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Jennifer Petroski

Wauna,WA

Summary

Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Various
08.2017 - Current
  • Evaluated student progress through analysis of test scores and homework completion.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance to support classroom instruction.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • 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.

Student Teacher

Peninsula School District
09.2023 - 11.2023


  • Collaborate with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
  • Implement classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
  • Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
  • Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
  • Utilized various teaching techniques and strategies to engage students in learning.
  • Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.

Long-Term Substitute Teacher

North Mason School District
01.2022 - 06.2022
  • Supported instructor with test administration, curriculum development and assignment grading.
  • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
  • Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
  • Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.

Education

K-8 Teacher Certification

Northwest Educational Development
Tacoma, WA
12.2023

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC
05.1998

Skills

  • Elementary education
  • WA State Teaching Credential
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Test Proctoring
  • Technology integration
  • Student testing
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Group Instruction
  • Student Engagement
  • Innovative Lesson Planning
  • Student Assessment
  • Learning Strategies
  • Faculty Collaboration
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Public Speaking

Timeline

Student Teacher

Peninsula School District
09.2023 - 11.2023

Long-Term Substitute Teacher

North Mason School District
01.2022 - 06.2022

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Various
08.2017 - Current

K-8 Teacher Certification

Northwest Educational Development

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Jennifer Petroski