Jesse Wagenaar
Rolesville,United States
Summary
Passionate Teacher with a track record of fostering student engagement and literacy at Thales Academy through innovative curriculum development and interactive teaching methods. I have an undivided heart to lead students in critical thinking and motivating diverse learners and achieving significant classroom success. I am fond of group and individual instruction, demonstrating a commitment to elevating academic performance and cultural sensitivity.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
History and Trivium Teacher
Thales Academy
06.2022 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Instructed and properly managed average class sizes of thirty-two students with varying learning abilities.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
English, Literature, and Language Arts Teacher
Faith Lutheran Middle School And High School
08.2015 - 05.2022
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing innovative teaching techniques and multimedia resources.
- Administered a consistent learning-focus classroom, by establishing and communicating clear objectives, routines, and expectations for all students.
- Ensured that each class maintained a grade point average of a "B" or higher through setting both classroom expectations and academic goals, as well as individual goals.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs and styles.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, promoting a more holistic understanding of language arts.
- Coordinated and immersed cross-cultural activities within English Literature, Social Studies, and Language Arts which served to heighten student interest and comprehension.
- Evaluated student progress and adjusted instructional strategies accordingly, leading to improved performance for struggling learners.
- Throughout the years, attended and participated in a variety of professional development workshops centered on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation, and engaging learning activities through different technology platforms.
Education
Master's in Christian Ministry - Christian Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Graceland University
Lamoni, IA12.2005
Skills
- Curriculum Development and Implementation
- Elementary and Junior High Education
- Critical Thinking
- Project-based learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Serving Diverse Communities
- Lesson Planning
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Motivating students
Accomplishments
Faith Lutheran Five-Year Recognition Award & Teacher of the Month Award.
Tech21 Professional Development Course 2020/2021 school year.
Timeline
History and Trivium Teacher
Thales Academy
06.2022 - Current
English, Literature, and Language Arts Teacher
Faith Lutheran Middle School And High School
08.2015 - 05.2022
Master's in Christian Ministry - Christian Studies
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Graceland University