Jennifer Pollard
Stafford,TX
Summary
Dedicated elementary educator with 25 years of experience fostering academic growth, positive behavior, and a love of learning in diverse classrooms. Known for strong classroom management, family communication, and creating engaging, standards-based lessons that support all learners. Passionate about building confident, kind students in a structured and nurturing environment.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher – 2nd Grade
Mark Twain Elementary IB World School
Houston, TX
01.2023 - Current
- Designed and delivered engaging, standards-aligned lessons in reading, writing, math, science, and social studies
- Implemented effective classroom management systems to promote respect, responsibility, and positive behavior
- Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including ESL and special education students
- Communicated consistently with families to support student growth and behavior
- Collaborated with grade-level teams to plan instruction and analyze student data
- Integrated social-emotional learning and kindness into daily classroom routines
- Nominated Teacher of the Year, 2024
Elementary School Teacher – 1st grade
Lovett Elementary School
Houston, TX
01.2008 - 01.2023
- Taught core subjects and adapted instruction for multiple learning styles
- Built strong relationships with students and families
- Supported school-wide initiatives and student events
- Teacher of the Year, 2013
- Mentor Teacher
- Reading Academy
Elementary School Teacher-1st and 2nd grade
Hidden Hollow Elementary School
Kingwood, Texas
01.2002 - 01.2008
- Created structured routines to promote student independence
- Integrate literacy strategies across content areas
Elementary School Teacher-1st grade
Pine Ridge Elementary School
Livingston, Texas
2001 - 2002
Delivered differentiated small group to support struggling and advanced learners
Collaborated with SPED, interventionist, and counselors to support whole-child needs
Established strong classroom routines that promote independence and responsibility
Education
Bachelor’s of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies, Minor in Reading
Stephen F Austin State University
Nacogdoches, Texas05-2001
Skills
- Classroom Management & Positive Behavior Support
- Lesson Planning & Differentiation
- Family Communication
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Curriculum Alignment
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Team Collaboration
- Classroom Technology
Certification
- Texas Certified Teacher – Elementary self-contained (grade 1-8)
- ESL Certification (grade 1-8)
- Reading (grade 1-8)
Short Cover Statement
Teaching is my calling. I believe every child deserves a classroom where they feel safe, valued, and capable. I bring 25 years of experience, strong classroom management, and a heart for helping students grow academically and emotionally.
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher – 2nd Grade
Mark Twain Elementary IB World School
01.2023 - Current
Elementary School Teacher – 1st grade
Lovett Elementary School
01.2008 - 01.2023
Elementary School Teacher-1st and 2nd grade
Hidden Hollow Elementary School
01.2002 - 01.2008
Elementary School Teacher-1st grade
Pine Ridge Elementary School
2001 - 2002
Bachelor’s of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies, Minor in Reading
Stephen F Austin State University