JOANNA GRIMES
Fulshear,TX
Summary
Up beat teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mind set and good decision-making skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Randle Elementary
08.2024 - Current
- Organized extracurricular activities that fostered a love for reading and writing among students.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques into daily lessons to address the needs of all learners in a diverse classroom setting.
- Collaborated with grade-level team members to create interdisciplinary lessons that reinforced key concepts across subjects.
- Utilized various formative assessment tools for evaluating student progress and providing constructive feedback on their work.
- Designed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards, resulting in increased student interest and participation.
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Hubenak Elementary
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented engaging ELA lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Facilitated collaborative learning environments promoting student engagement and critical thinking.
- Assessed student performance through varied evaluation methods to inform instructional strategies.
- Integrated technology tools to enhance literacy instruction and track student progress effectively.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on curriculum development and classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to create supportive learning communities focused on student success.
- Analyzed data trends to refine teaching practices and improve overall classroom outcomes.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
5th Grade ELAR/SS Teacher
Daniel's Elementary
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
4th Grade ELA/SS Teacher
Fredericksburg Elementary
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities
- Cultivated class environment of respect and collaboration.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
2nd Grade ELA Teacher
Burnet Elementary
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Worked 1-on-1 with students struggling with learning to read
- Built relationships with students and ensured all students felt attended to with personalized feedback, class discussions, and encouragement
- Designed and implemented performance improvement plans for underperforming students in consultation with parents and administrative staff
- Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
- 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.
5th Grade ELAR Teacher
Joe Hubenak Elementary
08.2014 - 12.2020
- Worked closely with elementary teachers to collaborate on different approaches to improve student learning
- Designed and implemented performance improvement plans for underperforming students in consultation with parents and administrative staff
- Built relationships with over 100 students and ensured all students felt attended to with personalized feedback, class discussions, and encouragement
- Recognized as Teacher of the Year in 2019 for building relationships with students and colleagues.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Education
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
University of Texas
Arlington, Texas2014
Skills
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Collaboration
- Student Engagement
- Relationship Building
Certification
EC-6 Generalist
EC-6 ESL
GT certified
Timeline
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Randle Elementary
08.2024 - Current
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Hubenak Elementary
08.2023 - 06.2024
5th Grade ELAR/SS Teacher
Daniel's Elementary
08.2022 - 06.2023
4th Grade ELA/SS Teacher
Fredericksburg Elementary
08.2021 - 08.2022
2nd Grade ELA Teacher
Burnet Elementary
01.2021 - 08.2021
5th Grade ELAR Teacher
Joe Hubenak Elementary
08.2014 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
University of Texas