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Jessica Appel

Amarillo,TX

Summary

Dynamic educator from Amarillo ISD with expertise in lesson planning and technology integration, driving student engagement and improving learning outcomes. Skilled in fostering multi-cultural awareness through innovative STEM encouragement and personalized learning strategies, resulting in elevated academic growth. Proven track record in facilitating discussions, showcasing a blend of hard and soft skills. Patient Math Teacher with over 10 years of academic experience, known for resourceful and engaging teaching style. Caring and hardworking professional committed to cultivating productive learning environments to drive student progress and comprehension.


Overview

10
10
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 the district UIL Competitions, leading to 2 district recognitions.
  • 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.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.

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

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX
08-2025

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX
08.2015

Skills

  • Lesson Planning
  • Enforcing Rules and Expectations
  • Technology Integration
  • Discussion Facilitation
  • Learning Strategies
  • Instruction Modifications
  • Student Engagement
  • Multi-Cultural Awareness
  • Parent and student communication
  • Classroom instruction
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Organization

Accomplishments

  • TTAP/STAAR Item Review in Austin Team Member
  • CHAMPS Committee Leader and Coach
  • Technology Coordinator for Primary Grades
  • First Year Mentor Teacher
  • Golden Key International Honour Society

Certification

  • ESL Certification
  • TSR Certified
  • EC-6 Generalist
  • EC-12 SPED Certification

Awards

2025 Campus Teacher of the Year

2025 Amarillo Independent School District Elementary Teacher of the Year

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

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

West Texas A&M University

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

West Texas A&M University

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