Jessica Sobel
Tucson,Arizona
Summary
My goal is to facilitate learning experiences for elementary school students that achieve academic growth through the utilization of real world examples, tools, and challenges. My preference is to be in a middle or lower elementary grade level position.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Sunnyside Unified School District
07.2012 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans to foster student participation and understanding.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Facilitated classroom management techniques to create a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development and address concerns.
- Facilitated instruction across multiple grade levels, including 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 5th, to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Designed and executed reading lessons that enhance proficiency from primary to advanced skills, utilizing interventions, walk-to-read formats, and/or Skills or ALL block curriculum.
Vice President
Alpha Chi Omega Alumni Association
05.2009 - 08.2020
- Assisted in executing meetings and events to promote effective communication for approximately 25 active local members.
- Participated in national biannual convention to advocate for community interests and influence decision-making.
- Presented excellent first impression and welcomed senior members at association events.
Advisor
National Federation for Temple Youth
08.2009 - 05.2013
- Arranged logistics and coordinated group involvement in teen leadership conferences.
- Facilitated engaging discussions and activities to promote youth development and connection.
- Established a safe and inclusive environment during group meetings with 9th to 12th grade students, ensuring all members felt comfortable sharing their thoughts and opinions.
Yearbook Co-Advisor
Math and Science Success Academy
01.2010 - 05.2012
- Facilitated computer training for twelve 4th and 5th grade students, enhancing resource-finding skills and yearbook page creation.
- Supervised collaborative efforts in the creation and editing of yearbook pages, ensuring adherence to submission deadlines and design guidelines.
- Supervise collections, accounting, and expensing of funds.
Teacher
Math and Science Success Academy
11.2009 - 05.2012
- Plan and present lessons on all school subjects at an advanced level to 21 first grade students in class and many in after-school tutoring.
- Participate in training sessions and advanced educational programs to enhance team skills.
- Achieved improved student outcomes by effectively monitoring and scoring assessments from NWEA and DIBELS. Used a detailed analysis of testing results to drive data-informed decision-making to attain a years growth or more for all students.
- Collaborated with parents/guardians to support student academic growth and address concerns.
Education
Master of Science - Science, Technology, Engineering, And Math (STEM)
American College of Education
Indianapolis, INMaster of Arts - Language Reading and Culture
University of Arizona
Tucson, Arizona05-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Arizona
Tucson, Arizona05-2008
Skills
- Assisted in integrating Microsoft Windows XP, Google, and ClassDojo to improve operational efficiency Supported users through effective initiatives to enhance satisfaction Helped streamline educational processes for students, leading to less downtime
- Oversaw document formatting and editing processes to enhance clarity and professionalism
- Formulated and executed strategies to optimize content distribution across multiple platforms
- Created engaging presentations using Google Slides to convey essential messages clearly Supported audience comprehension through organized visual elements Received favorable feedback from stakeholders regarding presentation clarity and effectiveness
- Facilitated team collaboration across diverse collaborative groups
- Organized parent-teacher communication through in-person meetings and virtual platforms to discuss student events, behaviors, and achievements
- Researched and received resources and materials to fulfill student needs with minimal to no financial impact
- Current Certifications: Arizona Elementary Education, Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance, Infant and Childhood Trauma, and First Aid/CPR
Skills - Computers
knowledgeable with microsoft windows xp: word, publisher, excel, powerpoint
Leadership Experience
- Math and science success academy, tucson, arizona, 01/10, present, student council co-advisor, lead in the development of leadership and communication skills, prepare and execute family fun nights, sales, and event decorations., supervise collections, accounting, and expensing of funds., yearbook co-advisor, train students on computers to find resources and create yearbook pages., oversee the creation, editing and final submission of yearbook pages., supervise collections, accounting, and expensing of funds.
- National federation for temple youth, tucson, arizona, 08/09, present, high school youth group advisor, oversee operations and the planning of events, teach leadership and communication skills, take the group to leadership conferences with other teens
- Alpha chi omega alumni association, tucson, az, 05/09, present, vice president, provide information for members, attend and assist with meetings and events, act as a voting delegate at the national biannual convention
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Sunnyside Unified School District
07.2012 - Current
Yearbook Co-Advisor
Math and Science Success Academy
01.2010 - 05.2012
Teacher
Math and Science Success Academy
11.2009 - 05.2012
Advisor
National Federation for Temple Youth
08.2009 - 05.2013
Vice President
Alpha Chi Omega Alumni Association
05.2009 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Arizona
Master of Science - Science, Technology, Engineering, And Math (STEM)
American College of Education
Master of Arts - Language Reading and Culture
University of Arizona