Region 6 to coach other math educators on best practices for math instruction
- Led the 5th math department on my campus as the team lead
- Analyzed assessment and student data using a variety of methods to ensure mastery of the content by every student was being reached
- Utilized technology daily for instruction as well as communication with peers, parents and administrators
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX05.2002
Skills
- Progress Monitoring
- Classroom Practices
- Online Databases
- Document Coordination
- Instructional Techniques
- Virtual Classroom
- Online Systems
- IEP Support
- Team Meetings
- Online Learning
- Google Applications
- Statistical Data Gathering
Certification
Elementary Education PRK-6
English for Speakers of Other Languages PRK-12
Middle Level Generalist 5-8
Timeline
Intervention Specialist
Imagine Learning
12.2023 - Current
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Olathe Public Schools
08.2023 - 12.2023
5th Grade Math Teacher
Conroe ISD
08.2013 - 05.2023
5th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Magnolia ISD
08.2002 - 05.2013
Elementary Education PRK-6
English for Speakers of Other Languages PRK-12
Middle Level Generalist 5-8
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Sam Houston State University
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