JILL GOODRICH
La Habra,CA
Summary
Empathic, collaborative, and effective educator, trainer, and leader with 23 years of experience teaching in Title 1 Schools. Develops creative and integrative lessons through instructional best practices. Has trained, facilitated, and supported educators in the use of Project GLAD and technology as well as participated on the Instructional Leadership Team for many years.
Dedicated, resourceful and goal-driven forward thinker who incorporates cross-curricular standards, technology and 21st century skills. Committed to stimulating the social, emotional, and academic development of life-long learners through relationship building and focused instruction.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Title 1 Specialist
Vejar Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
- Facilitates small group targeted intervention to students in grades K-5
- Plans and executes engaging Family Engagement Events for Title 1 families
- Coordinates and leads Data Day discussions for school grade level teams
- Supports teachers and colleagues in intervention best practices
2nd/3rd Grade Teacher
Vejar Elementary School
08.2015 - 05.2023
- Effectively organized, taught, and managed 2 grade levels simultaneously while incorporating essential standards and research-based best practices.
- Meets students’ diverse needs daily by incorporating Project GLAD, Daily 5, Centers, Writer's Workshop, SEL strategies, and technology into curriculum.
- Parent communication, involvement, and education ( Classroom Website, Classroom Newsletters, ClassDojo, Parent Conferences and Title 1 Parent Literacy/ Math Nights)
- Instructional Leadership Team/Grade level Rep (facilitates meetings, sets agendas, collaborates with team)
2nd Grade Teacher
Northwood Elementary School
08.2013 - 06.2015
- Implemented Common Core Standards and best practices
- Met students’ academic, intellectual, and social needs by building positive relationships and a safe inclusive learning environment
- Built strong relationships with parents to foster home/school connection and involve families in educational process
- School Rep for Technology Advisory Committee (TAC) -Assisted primary teachers/peers with technology, and online district assessments and programs.
Educational Consultant
Digital Edge Learning
08.2012 - 02.2013
- Provided on-site school trainings, coaching, conferences, and demonstrations while showcasing interactive whiteboards and student responders
- WebEx trainings, sales, Salesforce experience, workshop development, and iPad app development/ research
1st Grade Teacher
Ladera Palma Elementary School
08.2009 - 06.2012
- Developed lessons promoting students’ academic, intellectual, and social development
- Taught below-grade-level reading groups using LLI program and created cross-curricular Project GLAD units
- Assessed students through formative and summative means for guiding instruction.
- Co-created and presented District-wide Cyber Safety Lessons for K-2 students
- Trained and coached teachers in Project GLAD (District-wide; K-8th)
2nd Grade Teacher
Ladera Palma Elementary School
08.1999 - 06.2009
- Provided instruction to transitional English language learners (Early Intermediate, Intermediate, Early Advanced)
- Assessed student progress via running records, guided reading and data analysis
- Designed and implemented targeted small-group instruction based on students’ learning needs
- Utilized multiple strategies/interventions to support students: SDAIE, Project GLAD, Language!, CGI, Touch Math, Signs for Sounds, Making Words, Step Up to Writing, Dibels, Seeing Stars, Carousel of Ideas
Education
Reading Certificate -
National University
Orange, CA2007
Master of Arts - Education- Specialization in Reading
National University
Orange, CA2007
Professional Clear Credential: - Multiple Subjects/CLAD Emphasis
Cal State Fullerton
Fullerton, CA1999
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
Cal State Fullerton
Fullerton, CA1998
Skills
- Cross-curricular integration
- Small group intervention
- Progress monitoring
- Formative/Summative Assessments
- Differentiated instruction
- Data analysis to drive instruction
- Backwards planning model
- Team builder/player
- SEL/Growth Mindset focused
Career Highlights
- 24 years in Title 1 Schools (School-wide and Targeted)
- Served on SSC and SST Teams (4+ years)
- Project GLAD Tier 3 District Trainer ( 13+ years)
- ILT/Grade Level Representative (10+ years)
- Master/Cooperating Teacher for student teachers/practicum students (10+years)
- Induction Mentor (2022-present)
- WVUSD District Leadership Seminar 2021-2022
- Taught Title 1 Summer School (6+ years)
- Co-facilitated Curriculum Council (2 years)
Professional Development
- Google Certified (Level 1)
- Thinking Maps
- Project GLAD
- Units of Study (Writing)
- Step Up to Writing
- LLI (Leveled Literacy Intervention)
- CGI (Cognitive Guided Instruction)
- EAG (Elevated Achievement Group)
Additional Information
- 2009 Teacher of the Year, Ladera Palma School, La Habra City School District
Timeline
Title 1 Specialist
Vejar Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
2nd/3rd Grade Teacher
Vejar Elementary School
08.2015 - 05.2023
2nd Grade Teacher
Northwood Elementary School
08.2013 - 06.2015
Educational Consultant
Digital Edge Learning
08.2012 - 02.2013
1st Grade Teacher
Ladera Palma Elementary School
08.2009 - 06.2012
2nd Grade Teacher
Ladera Palma Elementary School
08.1999 - 06.2009
Reading Certificate -
National University
Master of Arts - Education- Specialization in Reading
National University
Professional Clear Credential: - Multiple Subjects/CLAD Emphasis
Cal State Fullerton
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
Cal State Fullerton
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