J Elizabeth Gurry
Mandeville,LA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Day Action Team Leader
Abita Springs Elementary School
02.2023 - Current
- Organized our school wide field day two years in a row. Worked on scheduling, planning activities and organizing the volunteers.
Kindergarten Classroom Teacher
St. Tammany Parish School Board
08.2017 - Current
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing differentiated instruction techniques and addressing individual learning needs.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, resulting in increased parent involvement and support for the educational process.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies, leading to improved instructional methods across the school.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance and support to help them acclimate to the school culture and classroom management techniques.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing consistent routines, and maintaining high standards of behavior.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives such as curriculum development committees or professional development workshops, helping improve overall educational quality at the institution.
- Organized extracurricular activities like clubs or field trips that enriched students'' educational experiences while fostering social skills and teamwork abilities.
Math Content Leader 2019- 2020 Training Cohort
St. Tammany Parish School Board
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Developed and executed strategic math lesson plans for student growth, resulting in increased knowledge of mathematics.
- Mentored staff members, helping them develop a deeper understanding of our Eureka Math curriculum and how to better implement their lesson plans.
Lego Club Leader
Abita Springs Elementary School
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Lead teacher of our Lego club for third grade boys. I organized weekly events and activities tailored to a STEM based Lego Moon exploration curriculum.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA05.2016
Skills
- Effective Communicator
- Passion for Learning
- Classroom Management
- Creative
- Continuous Professional Development
- Collaboration
Timeline
Field Day Action Team Leader
Abita Springs Elementary School
02.2023 - Current
Math Content Leader 2019- 2020 Training Cohort
St. Tammany Parish School Board
05.2019 - 05.2020
Lego Club Leader
Abita Springs Elementary School
01.2019 - 05.2019
Kindergarten Classroom Teacher
St. Tammany Parish School Board
08.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Southeastern Louisiana University
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