Jessica Appel
Amarillo,TX
Summary
Dynamic educator from Amarillo ISD, adept in lesson planning and technology integration, significantly enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes. Expert in fostering multi-cultural awareness, demonstrated through innovative STEM encouragement and personalized learning strategies. Proven track record in elevating academic growth and facilitating discussion, showcasing a blend of hard and soft skills. Patient Math Teacher with resourceful and engaging teaching style demonstrated over 9 years of academic experience. Caring and hardworking professional with exceptional work ethic and commitment to cultivating productive learning environments to drive student progress and comprehension.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3rd Grade Math/Science Teacher
Amarillo ISD
08.2022 - Current
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
Lead Teacher
Amarillo ISD
04.2021 - 06.2024
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Amarillo ISD
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
Kindergarten Teacher
Amarillo ISD
08.2015 - 12.2020
- Identified characteristics, needs, abilities, and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
- Created, managed, and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX08.2015
Skills
- Progress Evaluations
- Test Proctoring
- Lesson Planning
- Student Records Management
- Enforcing Rules and Expectations
- Technology Integration
- Discussion Facilitation
- Learning Strategies
- Instruction Modifications
- Student Engagement
- Multi-Cultural Awareness
Accomplishments
- Contributing to TTAP/STAAR Item Review in Austin
- CHAMPS Coordinator
- Technology Coordinator for Primary Grades
- First Year Mentor Teacher
Certification
- ESL Certification
- TSR Certified
- EC-6 Generalist
- EC-12 SPED Certification
Timeline
3rd Grade Math/Science Teacher
Amarillo ISD
08.2022 - Current
Lead Teacher
Amarillo ISD
04.2021 - 06.2024
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Amarillo ISD
01.2021 - 05.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
Amarillo ISD
08.2015 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
West Texas A&M University