Jennifer Thomas
Curwensville,PA
Summary
Accomplished Elementary Education/Special Education Teacher with a track record of fostering student engagement and academic growth at Pyramid Healthcare. Expert in differentiated instruction and behavior management, significantly enhancing learning outcomes. Demonstrated success in developing inclusive curriculum and promoting social-emotional learning. Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher/Lead Special Education Teacher
Pyramid Healthcare
04.2023 - Current
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Modified IEP's to address students' behavioral and academic needs and requirements
- Designed lessons and facilitated them to each student's individual academic and behavioral needs
- Engaged in positive teacher/parent conferences and relationships
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Elementary Teacher, Grades 1-3
Harmony Area School District
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Analyzed students abilities and coordinated lessons, cooperated with executive staff members and developed individualized learning plans to overcome student obstacles.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Elementary School Teacher
DuBois Area School District
08.2001 - 12.2013
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Penn State University Park
University Park, PA12.1999
Skills
- Group Instruction
- Small Group Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Curriculum Implementation
- Child Development
- Special Needs Students
- Lesson Planning
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Management
- Student-Centered Learning
- Community involvement
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student needs assessment
- Project-based learning
- Social-Emotional Learning training
- Special Education
- Critical Thinking
Farming
I grew up on a beef farm in Curwensville, PA and am very familiar with the 4H program that Clearfield County offers. I have raised my own cattle, pigs, chickens, turkeys, and goats, as well as gardens to can the harvest. I understand the farming community and way of life.
Timeline
Teacher/Lead Special Education Teacher
Pyramid Healthcare
04.2023 - Current
Elementary Teacher, Grades 1-3
Harmony Area School District
03.2021 - 06.2022
Elementary School Teacher
DuBois Area School District
08.2001 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Penn State University Park