Jarrah Lindley
Shiloh
Summary
I am a qualified teacher with strong background in early childhood education and fostering a positive and engaging learning environment. I successfully implement creative lesson plans and activities that promote cognitive and social development. I communicate effectively with parents and collaborate with colleagues to achieve educational goals. I am flexible, empathetic, caring, and truly want the best for any and every student that walks into my classroom.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Whiteside School District 115
Belleville, IL
08.2018 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans that align with curriculum standards and student learning objectives.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate varied learning styles and enhance student comprehension.
- Assessed student performance through formative and summative evaluations, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that foster critical thinking and teamwork among students.
- Advocated for student needs by communicating effectively with parents, administrators, and support staff to ensure a supportive learning environment.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
Teacher
Belle Valley School District 119
Belleville, IL
11.2016 - 05.2018
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Teacher
East Alton School District 13
East Alton, IL
08.2013 - 05.2016
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Advocated for student needs by communicating effectively with parents, administrators, and support staff to ensure a supportive learning environment.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Pre-K Paraprofessional
Bethalto Community Unit School District # 8
Bethalto, IL
08.2009 - 05.2013
- Supported classroom activities by assisting teachers with lesson planning and material preparation.
- Guided small groups in skill development, enhancing literacy and numeracy competencies among students.
- Fostered positive relationships with students to create a supportive and engaging learning environment.
- Collaborated with educators to monitor student progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
- Contributed ideas during staff meetings aimed at improving overall quality and effectiveness of the Pre-K program.
- Aided in preparing materials for daily lessons, allowing lead teacher more time focusing on instructional planning.
- Enhanced classroom management by creating a positive and nurturing environment for young learners.
- Implemented effective behavior management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused classroom environment.
- Promoted the development of social skills among Pre-K students through interactive group activities.
Education
Letter of Approval - Early Childhood Special Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Edwardsville, ILBachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, Illinois, IL05-2009
High School Diploma -
Civic Memorial High School
05-2004
Skills
- Classroom management
- Social-emotional learning
- Flexible and adaptive
- Empathy and patience
- Student rapport
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
Timeline
Teacher
Whiteside School District 115
08.2018 - Current
Teacher
Belle Valley School District 119
11.2016 - 05.2018
Teacher
East Alton School District 13
08.2013 - 05.2016
Pre-K Paraprofessional
Bethalto Community Unit School District # 8
08.2009 - 05.2013
Letter of Approval - Early Childhood Special Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Eastern Illinois University
High School Diploma -
Civic Memorial High School