Jennifer Walmsley
League City
Summary
Dedicated educator with strong classroom management and collaborative skills. Committed to fostering a safe learning environment and enhancing student engagement through innovative teaching methods. Relationships with students and parents are the key to success!
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
4th Grade Teacher and Team Lead
Friendswood Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
- Member of the Campus Leadership and District Leadership Team
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Collaborated with parents and faculty to support student progress through regular communication and feedback.
- Mentored new teachers on effective classroom management techniques and instructional best practices.
- Led grade-level meetings to coordinate curriculum development and share teaching resources among colleagues.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consequences while fostering a respectful learning environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, addressing the unique needs of each student in the classroom.
- Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, tailoring lesson plans to target areas needing improvement.
- Led professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching techniques and best practices.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians, promoting open communication about student progress and needs.
- Developed strong classroom management skills to maintain a focused learning environment for all students.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing knowledge and expertise to support their growth and success in the classroom.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
3rd Grade Teacher and Team Lead
Friendswood Independent School District
08.2018 - 05.2023
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Fostered positive classroom environment to enhance student participation and collaboration.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods to inform instruction.
- Integrated technology into curriculum to support diverse learning styles and needs.
- Led team members as ELA Content Lead
- Implemented standard based grading policies and systems
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Friendswood Independent School District
08.2014 - 05.2018
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to foster student learning and curiosity.
- Utilized various educational technologies to enhance classroom instruction and student participation.
- Monitored student progress through assessments, providing tailored feedback to support individual growth.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to discuss student performance and strategies for improvement.
- Led initiatives to integrate social-emotional learning into daily curriculum, enhancing student well-being and resilience.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to differentiate lessons according to individual student needs, ensuring academic growth for all learners.
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Friendswood Independent School District
08.2007 - 05.2014
- Math Curriculum Specialist and a member of the district-wide curriculum team to develop and track assessments and data
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and participation.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student academic and social development.
- Assessed student progress regularly to tailor instruction and improve outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX12-1991
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Growth mindset
- Project-based learning
- Collaborative learning
- Social-emotional learning
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Problem-solving skills
- Safe, positive learning environment
Accomplishments
- Earned Teacher of the Year in Galveston in 2002.
- Collaborated with team of 10 in the development and implementation of standards based grading system
Timeline
4th Grade Teacher and Team Lead
Friendswood Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
3rd Grade Teacher and Team Lead
Friendswood Independent School District
08.2018 - 05.2023
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Friendswood Independent School District
08.2014 - 05.2018
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Friendswood Independent School District
08.2007 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Stephen F. Austin State University