Jessica Casey
Shawnee
Summary
Thank you for the opportunity to apply for a position at your school. I feel I am a candidate that is familiar with the responsibilities associated with an early childhood teaching position, and can perform them confidently. I am certain that I have the skills to successfully do the job adeptly and perform above expectations. I am an efficient professional who has been consistently praised as quality-oriented by my co-workers and management. I have consistently demonstrated multitasking, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities in every aspect of my professional roles at Bearden and Butner Public Schools. I look forward to elaborating on abilities that will benefit Shawnee Schools. Please contact me at (405) 584-1775.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher - 2nd Grade & 3rd Grade
Shawnee Public Schools
Shawnee, OK
05.2023 - Current
- Designed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of core subjects.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and tailored instruction accordingly.
- Collaborated with parents to communicate student achievements and areas for improvement.
- Integrated technology into lessons to support diverse learning styles and increase engagement.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on curriculum implementation and classroom dynamics.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational best practices and improve teaching effectiveness.
- Improved reading comprehension skills by implementing guided reading groups and literature circles.
- Led after-school tutoring sessions aimed at reinforcing academic concepts and helping students achieve their full potential.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Enhanced students'' mathematical abilities through hands-on activities and real-world examples.
Kindergarten Teacher
Bearden Public School
Okemah, OK
05.2022 - Current
- Developed lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals.
- Created and maintained safe learning environment for students.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Monitored, documented and reported students' progress and performance.
- Assessed each child's developmental needs on continuous basis.
- Coordinated conferences with parents to discuss student progress and establish goals for improvement and advancement.
- Implemented focused lessons for literacy readiness highlighting phonics, language comprehension and writing abilities.
- Documented and shared important milestones with each student's parents and guardians.
- Supervised students on school grounds, field trips and during various school functions.
- Attended educational conferences and teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
- Established and reinforced rules for behavior policies and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Guided reading aloud to spark imagination and foster reading comprehension and vocabulary development.
- Utilized current technology to enhance student learning.
- Fostered language development, comprehension and vocabulary using traditional poetry, nursery rhymes and riddles.
- Employed evidence-based methods of classroom teaching and direction.
- Prepared students for state required achievement assessments.
Kindergarten Teacher
Butner Public School
Cromwell, OK
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Monitored, documented and reported students' progress and performance.
- Implemented focused lessons for reading readiness highlighting phonics, language comprehension and writing abilities.
- Coordinated conferences with parents to discuss student progress and establish goals for improvement and advancement.
- Improved students' reading independence using methodical sensory lessons on phonemic awareness and strategies for decoding by sounding out words.
- Fostered language development, comprehension and vocabulary using traditional poetry, nursery rhymes and riddles.
- Designed lesson plans based on comprehensive teaching of academic, social and personal skills.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Integrated technology into lesson plans.
- Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments.
- Maximized receptive learning and retained student interest through hands on activities and technology.
Encumbrance Clerk
Bearden Public School
OKEMAH, OK
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Answer telephones and give information to callers, take messages, or transfer calls to appropriate individuals
- Greet visitors or callers and handle their inquiries or direct them to the appropriate persons according to their needs
- Operate office equipment such as fax machines, copiers, and phone systems, and use computers for spreadsheet, word processing, database management, and other applications
- Set up and maintain paper and electronic filing systems for records, correspondence, and other material
- Locate and attach appropriate files to incoming correspondence requiring replies
- Pen, read, route, and distribute incoming mail or other materials and answer routine letters
- Complete forms in accordance with company procedures.
- Compose, type, and distribute meeting notes, routine correspondence, and reports
- Learn to operate new office technologies as they are developed and implemented
- Order and dispense supplies.
- Collect and disburse funds from cash accounts, and keep records of collections and disbursements
- Maintain Appropriation and Encumbrance Ledger.
Paraprofessional
Bearden Public School
OKEMAH, OK
05.2013 - 06.2020
- Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips
- Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
- Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
- Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations
- Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development
- Distribute teaching materials such as textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students
- Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations
- Type, file, and duplicate materials.
- Laminate teaching materials to increase their durability under repeated use
- Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms
- Assist in bus loading and unloading.
- Maintain computers in classrooms and laboratories and assist students with hardware and software use
- Grade homework and tests, and compute and record results, using answer sheets or electronic marking devices
- Conduct demonstrations to teach such skills as sports, dancing, and handicrafts
- Assist librarians in school libraries.
- Collect money from students for school-related projects.
Education
LETRS
Oklahoma State Department of Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S - Psychology & Ethics Candidate
Mid-America Christian University
Oklahoma City, OK05.2021
A.A.S - Psychology
Seminole State College
Seminole, OK05.2013
Skills
- Lesson planning
- First Aid/CPR
- Training & Development
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Teambuilding
- Disciplinary techniques
- Educational games
- Child development
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
References
- Dana Chew, Third Grade Teacher, Henryetta Schools (918) 623-7221 - dchew@henryetta.k12.ok.us - Friend/Former Colleague
- Alysa Knox, Pre-K Teacher, SECC (405) 410-2872 - aknox@shawnee.k12.ok.us - Friend
- Tana Johnston, Second Grade Teacher, Bearden Schools (479) 381-6973 - tjohnston@bearden.k12.ok.us - Co-Worker/Friend
- Paige Rutland, Math/Library Science Teacher, Bearden Public School (918) 623-7405 - prutland@bearden.k12.ok.us - Colleague
- Patricia Vanderslice, Retired Teacher, Bearden Public School (918) 391-7424 - pvanderslice@bearden.k12.ok.us - Former Colleague
Timeline
Teacher - 2nd Grade & 3rd Grade
Shawnee Public Schools
05.2023 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Bearden Public School
05.2022 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Butner Public School
07.2021 - 05.2022
Encumbrance Clerk
Bearden Public School
06.2020 - 06.2021
Paraprofessional
Bearden Public School
05.2013 - 06.2020
LETRS
Oklahoma State Department of Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S - Psychology & Ethics Candidate
Mid-America Christian University
A.A.S - Psychology
Seminole State College