Jodie Ackerman
GARDEN CITY,Kansas
Summary
Kind Kindergarten Teacher with [Number] years of experience. Detail-oriented planner with talent for developing individualized lesson plans and cultivating classroom atmospheres of positivity and progress. Committed to comprehensive student growth. Certified Kindergarten Teacher creates and runs programs to educate beginning students and improve school readiness. Fosters growth and development in children while encouraging strong partnerships with families. Manages behavior issues through innovative and constructive correction.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Holcomb School
Holcomb, KS
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Identified characteristics, needs, abilities and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
- Created child-centered learning environment characterized by consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices.
- Created, managed and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives.
Kindergarten Teacher
Hutchinson Schools
Hutchinson, KS
07.2004 - 08.2017
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Identified characteristics, needs, abilities and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Colby Schools
Colby, KS
08.1992 - 08.2004
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Teacher Education
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS05.2004
Associate of Arts - Teacher Education
Colby Community College
Colby KS05.2002
Skills
- School Community Relations
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Basic Skills Teaching
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Teaching Method Adaptations
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Multimedia Educational Software
- Student Performance Evaluation
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- Lesson Planning and Preparation
- Class Reading
- Play-Based Learning
- Safety Management
- School Policy and Rules Enforcement
- Individual Student Instruction
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Classroom Rules Establishment
- Reinforcing Learning Concepts
- Classroom Maintenance and Inventory
- Field Trip Supervision
- Student Needs Assessments
- Disciplinary Techniques
- Classroom Supplies Ordering
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Learning Strategies
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Holcomb School
06.2017 - 08.2018
Kindergarten Teacher
Hutchinson Schools
07.2004 - 08.2017
Special Education Paraprofessional
Colby Schools
08.1992 - 08.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Teacher Education
Fort Hays State University
Associate of Arts - Teacher Education
Colby Community College