Jessica Galbraith
Bradenton,FL
Summary
Seasoned 1st Grade Elementary Teacher with solid experience in child development and early education. Possess strong communication skills, ability to create engaging lesson plans, and manage classroom effectively. Demonstrated success in fostering positive learning environments, enhancing student performance and providing innovative educational materials. Known for integrating technology into curriculum to promote collaborative learning experiences. Experience in many grade levels. Planned school-wide and grade-level events.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Freedom Elementary School
Bradenton, FL
07.2014 - Current
- Provided feedback on student work in order to promote growth in knowledge acquisition skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan, discuss, and assess learning outcomes.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's academic progress via emails or phone calls.
- Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
- Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments.
- Fostered a classroom culture that supports diversity and inclusivity.
- Monitored student behavior and implemented interventions when necessary.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Utilized a variety of instructional strategies such as whole-class instruction, small group activities, and individualized instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Assisted students in developing social skills through cooperative learning activities.
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Hillsborough County School District
Wimauma, FL
07.2013 - 06.2015
- Provided feedback on student work in order to promote growth in knowledge acquisition skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan, discuss, and assess learning outcomes.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's academic progress via emails or phone calls.
- Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments.
- Encouraged student curiosity and continuous learning by incorporating innovative teaching strategies.
- Fostered a classroom culture that supports diversity and inclusivity.
- Monitored student behavior and implemented interventions when necessary.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance including grades, attendance, homework completion.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching skills and knowledge.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Created a positive classroom environment that fosters respect for diversity, encourages collaboration among peers, and promotes self-regulation skills.
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
- Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
Kindergarten Teacher
Willis Elementary school
Lakewood Ranch , FL
09.2010 - 06.2013
- Grades taught: 5th, 2nd and Kindergarten
- Improved students' reading independence using methodical sensory lessons on phonemic awareness and strategies for decoding by sounding out words.
- Assisted students in developing critical thinking skills through problem solving exercises.
- Documented and shared important milestones with each student's parents and guardians.
- Organized activities that promoted physical, mental and social development.
- Utilized effective classroom management techniques to maintain order in the classroom.
- Promoted collaborative learning among peers through group work activities.
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
- Developed lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to early childhood education.
- Developed positive relationships with students, families, staff members, and outside agencies.
- Integrated technology into lesson plans.
- Implemented focused lessons for literacy readiness highlighting phonics, language comprehension and writing abilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05-2010
Skills
- Team Leader 5 years
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Individualized learning plans
- Problem-solving skills
- School event planning
- Professionalism
- Gifted education
- Parent-teacher collaboration
Timeline
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Freedom Elementary School
07.2014 - Current
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Hillsborough County School District
07.2013 - 06.2015
Kindergarten Teacher
Willis Elementary school
09.2010 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6
University of South Florida
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