Jenny Gordon
Saint Johns,Arizona
Summary
Accomplished educator with a proven track record at La Petite Academy Inc., adept in Classroom Management and fostering Growth Mindset. Renowned for enhancing student engagement and performance through innovative learning strategies and effective parent-teacher communication. Successfully mentored new teachers, demonstrating exceptional critical thinking and motivational skills. Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
La Petite Academy Inc.
03.2015 - 05.2020
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
Teacher
Open Arms Preschool
06.2013 - 03.2015
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Teacher
Bright Horizon Banner
02.2011 - 05.2013
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Merrillville Senior High School
08.1999 - 06.2003
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Assisted in developing IEPs for special needs students, ensuring appropriate accommodations were provided to support their learning goals.
- Acted as a liaison between home and school communities, facilitating open lines of communication to address concerns or celebrate successes related to student progress.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance and support throughout their first year of teaching.
- Enhanced classroom engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Taft Junior High
08.1999 - 04.2000
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Education
No Degree - Accounting
Axia College Phoenix
Phoenix, United States07.2011
High School Diploma -
Merrillville Senior High
Merrillville, United States01.1999
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Motivating students
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Growth Mindset
- Lesson Planning
- Student Engagement
- Learning Strategies
- Student assessment
- Curriculum Implementation
- Project-based learning
- Assessment Strategies
Timeline
Teacher
La Petite Academy Inc.
03.2015 - 05.2020
Teacher
Open Arms Preschool
06.2013 - 03.2015
Teacher
Bright Horizon Banner
02.2011 - 05.2013
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Merrillville Senior High School
08.1999 - 06.2003
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Taft Junior High
08.1999 - 04.2000
No Degree - Accounting
Axia College Phoenix
High School Diploma -
Merrillville Senior High
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