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Jennifer Gehling

Jennifer Gehling

Teacher/Literacy Strategist
Wichita Falls,TX

Summary

Experienced elementary and middle school educator proficient in language arts and American history. Demonstrated skills in spelling, grammar and verbal communication principles. Licensed in New Mexico and Texas. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Energetic teacher genuinely interested in and respectful of young people. Passionate about Literacy and committed to maintaining up-to-date knowledge in field. Trained in unique needs of middle school and elementary learners. Accomplished Reading Teacher, successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development. 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.

Work History

4th Grade ELAR/8th Grade History Teacher

Wichita Falls ISD - Wichita Falls, TX
2023.08 - Current
  • Promoted cultural understanding and global awareness by integrating world history themes into curriculum
  • Designed creative projects that allowed students to demonstrate their understanding of course material in various ways, catering to different learning preferences
  • Participated in departmental curriculum development, program administration, and committee management.

5th -8th Grade English Teacher, Reading Specialist

Midland ISD - Midland, TX
2017.08 - 2023.05
  • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways
  • Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material
  • Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts
  • Kept classroom organized, clean, and safe for students and visitors
  • Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.

7th Grade English Teacher

Stanton ISD - Stanton, TX
2016.08 - 2017.06
  • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress
  • Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests
  • Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals
  • Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills
  • Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success
  • Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas
  • Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice
  • Utilized group and hands-on learning experiences for proficient teacher evaluation score.

5th Grade Reading/Writing Teacher

Carlsbad Municipal School District
2014.08 - 2016.06
  • Midland ISD, Midland, , 432-352-6067 Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district
  • Provided tutoring and after school assistance to students requiring additional help with reading
  • Affirmatively communicated and promoted positive attitude with each and every student
  • Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students
  • Supervised small reading groups of students.

Head Start Teacher

Family Services
2014.03 - 2014.07
  • Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress
  • Enhanced 4-year-old students understanding of rules, safety and behavioral guidelines and disciplinary protocols by redesigning and simplifying them
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.

PreK Aide

Northeast ISD
2013.08 - 2014.03
  • Helped support a new Pre-K teacher
  • Taught lessons to Pre-K students
  • Helped with emotional and social interactions between preschoolers
  • Led small groups with Pre-K students
  • Helped preschoolers with proper hygiene.

Kindergarten teacher

Luv-n-Care
2013.03 - 2013.10
  • Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects
  • Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student
  • Created, managed and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives
  • Integrated outdoor education into lesson plans
  • Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature and handwriting.

Pre-K teacher

Hill Country Day School
2012.08 - 2013.03
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures
  • Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning
  • Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.

Substitute Teacher

Comal ISD
2010.12 - 2012.05
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
  • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
  • Administered and graded tests and quizzes and reported performance to primary teacher
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance
  • Assigned, explained and graded homework
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.

3rd Grade Teacher

Jacksonville ISD
2000.08 - 2000.11
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills
  • Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.

Pre-K teacher

Northbrook School
1998.03 - 1998.09
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters
  • Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures
  • Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.

3rd and 5th Grade Teacher

Kopperl ISD
1996.08 - 1998.03
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline
  • Attended staff training sessions, meetings and programs
  • Maintained fun, interactive, clean and organized classroom
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions
  • Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.

7th Grade Student Teaching

Southwest Middle School
1996.01 - 1996.05
  • Stood in for teachers, checking lesson plans to provide consistent teaching to students
  • Helped teachers decorate and organize classrooms with age-specific decor and organization prior to classes starting
  • Stood in for teachers to supervise classes, deliver lessons and administer tests
  • Graded tests and checked homework assignments, documenting information in student records
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students
  • Had one-on-one sessions with struggling students to increase classroom GPAs and individual student success
  • Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.

Education

Master of Arts Literacy -

University of Texas At The Permian Basin
12.2021

Bachelor of Arts Elementary Education, Social Studies/English -

Harding University
05.1996

Skills

  • Lesson plan implementation
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Literacy skills
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Standardized tests
  • Child development
  • Behavioral improvements
  • Student counseling
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Leadership

Certification

  • Elementary teacher, EC-6
  • English and Social Studies teacher, certified 1-8
  • Elementary Self-Contained, 1-8
  • Literacy Specialist Certification

References

Denice Peterson, principal 575-361-9258

Del Hardaway, principal 940-642-6997

Cole Newton, colleague 936-439-7667

Randy Higgins, colleague 254-258-0937

Jessica Stacy, colleague 575-791-2560

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Jennifer GehlingTeacher/Literacy Strategist