Jo Ann Jones
Decatur,Georgia
Summary
Passionate Elementary Teacher for 22 years in both rural and urban settings. Proven history of creating engaged classroom environments supporting diverse educational styles. Versatile student-oriented approach consistently supporting optimum performance and advancement.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th Grade General Education Teacher
Atlanta Public School System
09.2016 - Current
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
4th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Shelby County School District
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
5th Grade Lead Teacher
Jackson-Madison County School District
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
4th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
09.2008 - 05.2013
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education.
1st and 4th Grade Teacher
West Memphis School District
08.2000 - 06.2007
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
Education
No Degree - Specialist in Elementary Education
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA12.2024
Master of Science - Education Administration
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN12.2009
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood/Elementary Education
Arkansas State University
State University, AR05.2000
Skills
- Instructional Strategies
- Mathematics Instruction
- Special Education Support
- Project-Based Learning
Accomplishments
- Facilitated Common Core Standards Professional Development by implementing school-wide trainings resulting in colleagues being informed of new state standards.
- Commended for exceptional teaching and support to students.
- Achieved an increase on district assessments by introducing IXL for literacy and math tasks
- Collaborated with team of 5 in the development of Project Based Learning Science Fair.
Certification
English Speakers of Other Languages
Timeline
4th Grade General Education Teacher
Atlanta Public School System
09.2016 - Current
4th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Shelby County School District
08.2015 - 05.2016
5th Grade Lead Teacher
Jackson-Madison County School District
08.2013 - 05.2015
4th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
09.2008 - 05.2013
1st and 4th Grade Teacher
West Memphis School District
08.2000 - 06.2007
No Degree - Specialist in Elementary Education
University of West Georgia
Master of Science - Education Administration
Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood/Elementary Education
Arkansas State University
English Speakers of Other Languages
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