Jessica Rider
Stratford,CT
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Elementary School Teacher with a proven track record at Bridgeport Board of Education, adept at differentiated instruction and fostering positive relationships. Successfully enhanced student engagement through project-based learning and effective classroom management, resulting in improved academic performance and a supportive learning environment. Committed to continuous professional development and collaboration.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Bridgeport Board Of Education
12.2010 - Current
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
- Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to analyze student performance trends and adjust teaching methods accordingly for optimal results.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing students'' understanding of various subjects.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Promoted a growth mindset in the classroom by encouraging students to set goals, embrace challenges, and persevere through obstacles.
- Implemented engaging hands-on activities to reinforce fundamental concepts, resulting in increased student motivation and participation.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips and special events, enriching the educational experience for all students involved.
- Participated in after-school tutoring programs, offering individualized support for students struggling academically.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Improved parental involvement through regular newsletters and updates on classroom activities and student achievements.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varied needs and interests, promoting inclusive education.
- Enhanced student comprehension and engagement by integrating interactive technologies into lesson plans.
- Fostered love of reading in students by curating classroom library with wide range of genres and levels.
- Developed and executed thematic units, fostering cohesive and immersive learning environment.
- Implemented project-based learning experiences, encouraging critical thinking and real-world application of knowledge.
- Enhanced communication skills among students with daily interactive activities.
- Coordinated with special education team to develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with special needs.
- Cultivated positive classroom atmosphere, implementing behavior management techniques.
- Organized school-wide events that emphasized cultural diversity and inclusion, enriching school community.
- Boosted reading proficiency with targeted phonics instruction.
- Engaged in professional development workshops, staying abreast of educational trends and best practices.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources and strategies, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and strategies for improvement.
- Managed classroom resources efficiently to ensure conducive learning environment, optimizing use of educational materials and space.
- Designed and implemented reward system to recognize academic effort and achievements, promoting motivational learning environment.
- Integrated environmental education into curriculum, fostering students' awareness and responsibility towards sustainability.
- Encouraged student leadership by establishing roles and responsibilities within classroom.
- Utilized assessment data to tailor instruction, addressing individual learning gaps.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
Elementary School Teacher
Wilton Board of Education
08.2004 - 12.2010
- Served as a liaison between the school administration and families during parent-teacher conferences, ensuring clear communication about expectations and areas of improvement for each child.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
- Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to analyze student performance trends and adjust teaching methods accordingly for optimal results.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing students'' understanding of various subjects.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Promoted a growth mindset in the classroom by encouraging students to set goals, embrace challenges, and persevere through obstacles.
- Implemented engaging hands-on activities to reinforce fundamental concepts, resulting in increased student motivation and participation.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips and special events, enriching the educational experience for all students involved.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Improved parental involvement through regular newsletters and updates on classroom activities and student achievements.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varied needs and interests, promoting inclusive education.
- Enhanced student comprehension and engagement by integrating interactive technologies into lesson plans.
- Fostered love of reading in students by curating classroom library with wide range of genres and levels.
- Developed and executed thematic units, fostering cohesive and immersive learning environment.
- Implemented project-based learning experiences, encouraging critical thinking and real-world application of knowledge.
- Enhanced communication skills among students with daily interactive activities.
- Cultivated positive classroom atmosphere, implementing behavior management techniques.
- Organized school-wide events that emphasized cultural diversity and inclusion, enriching school community.
- Boosted reading proficiency with targeted phonics instruction.
- Engaged in professional development workshops, staying abreast of educational trends and best practices.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources and strategies, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and strategies for improvement.
- Managed classroom resources efficiently to ensure conducive learning environment, optimizing use of educational materials and space.
- Designed and implemented reward system to recognize academic effort and achievements, promoting motivational learning environment.
- Integrated environmental education into curriculum, fostering students' awareness and responsibility towards sustainability.
- Encouraged student leadership by establishing roles and responsibilities within classroom.
- Utilized assessment data to tailor instruction, addressing individual learning gaps.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
Education
Sixth Year - Remedial Reading
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT05-2006
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT05-2004
Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT05-2003
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom management
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship building
- Parent-teacher communication
- Multitasking and organization
- Lesson planning
- Positive reinforcement
- Group and individual instruction
- Cultural awareness
- Time management
- Technology integration
- Oral communication
- Curriculum development
- Project-based learning
- Student assessment
- Child development
- Interactive learning
- Standardized tests
- Safety awareness
- Activity planning
- Field trip organization
- Active listening
- Student records management
- Materials sourcing
- Compliance standards
- Student testing
- Play-based learning
- Student counseling
- Special education
- Critical thinking
- Mathematics instruction
- Empathy and patience
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Student engagement
- Behavioral management
- Emotional intelligence
- Student evaluation
- Classroom technology
- Instructional design
- Literacy instruction
- Literacy strategies
- Multimedia instruction
- Teacher collaboration
- Safe, positive learning environment
- Patience and persistence
- Positive behavior techniques
- Behavior management
- Student-centered learning
- Class management
- Parental communication
- Distance learning
- Connecticut teaching certification
- Progress reporting
- Cooperative learning experience
- Attention to detail
- Individualized learning plans
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Goal setting
- Interpersonal communication
- Team building
- Decision-making
- Common core standards
- Multitasking
- Google classroom
- Student needs assessments
- Summer school instruction
- Learning tools and materials
- Multitasking Abilities
- Expectation management
- State standards adherence
- Written communication
- Assigning and grading work
- Excellent communication
- Task prioritization
- Learning management systems
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Effective communication
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Reading instruction
Accomplishments
- Commended for exceptional teaching and support to students.
- Reached out to community to gather donations of materials and supplies for needy students.
- Oversaw 25 students per class.
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Bridgeport Board Of Education
12.2010 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Wilton Board of Education
08.2004 - 12.2010
Sixth Year - Remedial Reading
Sacred Heart University
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Sacred Heart University
Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology
Sacred Heart University
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