Janice Lofton
Elementary Educator
Pueblo,CO - Colorado
Summary
Upbeat classroom teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Fourth Grade Teacher
Pueblo District 70
Beulah, CO
08.2019 - Current
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
First/Second Grade Classroom Teacher
Beulah School Of Natural Sciences
Beulah, CO
08.2017 - Current
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Designed dynamic lesson plans based on student interests to increase overall student GPA.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
Fourth Grade Teacher, Remote Learning
Pueblo County School District 70
Pueblo, CO
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Prairie Winds Elementary
Pueblo West, CO
08.2011 - 06.2017
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
Special Education Generalist
Prairie Winds Elementary
Pueblo West, CO
06.2009 - 08.2011
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Collaborated with students with multiple degrees of special needs to accomplish various tasks.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Elementary School Teacher, Grades 2, 3 and 4
Encinitas Elementary School District
Encinitas, CA
09.1996 - 06.2007
- Used learning stations to incorporate colors, shapes and textures to help students develop communication skills and build relationships.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology and history.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University-San Marcos
San Marcos, CA 05.1995 - 05.1995
California Teaching Credential - Special Education, ELL
California State University-San Marcos
San Marcos, CA 06.1995 - 09.1996
Master of Education - Education, ELL
Colorado State University - Pueblo
Pueblo, CO 09.2013 - 05.2015
Skills
Organizational skills
undefinedTimeline
Fourth Grade Teacher, Remote Learning
Pueblo County School District 70
08.2020 - 06.2021
Fourth Grade Teacher
Pueblo District 70
08.2019 - Current
First/Second Grade Classroom Teacher
Beulah School Of Natural Sciences
08.2017 - Current
Master of Education - Education, ELL
Colorado State University - Pueblo
09.2013 - 05.2015
Fourth Grade Teacher
Prairie Winds Elementary
08.2011 - 06.2017
Special Education Generalist
Prairie Winds Elementary
06.2009 - 08.2011
Elementary School Teacher, Grades 2, 3 and 4
Encinitas Elementary School District
09.1996 - 06.2007
California Teaching Credential - Special Education, ELL
California State University-San Marcos
06.1995 - 09.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University-San Marcos
05.1995 - 05.1995
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