Jocelyn Summers
Stillwater,OK
Summary
Caring Teacher with strong communication skills and a drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
The Renaissance Schools
Stillwater, Oklahoma
04.2021 - Current
- Streamlined classroom management strategies to cultivate a positive learning environment.
- Engaged students through focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities, deepening their understanding of the material.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress regularly.
- Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development.
- Facilitated meetings with parents and guardians in order to discuss student progress or behavior issues.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Mentored new teachers during onboarding, enhancing their integration and effectiveness within the team.
Student teaching
Cotteral Elementary
Guthrie, Oklahoma
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Assisted students in understanding concepts through personalized support and guidance.
- Conducted assessments to track student progress and adapt teaching practices for better learning outcomes.
- Implemented classroom management strategies promoting a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to improve classroom activities and instructional methods, enhancing student engagement.
- Collaborated with teacher to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss student development and concerns.
- Prepared visual aids and classroom displays to support diverse learning styles and reinforce key concepts.
- Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
- Developed deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing responsibility for student learning.
- Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
- Followed school schedules and policies to promote safety and learning.
Math Tutor
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, Oklahoma
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Developed tailored lesson plans to address individual student needs and learning styles.
- Facilitated student engagement by encouraging questions and discussions on mathematical concepts.
- Adapted teaching style according to individual learning styles
- Applied positive reinforcement techniques to enhance student motivation and engagement.
- Assessed student progress regularly to identify areas for improvement and adjustment.
- Aligned instruction with grade-level math standards to reinforce and complement school curriculum.
Middle Level Observations
Classen SAS Middle School
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Planned and executed engaging ELA lesson to enhance student understanding and participation
- Supported students' independent learning and instruction through targeted guidance and resources
- Observed ELA classes for 6th and 7th grade students
English Tutor
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, Oklahoma
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Developed customized lesson plans tailored to diverse student learning needs, enhancing individual academic growth.
- Organized targeted tutoring sessions to address specific academic challenges, leading to improved student understanding.
- Assisted student in developing reading comprehension strategies, grammar rules, and writing techniques.
- Evaluated student needs to set lesson goals.
- Engaged students through entertaining lessons that maintained interest and fostered a positive learning environment.
- Built student confidence through positive reinforcement.
- Maintained records of student performance throughout the course duration.
Elementary Observations
McAulife Elementary
Tulsa, Oklahoma
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Planned and executed curriculum-aligned math lessons that engaged students effectively.
- Facilitated small group lessons, promoting a thorough understanding of key concepts.
- Conducted observations of 3rd grade teaching to gain insights into instructional strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK12-2025
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Northern Oklahoma College
Stillwater, OK05-2025
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Lesson planning
- Parent collaboration
- Effective communication
- Team building
- Certification in CPR and first aid
Timeline
Student teaching
Cotteral Elementary
08.2025 - 12.2025
Math Tutor
Oklahoma State University
01.2025 - 05.2025
Middle Level Observations
Classen SAS Middle School
08.2024 - 12.2024
English Tutor
Oklahoma State University
08.2024 - 12.2024
Elementary Observations
McAulife Elementary
01.2024 - 05.2024
Lead Teacher
The Renaissance Schools
04.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Oklahoma State University
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Northern Oklahoma College