Jennifer Hamilton

2021-2023 2nd grade teacher

2023-present 4th grade teacher

• Established a positive classroom community through effective classroom management strategies and implementing collaborative projects.
• Evaluated and assessed student reading progress in several different ways, including IReady, Beable, Star Testing, Accelerated Reader and Columbia.
• Analyzed data to provide differentiated instruction to small, targeted groups.
• In IReady, students grew 168% towards Typical Yearly Growth, which was the highest in 4th grade.
• Developed comprehensive lesson plans in 4th grade Science and Social Studies to meet curriculum standards
• Administered NJSLA Math and ELA
• Collaborated with grade-level teachers to discuss creative ways to meet the needs of students
• Head of Future Acts, our school community service club
• Treasurer for Sunshine Club
• Organized schoolwide Pep Rally for Eagles Super Bowl
• Organized schoolwide Coin War that raised $2000 for a Washington Twp fundraiser-Helping Hands Hoagie sale

• Took over class for regular Kindergarten teacher on maternity leave, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
• Organized and implemented lesson plans for 2 cohorts of students, as well as full-time homebound students during the Covid-19 quarantine
• Enhanced classroom management, implementing positive reinforcement techniques to foster a supportive learning environment.
• Adjusted instructional strategies based on ongoing assessments of student needs and abilities, ensuring optimal learning outcomes for all learners.

• Taught online Basic Skills math lessons for Kindergarten/1st grade students during Covid-19 quarantine
• Developed and adjusted math lesson plans based on ongoing assessments for Kindergarten/1st grade online classes
• Organized class, small group and individual online instruction schedule with multiple teachers

• Planned and presided over a variety of fundraisers
• Raised over $20,000 at Designer Bag Bingo
• Publicly spoke at meetings and to teachers about involvement
• Prepared and assigned tasks to each Board member and followed through until completion
• Efficiently kept simultaneous projects on schedule

• Established positive guest relationships while serving food and drink
• Worked collaboratively with all members of the restaurant team to provide high-level service
• Oversaw the planning and day-of operations of the annual charity golf tournament for 9 years