Jocelyn Blake
Milton,FL
Summary
Dedicated Intensive Reading/ ELA/ English teacher with more than 23 years of experience and a passion for helping students improve their reading skills. Proficient in implementing a variety of instructional strategies to engage students and promote literacy development. Skilled in assessing students' reading levels and designing personalized lessons to meet their individual needs. Committed to creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment that fosters a love for reading and lifelong learning. Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Escambia County School District
08.2024 - 09.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student comprehension and foster a love for reading.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to align curriculum with state standards and improve educational outcomes.
- Facilitated classroom discussions that encouraged critical thinking and effective communication among students.
- Facilitated small group instruction to meet individualized student needs.
Intensive Reading/ ELA Teacher
Santa Rosa County School District
08.2000 - 05.2024
- Developed and implemented individualized reading intervention plans for students with reading difficulties
- Utilized a variety of evidence-based reading strategies to improve students’ reading comprehension and fluency
- Collaborated with colleagues to create a cohesive ELA curriculum that met state standards and promoted student growth
- Monitored and assessed student progress through data analysis, adjusting instruction as needed to meet student needs
- Established a positive and supportive classroom environment that encouraged student engagement and academic success
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student critical thinking and communication skills.
- Assessed student performance regularly, providing timely feedback for improvement.
Education
Master of Education - Reading Curriculum and Instruction
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona12-2009
Bachelor of Arts - English
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL12-1999
Skills
- Differentiated instruction in Reading Comprehension
- Classroom management
- Proficient in iLit 45, Language Live, Progress Learning, iReady
- Group and individual instruction
- Collaboration strategies
- Conflict resolution techniques
Certification
- English 6-12
- Reading K-12
- Currently completing coursework for Florida Exceptional Student Education Certification
Timeline
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Escambia County School District
08.2024 - 09.2025
Intensive Reading/ ELA Teacher
Santa Rosa County School District
08.2000 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - English
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Master of Education - Reading Curriculum and Instruction
Grand Canyon University