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Jessica Ketcham

WESTFIELD,IN

Summary

Accomplished third grade teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Third Grade Teacher

Carmel Clay School District
08.2013 - Current
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
  • Assessed student understanding regularly using various formative assessment techniques, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining consistent expectations.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in a more cohesive instructional approach across grade level teams.
  • Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, improving overall classroom performance in standardized tests.
  • Established strong parent-teacher relationships to ensure open lines of communication regarding student progress and needs.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Strengthened communication skills among students through collaborative projects and presentations.
  • Integrated social-emotional learning strategies into daily lessons, fostering empathy and emotional intelligence among students.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
  • Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
  • Organized engaging field trips and guest speakers to broaden student perspectives and enrich their understanding of curricular topics.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Enhanced students'' reading comprehension by incorporating diverse literary genres and fostering group discussions.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
  • Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
  • Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
  • Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

Ball State University
Muncie, IN
05.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Bob Jones University
Greenville, South Carolina
05.2016

Skills

  • Collaborative Teaching
  • Team Collaboration
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • Classroom Management
  • Relationship Building
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Lesson Planning
  • Activity Planning
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Student assessment
  • Technology Integration

Accomplishments

  • Commended for exceptional teaching and support to students.
  • Facilitated new social emotional curriculum by implementing the program school wide.
  • Earned Teacher of the Year award in 2022.

Certification

  • Teaching License - 2016-2025
  • Reading Specialist License - 2016-2025
  • High Ability License - 2022-2025

Timeline

Third Grade Teacher

Carmel Clay School District
08.2013 - Current

Master of Arts - Education

Ball State University

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Bob Jones University
Jessica Ketcham