JENA GOMEZ
Pembroke Pines
Summary
Energetic Elementary Teacher driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies. Excellent at working with different learning styles.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th Grade Teacher
Burke Elementary School
San Antonio
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and provide feedback.
- Tutored individual students outside of regular instructional time in order to meet their specific needs.
- Facilitated small group instruction on reading comprehension strategies in order to support struggling readers.
- Engaged parents and guardians through volunteer opportunities within the classroom or at school events.
3/4th Grade Teacher
The Gathering Place
San Antonio
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Developed 9 week long projects that connect the students to real world problems (PBL).
- Focused on SEL and equity amongst students.
- Provided interventions for gaps in literacy and numeracy.
3rd Grade Gifted Teacher
Parkway Middle School
Lauderhill
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
3/4th Grade Teacher
Atlantic Montessori Charter School
Davie
01.2019 - 06.2021
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
Kindergarten Teacher
Christian Life Academy
Tamarac
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Created child-centered learning environment characterized by consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices.
- Created and supervised variety of hands-on learning activities for fun and engagement.
- Incorporated art, music and physical activity into curriculum for well-rounded education.
4th Grade Teacher
West Hollywood Elementary School
Hollywood
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Teaching Intern
Embassy Creek Elementary
Cooper CIty
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Worked with ESE intervention students
- Created lesson plans with learning targets aligned to Florida State Standards for reading, writing, language arts, math, science, and social studies
- Created a learning environment plan- setting up classroom, creating rules and classroom procedures
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida International University
Miami, FL2016
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Broward College
Hollywood, FL2013
High School Diploma -
McArthur High School
Hollywood, FL01-2010
Skills
- Time Management
- Lesson Planning
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Instructional Strategies
- Team collaboration
- Inclusive education
Training
Marzano Training for Broward County
Map, ST Math, iStation, iReady, Achieve 3000, & Amplify
Assessment: Basic Reading Inventory (BRI) and Rigby Reading Assessment
Certification
- Certified Teacher in Florida and Texas
- ESOL
Timeline
4th Grade Teacher
Burke Elementary School
08.2023 - 06.2025
3/4th Grade Teacher
The Gathering Place
07.2022 - 06.2023
3rd Grade Gifted Teacher
Parkway Middle School
08.2021 - 06.2022
3/4th Grade Teacher
Atlantic Montessori Charter School
01.2019 - 06.2021
Kindergarten Teacher
Christian Life Academy
08.2017 - 01.2019
4th Grade Teacher
West Hollywood Elementary School
08.2016 - 06.2017
Teaching Intern
Embassy Creek Elementary
01.2016 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida International University
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Broward College
High School Diploma -
McArthur High School
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