Jody Dunleavy
Center City,MN
Summary
Dynamic educator with proven success at Hamilton Elementary School in creative lesson planning and effective classroom management. Expertise in curriculum implementation and fostering student engagement through innovative activities. Committed to adapting instruction to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing student performance and building self-confidence.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Fourth Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Hamilton Elementary School
Coon Rapids, MN
03.2023 - Current
- Established a strong reading foundation for students through effective use of Wonders curriculum.
- Implemented new Core Knowledge Language Arts Curriculum and Functional Morphology.
- Collaborated with elementary teachers to develop and implement diverse strategies for enhancing student learning.
- Used a variety of assessment and instructional practices to meet diverse needs of students.
- Facilitated student learning by creating structured classroom plans and setting clear group objectives.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
Server/Bartender/Manager
Old Log Cabin
Scandia, Minnesota
06.1993 - Current
- Delivered friendly, attentive service that enhanced guest dining experiences and fostered repeat visits.
- Coordinated with team members to ensure prompt service during peak hours, improving overall guest satisfaction.
- Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
- Resolved customer inquiries and concerns with a positive attitude.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
- Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques, contributing to a smoother onboarding process.
- Collaborated with team members to support smooth bar operations during busy hours.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
- Handled cash and processed payments efficiently at the end of meals.
- Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
Special Education Teacher/Case Manager
Hamilton Elementary School
Coon Rapids, MN
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed individual educational plans (IEP) designed to promote educational and social development in students with varying abilities.
- Scheduled and facilitated IEP meetings with parents and staff to discuss their student’s progress, and to determine their priorities for their student.
- Tracked and evaluated student performance, tailoring lesson plans to individual strengths and weaknesses, resulting in improved academic outcomes.
- Provided small group instruction and a modified curriculum for special needs students.
- Provided multisensory and differentiated learning in order to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Facilitated group activities that enhanced students' social and communication skills, fostering peer interactions and collaboration.
- Conferred with other staff to plan lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
- Established and communicated clear objectives for lessons and units to students.
- Provided positive reinforcement and guidance, enabling students to build self-confidence and self-esteem, contributing to a supportive learning environment.
K-5 Explorations Teacher
Sunrise Elementary
Blaine, MN
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Created and implemented integrated daily lesson plans and unit studies for science and social studies classes for kindergartners through fifth grade.
- Optimized instructional approaches and integrated innovative classroom activities to enhance student learning.
- Fostered curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and engaging planned activities.
- Facilitated guided practice of differentiated material aligned with lesson objectives and student skill levels.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations and planned appropriate independent practice activities.
- Communicated learning standards, objectives, and purposes to students.
- Summarized lessons by using appropriate strategies, reinforcing lesson objectives, and creating transitions to the next lesson.
Sixth Grade Math, Science and MN Studies Teacher
North Lakes Academy
Forest Lake, MN
11.2019 - 06.2022
- Enhanced student learning by implementing diverse instructional approaches and engaging classroom activities tailored to student needs.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning.
- Communicated objectives for all lessons, units and projects to students.
- Integrated technology into the classroom as an instructional tool.
- Fostered positive relationships with students, coworkers, and parents through proactive communication via email, phone calls, and conferences.
Long-term 2nd Grade Substitute Teacher
Lakeside Elementary School
Chisago City, MN
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Created comprehensive lesson plans incorporating various methods of teaching to ensure pupils are actively engaged and understand the materials in GoMath, Wonders, science, and social studies lessons.
- Created a safe and encouraging environment that promoted student engagement and learning.
- Built positive relationships with students, parents, and co-teachers to foster a supportive learning community.
- Incorporated American Sign Language during daily lessons to enhance communication.
Education
B.A. - Elementary Education
CORNELL COLLEGE
Mount Vernon, IASkills
- Lesson design
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Instructional flexibility
- Self-paced learning
- Innovative activities
- Data analysis
- Multitasking and organization
- Organizational skills
- Motivation and empathy
- Designed experiments
Timeline
Special Education Teacher/Case Manager
Hamilton Elementary School
08.2023 - 06.2024
Fourth Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Hamilton Elementary School
03.2023 - Current
K-5 Explorations Teacher
Sunrise Elementary
08.2022 - 03.2023
Sixth Grade Math, Science and MN Studies Teacher
North Lakes Academy
11.2019 - 06.2022
Long-term 2nd Grade Substitute Teacher
Lakeside Elementary School
09.2019 - 11.2019
Server/Bartender/Manager
Old Log Cabin
06.1993 - Current
B.A. - Elementary Education
CORNELL COLLEGE