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Jodi Sutcliff
Auburn
Summary
With a proven track record at Auburn School District, I've leveraged instructional technology and multicultural education to foster inclusive learning environments. My approach emphasizes literacy development and social-emotional learning, significantly enhancing student engagement and achievement. Expert in special education and adept at building strong relationships, I excel in creating tailored educational experiences that promote student success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Auburn School District
09.2015 - Current
- Established and adjusted instructional goals and objectives to reflect district or school goals, curriculum policies and progress and needs of students.
- Established and maintained highly structured classroom culture where students demonstrated respect, responsibility and dedication to studies.
- Employed visuals consistent with needs and capabilities of students.
- Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to development and skill level of students.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Title 1 / LAP Reading Specialist
Auburn School District
09.2015 - Current
- Wrote and delivered customized instruction to individual students and groups.
- Built positive and productive relationships with teachers to drive improvements to reading programs.
- Developed goals and realistic plans for achieving each target.
- Performed assessments and analyzed results to spot students in need of further help.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Federal Way Public Schools
09.2005 - 07.2014
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails, and Parent Teacher Club.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
- Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Education
Educational Administration - Educational Administration
Western Governor's University
06-2012
Master of Arts - Reading And Literacy
City University of Seattle
Seattle, WA07-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Education
City University of Seattle
Seattle, WA06-2005
Skills
- Literacy development
- Instructional technology
- Multicultural education
- Individualized Learning
- Student Engagement
- Social-emotional learning
- Project-based learning
- Play-Based Learning
- Special Education
- Elementary Education
- Technology Integration
- Literacy strategies
- Activity Planning
- Child Development
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Relationship Building
- Student Records Management
- Compliance standards
Accomplishments
- Reached out to community to gather donations of materials and supplies for needy students.
- Supervised team of 9 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Interests
Timeline
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Auburn School District
09.2015 - Current
Title 1 / LAP Reading Specialist
Auburn School District
09.2015 - Current
8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Federal Way Public Schools
09.2005 - 07.2014
Educational Administration - Educational Administration
Western Governor's University
Master of Arts - Reading And Literacy
City University of Seattle
Bachelor of Arts - Education
City University of Seattle