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Jennifer Townsend

Richmond

Summary

Passionate and dedicated ESL educator with over 25 years of classroom experience at Lamar Consolidated Independent School District, specializing in differentiated instruction and classroom management. Proven ability to enhance student engagement through creative lesson plans and positive reinforcement, fostering academic and social growth. Committed to using assessment techniques to tailor learning experiences for diverse learners.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pre-K ESL Teacher

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Personalized instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students.
  • Developed and maintained effective record keeping system for tracking learner attendance, participation and progress.
  • Supported students holistically to achieve academic success.

Kindergarten ESL Teacher

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
08.2018 - 05.2021
  • Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
  • Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.
  • Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
  • Created and supervised variety of hands-on learning activities for fun and engagement.

Third Grade ESL Math and Science Teacher

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
08.2016 - 05.2018
  • Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
  • Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
  • Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.

Second Grade ESL Teacher

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
08.2005 - 05.2016
  • Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
  • Promoted critical thinking to build subject engagement and interaction.
  • Modified curriculum plans with colleagues to meet changing student needs.
  • Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.

Kindergarten ESL Teacher

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
08.2004 - 05.2005
  • Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
  • Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
  • Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.

Second Grade Teacher

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
08.2003 - 05.2004
  • Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
  • Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.

Kindergarten Teacher

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
08.2001 - 05.2003
  • Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
  • Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
  • Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.

Second Grade Teacher

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
08.1999 - 05.2001
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.

Kindergarten ESL Teacher

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
08.2022 - 04.2024
  • Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress.
  • Teamed with other professionals to enhance student learning experiences.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management strategies for creation of ideal learning environment.
  • Monitored use of technology, enhancing student learning and technological skills.
  • Rewarded student success by utilizing praise and positive reinforcement techniques.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX
12-1998

Skills

  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Certified ESL instructor
  • Classroom management
  • Phonics
  • Project-based learning
  • Small group instruction
  • Creativity
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Communication skills
  • Assessment techniques
  • Student motivation

Certification

  • English as a Second Language (Pre K - 8th)
  • Elementary Health Education (1st - 8th)
  • Elementary Self Contained (1st - 8th)
  • Elementary Early Childhood Education (Pre K - 6th)

Timeline

Kindergarten ESL Teacher

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
08.2022 - 04.2024

Pre-K ESL Teacher

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
08.2021 - 05.2022

Kindergarten ESL Teacher

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
08.2018 - 05.2021

Third Grade ESL Math and Science Teacher

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
08.2016 - 05.2018

Second Grade ESL Teacher

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
08.2005 - 05.2016

Kindergarten ESL Teacher

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
08.2004 - 05.2005

Second Grade Teacher

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
08.2003 - 05.2004

Kindergarten Teacher

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
08.2001 - 05.2003

Second Grade Teacher

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
08.1999 - 05.2001

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Sam Houston State University

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