Jessica Clark
Alexandria,Virginia
Summary
Upbeat elementary teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Self-Contained Special Education Teacher
Fairview Public Schools
Fairview, NJ
08.2023 - Current
- Utilized various teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students had equal opportunities to succeed.
- Implemented individualized learning plans for students with special needs, promoting academic growth and success.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent routines and procedures.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication and increased parental involvement in their child''s education.
- Monitored student performance data to identify areas of improvement and adjust instruction accordingly, enhancing overall learning outcomes.
Second Grade Teacher
John Adams Elementary School
Alexandria, VA
08.2022 - Current
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
Lead Kindergarten Teacher
Bridges Public Charter School
Washington, DC
08.2018 - 06.2022
- Created child-centered learning environment characterized by consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Delegated tasks to teacher assistants and school volunteers.
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
Special Education Student Teacher
Maryland School For The Deaf
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Taught and communicated with students and staff using American Sign Language.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse and physically diverse students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Education
Masters of Education - Special Education
University Of Maryland - College Park
College Park, MD05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Deaf Studies
Towson University
Towson, MD05.2018
Skills
- Anti-bullying techniques
- Early childhood development
- Team Collaboration
- IEP specialist
- Special education
- Differentiated instruction
- Conversational in American Sign Language
Timeline
Self-Contained Special Education Teacher
Fairview Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Second Grade Teacher
John Adams Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
Lead Kindergarten Teacher
Bridges Public Charter School
08.2018 - 06.2022
Special Education Student Teacher
Maryland School For The Deaf
01.2017 - 05.2017
Masters of Education - Special Education
University Of Maryland - College Park
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Deaf Studies
Towson University
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