Jennifer Courtemanch
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Elkridge,MD
5
years of professional experience
Dedicated First Grade Teacher with proven skills in phonics instruction and classroom management. Committed to fostering a collaborative learning environment and enhancing student engagement through innovative lesson planning.
Work History
First Grade Teacher
4 Years 11 Months- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of core subjects.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided timely feedback to promote academic growth.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged collaboration and respect.
- Utilized various assessment tools to evaluate student performance and adapt teaching methods.
- Coordinated with parents and guardians to discuss student development and address concerns.
- Organized classroom activities that promoted social skills and teamwork among students.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine instructional techniques and approaches.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Increased parent involvement in their child''s education by conducting regular parent-teacher conferences and providing resources for at-home learning support.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education/Art And Art History
Skills
Classroom management
Phonics instruction
Organizational skills
Team collaboration
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
08.2021 - 07.2026Read More
Western Maryland College/McDaniel College
Bachelor of Arts from Education/Art And Art History
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