JENNIFER TUCH
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Enthusiastic Elementary School Teacher effective at providing quality instruction and fostering a positive learning environment for all students. Possesses superb leadership and communication skills. Easily cultivates trusting and productive relationships with students, parents, teachers, and administration.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
THIRD GRADE TEACHER-L.A.U.S.D.
Enadia Way Technology Charter
West Hills, CA
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to cover core subjects such as math, science, language arts, and social studies.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Utilized educational technology to enhance teaching and learning experiences.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
- Guided students in the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
FOURTH/THIRD GRADE TEACHER-L.A.U.S.D.
Lovelia P. Flournoy Elementary Math/Science/Technology STEAM Magnet
Los Angeles, CA
09.2012 - 06.2023
- Teaches Balanced Literacy: Read Alouds, Guided, Interactive, and Shared Reading, Interactive and Shared Writing, Reading and Writer's Workshop and Word Study
- Uses technology to elevate/engage student learning
- Implements small, differentiated groups driven by ongoing assessment data
- Incorporates Math Practices, relevant Math Targets / Claims and CGI Math WS
- Uses 21st Century Skills and appropriate DOK Levels to create rigor within lessons
- Administers SBAC/IABs/TRC/DIBELS/ELPAC
- Designs lessons which highlight STEAM access points for guiding student inquiry
- Uses positive incentive/consequence discipline plan
READING TUTOR
Cal State University, Northridge/Reading Credential
Northridge, CA
12.2009 - 04.2011
- Administered formal reading assessments in comprehension and word decoding
- Conducted student interest surveys to guide reading choices
- Implemented various reading strategies and multiple modalities such as technology, manipulatives, thinking maps, graphic organizers, varied literature, etc
- Continually used student data results to drive each succeeding tutor session
- Composed a written tutee case study and analysis of students' progression; including analysis of successful strategies and reading suggestions presented to parents within the culminating conference
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Los Angeles Unified School District
Los Angeles, CA
08.2009 - 04.2011
- Instructed ELA lessons using phonics and comprehension skills/strategies and Math, Science, and Social Studies lessons, etc
- Effectively implemented behavior management using progressive discipline techniques and providing incentives and positive reinforcement
- Successfully connected with students and developed original lesson plans when needed
FOURTH GRADE TEACHER-L.A.U.S.D.
Western Avenue Elementary School
Los Angeles, CA
10.2007 - 05.2009
- Conducted ELD/ELA lessons using TPR strategies, reality based visuals, graphic organizers, thinking maps, cooperative groups, small groups, and IWT/UAC
- Produced Active Learning and Differentiated Instructional lesson plans based on individual needs
- Implemented ongoing formal/informal assessments to drive instruction, such as; unit tests, quizzes, observation, student conferences, questioning, class assignments, and homework
- Created Positive and Progressive discipline behavior management based on classroom rules, contracts, incentives, and positive reinforcement
Education
Specialized Reading and Language Arts Credential - Elementary Education
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA, United States01.2012
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - Elementary Education
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA, United States01.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Radio-Television-Film
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA, United States01.1995
Skills
- Standards-based lesson planning with appropriate DOK levels and technology infusion
- Implements instructional best practices and 21st century skills
- NCLB Highly Qualified
- Administers tests: SBAC, IABs, TRC, DIBELS, ELPAC, i-READY
- Urban Public Schools Background
- Interprets data to drive lesson plan instruction
- Performs ELD instruction
- Works with mainstreamed special needs students and IEPs/SSPTs
- Team Player and School Committee experience
Timeline
THIRD GRADE TEACHER-L.A.U.S.D.
Enadia Way Technology Charter
08.2023 - 06.2024
FOURTH/THIRD GRADE TEACHER-L.A.U.S.D.
Lovelia P. Flournoy Elementary Math/Science/Technology STEAM Magnet
09.2012 - 06.2023
READING TUTOR
Cal State University, Northridge/Reading Credential
12.2009 - 04.2011
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Los Angeles Unified School District
08.2009 - 04.2011
FOURTH GRADE TEACHER-L.A.U.S.D.
Western Avenue Elementary School
10.2007 - 05.2009
Specialized Reading and Language Arts Credential - Elementary Education
California State University, Northridge
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - Elementary Education
California State University, Northridge
Bachelor of Arts - Radio-Television-Film
California State University, Northridge