JASMINE YATES
Summary
Highly enthusiastic and compassionate 2nd Grade Teacher with a background in social work, dedicated to building a high-achieving learning community through strong parent partnerships and unified teacher teamwork. Recognized as Teacher of the Year (2025-2026), I bring energy, empathy, and a deep understanding of students' social-emotional needs into the classroom while using data-driven instruction to spark continuous achievement. I am committed to creating an inclusive, engaging environment and fostering transparent, trust-based connections between school and families to ensure every student succeeds.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd Grade Self-Contained Teacher (Team Lead)
Reed Elementary
Allen, Texas
08.2025 - Current
- Direct grade-level collaboration and instructional planning as the Team Lead.
- Manage all core subjects in a self-contained setting, creating a consistent and supportive learning environment.
- Provided leadership in facilitating and implementing Structured Content Reading (SCR) practices across the 2nd grade team to improve literacy instruction and student achievement.
- Collaborate with parents to support student learning and development.
5th Grade RLA Teacher
Reed Elementary
Allen, TX
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Implemented HMH Writable to drive student growth and proficiency on STAAR assessments.
- Developed and implemented rigorous, state-aligned lessons for upper elementary students.
- Collaborated with the Sunshine Committee to boost staff morale and campus culture.
- Analyzed student behavior data to identify trends and recommend targeted interventions through the Behavior Committee.
1st Grade Teacher
Mendenhall Elementary
Plano, TX
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided instructional, management, and assessment strategies to meet the different needs of 1st grade students.
- Co-led the Lego Robotics Team, overseeing coding, teamwork, and project-based learning initiatives.
- Designed and implemented performance improvement plans for underperforming students in consultation with parents.
2nd Grade ESL Teacher
Adams Elementary
Arlington, TX
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Team Lead: Facilitated grade-level meetings and coordinated instructional strategies among 2nd-grade staff.
- Instructional Lead: Served on the Instructional Lead Committee to formulate campus-wide professional development plans and adopt new teaching methodologies.
- Implemented interventions to bridge gaps using Amplify and Imagine Math.
- Utilized technology throughout lesson cycles to assess and monitor student progress.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement behavior intervention plans for students with diverse needs.
3rd Grade ESL Teacher
Oaklawn Elementary
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate ESL resources into the curriculum.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Texas A&M Commerce
12-2015
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of North Texas
05-2014
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Data-driven instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Strategic learning environments
- Literacy development
- IEP implementation
Certification
• English as a Second Language Certification, May 2023
• Elementary Education EC-6, May 2023
• Reading Academy, May 2022
• Compass Alternative Certification, August 2017
• Elementary Education EC-6, May 2023
• Reading Academy, May 2022
• Compass Alternative Certification, August 2017
Leadership Experience
- Team Lead, Reed Elementary (Allen ISD), August 2025- Present
- Sunshine Committee Member, Reed Elementary (Allen ISD), August 2024- Present
- Behavior Committee Member, Reed Elementary (Allen ISD), August 2024- May 2025
- Robotics Co-Lead (Lego Robotics Team), Mendenhall Elementary (Plano ISD), August 2023 - May 2024
- Team Lead, Adams Elementary (Arlington ISD), August 2022 - May 2023
- Instructional Lead Committee Member, Adams Elementary (Arlington ISD), August 2021 - May 2023
- LPAC Committee Member, Adams Elementary (Arlington ISD), August 2021 - May 2023
- Sunshine Committee Member, Adams Elementary (Arlington ISD), August 2019 - May 2021
Awards
- Teacher of the Year, Reed Elementary (Allen ISD), February 2026
- PBIS Teacher of the Year, Adams Elementary (Arlington ISD), April 2021
Timeline
2nd Grade Self-Contained Teacher (Team Lead)
Reed Elementary
08.2025 - Current
5th Grade RLA Teacher
Reed Elementary
08.2024 - 05.2025
1st Grade Teacher
Mendenhall Elementary
08.2023 - 05.2024
2nd Grade ESL Teacher
Adams Elementary
08.2019 - 05.2023
3rd Grade ESL Teacher
Oaklawn Elementary
01.2018 - 01.2019
Master of Social Work -
Texas A&M Commerce
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of North Texas