Jennifer Wilson
Deland,Fl
Summary
Energetic elementary Teacher with three years of school instruction experience. Communicates with students and parents to provide clear academic expectations and foster student success. Reports progress, challenges, and behavioral issues to support student development and include caregivers in improvement strategies. Enthusiastic educator with proficiency in behavior modeling. Reliable candidate ready to take on challenges in a position using problem-solving and task prioritization skills to help team succeed. Capable educator experienced working in challenging environments. Excited about the opportunity to take the next career step. Talented teacher skilled at completing daily assignments and contributing to team success. Always willing to take on any task. Adapts quickly to new needs and policies. Dependable employee seeking opportunity to expand skills and contribute to company success. Considered hardworking, ethical, and detail-oriented. Upbeat teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Citrus Grove Elementary
06.2023 - Current
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions.
- Increased parent involvement in their child''s education by conducting regular parent-teacher conferences and providing resources for at-home learning support.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills through inquiry-based learning activities and group projects.
- Enhanced classroom management techniques, resulting in a more focused and productive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected subjects such as math, science, and social studies.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Implemented positive behavior support strategies, promoting a respectful and inclusive classroom culture.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
Kindergarten Teacher
Citrus Grove Elementary
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
First Grade Teacher
Timbercrest Elementary
06.2010 - 06.2011
- Established clear objectives for lessons and guided learning process toward curriculum goal achievement
- Evaluated student accomplishments regularly and communicated with parents and guardians to report student progress, challenges, and behavioral patterns or concerns
- Diversified instructional tools and lesson content to accommodate individual differences and learning modalities
- Planned daily lessons, activities, and learning objectives to deliver developmentally appropriate curriculum
- Documented student progress and challenges, as well as attendance and performance records, in accordance with district and school policies
- Prepared materials and classrooms for class activities
- Maintained warm, nurturing classroom environment focused on learning and student support.
Education
Bachelors in Elementary Education -
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FLSkills
- Lesson planning
- Academic record keeping
- Diverse learning modalities
- Technology-based instruction
- Classroom management
- Progress reporting
- Student assessment
- Standardized tests
- Play-Based Learning
- Lesson Planning
- Writing instruction
- Materials sourcing
- Team Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- Activity Development
- Problem-solving skills
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Citrus Grove Elementary
06.2023 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Citrus Grove Elementary
08.2022 - 06.2023
First Grade Teacher
Timbercrest Elementary
06.2010 - 06.2011
Bachelors in Elementary Education -
University of Central Florida
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