Jessica Regan
Tampa,FL
Summary
Accomplished 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
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Fifth Grade Elementary Teacher
Hillsborough County School District
08.2010 - 12.2011
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
- Incorporated technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Third and Fourth Grade Elementary Teacher
Hillsborough County School District
07.2006 - 06.2010
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge in Reading and Writing.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Worked in a fused classroom with students with Gifted Plans, students with Individualized Education Plans and 504 Plans.
- Collaborated with ESE teachers and Gifted teachers on management strategies to differentiate instruction.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- 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.
Third Grade Elementary Teacher
Montvale Public Schools
08.2005 - 06.2006
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Education
Master of Arts - M.Ed in Educational Leadership
Saint Leo University
St. Leo, FL12.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Education
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ05.2005
Skills
- Standards Compliance
- Instructional Strategies
- Time Management
- Developing Social Skills
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Team Collaboration
- Teacher Support
- Safety Awareness
- District Standards
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Student Monitoring
- Collaborative Environments
- Workshop Development
- Classroom Integration
- Lesson Management
- Curriculum Management
- Organizational Skills
- Smart Board Technology
- Behavioral Improvement
- Community Partnerships
- Reading Programs
- School Administration
- Small Group Leadership
- Continuous Improvement Planning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Multimedia Instruction
- Cultural Awareness
- Educational Process Knowledge
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
Accomplishments
- Awarded Teacher of the Year at Riverhills Elementary in Hillsborough County In 2011.
- Administered Reading Professional Development trainings to teachers in Hillsborough County.
- Nominated for the Ida S. Baker Diversity Award at Forest Hills Elementary School In 2009.
Volunteer
Volunteered at St. Mary's Episcopal Day School working with girls in the God Lights our Way (GLOW) program. Worked with girls in first through fourth grade fostering a positive religious relationship with God and the community. Helped for the past five years creating and setting up the Father/Daughter GLOW dance.
Timeline
Fifth Grade Elementary Teacher
Hillsborough County School District
08.2010 - 12.2011
Third and Fourth Grade Elementary Teacher
Hillsborough County School District
07.2006 - 06.2010
Third Grade Elementary Teacher
Montvale Public Schools
08.2005 - 06.2006
Master of Arts - M.Ed in Educational Leadership
Saint Leo University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Bachelor of Science - Education
William Paterson University of New Jersey
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