Jodi McFarland
Gilbert,SC
Summary
Experienced high school math teacher skilled in differentiated instruction, curriculum design, and technology integration. Committed to creating engaging learning environments that foster student success and enhance participation.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School Math Teacher
Lexington High School
Lexington, SC
08.1999 - Current
- Taught Geometry, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Probability and Statistics, PreCalculus, IB Math Analysis and Approaches, IB Math Applications and Interpretation
- Developed Curriculum Unit Plans and created daily lesson plans for numerous high school math courses
- Developed and updated common assessments to ensure alignment with educational standards.
- Guided first-year teachers through instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with peers on textbook adoption committees, ensuring alignment with educational standards and student needs.
- Previous Math club sponsor and National Honor Society sponsor
- Summer school facilitator for credit recovery
- Implemented technology activities for interactive investigations improving class participation
- Led weekly review sessions after school that helped struggling students
- Prepared students for IB assessments through focused practice packets and timed problem sets
- Created a supportive atmosphere to enhance student learning and engagement.
- Effectively communicated with students, parents, and administrators
- Evaluated second year teachers using the ADEPT model
- Achieved Google Certified Level 1 Teacher designation, demonstrating proficiency in educational technology integration.
Education
Masters of Education - Secondary Education
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC08-2003
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Columbia College
Columbia, SC05-1999
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Instructional strategies
- Curriculum design
- Classroom management
- Number sense
- Technology integration
- IEP support
- Tutoring
Certification
Mentor training
Honors certification
Read to Succeed certification
Masters +30 coursework completed
Timeline
High School Math Teacher
Lexington High School
08.1999 - Current
Masters of Education - Secondary Education
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Columbia College