Jennifer McLaughlin
Trussville
Summary
I am an elementary teacher with 25 years of experience. I became National Board Certified in 2006 and recertified in 2016. I am skilled in differentiated instruction, effectively assessing student progress, and implementing engaging lessons. I am a collaborative team player focused on achieving academic success. I am looking to apply my experience and skills to a new organization after retiring from my current teaching position.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade Teacher
Paine Elementary School
Trussville, AL
08.2005 - 06.2026
- Taught reading, ELA, science, and social studies to multiple classes of 5th grade students
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and respect.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance learning experiences and engagement.
- Coordinated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student development and academic goals.
- Cooperative teacher for student teachers
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on instructional strategies and classroom management.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices in teaching 5th grade students.
- Writing Committee
- Field Trip Coordinator
- Collaboration and Design Leader for 5th grade ELA
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, modifying instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, connecting subject matter across various topics.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to meet the diverse needs of all learners within the classroom.
- Promoted literacy skills through guided reading sessions, literature circles, and writing workshops.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Fultondale Elementary School
Fultondale, Al
08.2001 - 06.2005
- Taught all subject areas in 3rd grade classroom
- Cooperative teacher for student teacher
- Managed classroom behavior effectively through consistent expectations, clear rules, and appropriate consequences for undesirable actions.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and best practices in teaching methods.
- Trained in the Alabama Reading Initiative
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state curriculum standards.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and respect.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing targeted feedback for improvement.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2006
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL06-2001
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Collaborative teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Time management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Proficient with: Microsoft Word, Google Docs, Planbook, Google Classroom, Schoology, Powerschool, Zoom, Aimsweb Plus, and Renaissance Place
Certification
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards 2006 and recertified in 2016
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher
Paine Elementary School
08.2005 - 06.2026
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Fultondale Elementary School
08.2001 - 06.2005
Master of Science - Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Alabama At Birmingham