Jayme Ricketts
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Focused and dedicated primary school educator with 2 years of experience. Passionate about educating children ages 6 to 9 using various activities and organizational tools. Expert developing lesson plans, creating custom class materials assigning classwork and grading tests. Diplomatic communicator when addressing parents and children about disciplinary actions. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Upbeat 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. Elementary School Teacher with expertise in early education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
ACE's Technical Charter Schools
07.2025 - Current
- Implemented effective assessment strategies for ongoing monitoring of student progress, adjusting instruction as needed to support success.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing consistent expectations and consequences for improved focus and productivity.
- Boosted student engagement by creating a positive classroom environment that fostered collaboration and respect.
- Developed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and real-life connections, promoting critical thinking skills.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, involving them in their child''s education and fostering a supportive home-school partnership.
- Improved student reading comprehension through targeted literacy strategies and guided practice sessions.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
First Grade Teacher
Albuquerque Public Schools
01.2025 - 07.2025
- 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..
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Services
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Instructed small groups or individual students who need extra help or attention
- Utilized various teaching techniques to motivate students and foster their academic growth
- Established positive relationships with administrators, teachers and parents
- Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students
- Monitored classrooms, ensuring that all students were safe and adhering to school rules
- Supervised lunchroom duties, playground activities, field trips and afterschool programs
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure a positive learning environment for students
- Adapted lesson plans to meet the individual needs of each student
- Utilized positive reinforcement to motivate students
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance
- Encouraged student participation and active learning in the classroom
Teacher Intern Elementary and Special Education
Ventana Ranch Elementary School
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Created lesson plans to incorporate mandated topics and include immersive activities for student engagement
- Developed deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing responsibility for student learning
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students
- Collaborated with teacher to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment
Teacher Intern
INEZ Elementary School
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Created lesson plans to incorporate mandated topics and include immersive activities for student engagement
- Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities
- Developed deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing responsibility for student learning
- Selected instructional goals to develop lesson plans that demonstrated knowledge of content
- Collaborated with teacher to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives
- Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Implemented questioning and discussion techniques to encourage student participation and knowledge acquisition
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
New Mexico Highlands University
Rio Rancho, NM05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Special Education
New Mexico Highlands University
Rio Rancho, NM05-2023
Associate of Arts - Elementary And Special Education
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM05-2021
High School Diploma -
Sheridan High School
Sheridan05-2013
Skills
- Classroom management
- Active listening
- Interactive learning
- Individualized learning
- Lesson planning
- Positive reinforcement
- Elementary education
- Differentiated instruction
- Problem-solving skills
- Curriculum development
- Multitasking and organization
- Behavioral management
Certification
- New Mexico Teaching License - January 2025
Timeline
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
ACE's Technical Charter Schools
07.2025 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Albuquerque Public Schools
01.2025 - 07.2025
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Services
09.2023 - 01.2025
Teacher Intern Elementary and Special Education
Ventana Ranch Elementary School
01.2023 - 05.2023
Teacher Intern
INEZ Elementary School
08.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
New Mexico Highlands University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Special Education
New Mexico Highlands University
Associate of Arts - Elementary And Special Education
Central New Mexico Community College
High School Diploma -
Sheridan High School
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