Jessica Bakos
Glendale,AZ
Summary
Energetic Educator and former College Co-Ed Cheerleading Coach with results-oriented experience in classroom management and early childhood development. Skilled in differentiated instruction, mentoring new teachers, and fostering teamwork and organization. Known for building positive relationships with students and families, driving academic and personal growth for each. Committed to child development while focusing on creativity and structure with solid routines.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Deer Valley Unified School District
03.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.
Mentor Teacher
Arizona Students Achieving Mathmatics Academy
08.2008 - 06.2012
- Mentored new and advanced teachers and administrators, providing guidance on instructional strategies and classroom management techniques for successful outcomes.
- Collaborated with team to share resources and best practices for increased effectiveness across the school.
- Led team of teachers in adopting new Math program which diversified teaching methods and engaged students more effectively.
Kindergarten Teacher
Cartwright School DIstrict
07.2005 - 05.2010
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on lesson planning, classroom management, and instructional strategies.
- Took on role as kindergarten team lead to collaborate with coworkers and administrators to foster growth and learning in each classroom.
Co-Ed Cheerleading Coach
Arizona State University
02.2007 - 04.2009
- Fostered a positive and supportive environment, promoting teamwork and sportsmanship among cheerleaders.
- Provided training direction, encouragement and motivation to prepare cheerleaders for events.
- Managed scheduling for practices, performances, and public events ensuring timely communication with event coordinators and team members.
- Mentored young athletes, providing guidance on personal growth and academic achievements.
- Coordinated with school officials to ensure alignment with academic standards and athletic goals along with implementing a safe and professional atmosphere at practice and events.
Education
Bachelors Degree - Early Childhood Education
University of Toledo
Toledo, Ohio12.2003
Skills
- Speaker/Leader/Mentor
- Lesson Planning
- Early Childhood Development
- Classroom Management & Organization
- ESL- English as Second Language
- Curriculum Development
- Community involvement
- Team Teaching and Collaboration
Certification
- Arizona Standard Professional Elementary Certificate
- Arizona Standard Professional Early Childhood Education Birth-Age 8/Grade 3
- Arizona Structured English Immersion Full Endorsement
- Arizona Students Achieving Mathmatics Academy (ASAMA) Mentor Certified in Grant Program
- DIBELS Trained 8th Edition
- Deer Valley Unified Certified Substitute Certificate
- Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Deer Valley Unified School District
03.2024 - Current
Mentor Teacher
Arizona Students Achieving Mathmatics Academy
08.2008 - 06.2012
Co-Ed Cheerleading Coach
Arizona State University
02.2007 - 04.2009
Kindergarten Teacher
Cartwright School DIstrict
07.2005 - 05.2010
Bachelors Degree - Early Childhood Education
University of Toledo
- Arizona Standard Professional Elementary Certificate
- Arizona Standard Professional Early Childhood Education Birth-Age 8/Grade 3
- Arizona Structured English Immersion Full Endorsement
- Arizona Students Achieving Mathmatics Academy (ASAMA) Mentor Certified in Grant Program
- DIBELS Trained 8th Edition
- Deer Valley Unified Certified Substitute Certificate
- Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
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