JoLee Tarkon
Trinity,Texas
Summary
Innovative educator bringing 24-year background instructing students. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance. Passionate about physical education and health. Advocate for good health, physical fitness and improvement of youth lifestyles. Passionate Teacher provides students with exceptional learning opportunities and support of educational endeavors. Skilled implementer of diverse instruction methods for cultivating fruitful learning environment for all. Positively motivates students with individual guidance and empathetic mentorship.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Tutoring Service
Self
08.2014 - Current
- Provide assessment of student's educational needs.
- Develop and implement a personalized plan for each individual to address challenges while utilizing strengths to build a foundation for growth and confidence.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress, enabling targeted interventions and support where needed.
- Liaised with parents to address concerns, provide updates on student progress, and foster strong working relationships.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Library Staff
City Of Trinity
05.2014 - Current
- Incorporated technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
- Led story time each week by developing and implementing a plan for topics to be covered, crafts and activities to be provided and engaging children who attended.
- Facilitated a weekly chess club
- Facilitated monthly painting class
- Supported research efforts, assisting students in locating relevant sources for their projects.
- Provided instructions to patrons by explaining and demonstrating proper use of equipment, library automation system and online resources.
- Assisted with collection development, selecting new books and materials aligned with student needs and interests.
- Used library catalog system to assist patrons with locating books and other materials.
- Performed routine library services such as checking out books, periodicals and other materials.
- Organized special projects and programs that serviced community needs and improved library's public image.
Homeschool Educator
IDEA Homeschool Progam
09.1999 - 05.2015
- Implemented hands-on learning activities for improved retention and engagement in subject matter.
- Fostered critical thinking skills through engaging discussions and inquiry-based learning techniques.
- Promoted creative problem-solving by incorporating real-life scenarios and projects into the curriculum.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Adapted teaching methods and lesson plans to changing student needs.
- Continually sought professional development opportunities to stay current in homeschool best practices and educational trends, resulting in enhanced teaching effectiveness.
- Developed comprehensive curriculum covering a broad range of subjects, ensuring students received well-rounded education.
- Researched multiple curricula, methodologies and perspectives as part of educational planning.
- Included multicultural awareness in class discussions to meet state standards.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
- 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.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, language arts and history.
- Evaluated classical, student-lead and unschooling methodologies for best option.
- Managed record-keeping and documentation requirements, maintaining accurate records of student performance and progress reports.
Education
No Degree - Geological Engineering
Montana Technological University
Butte, MTBachelor of Science - Mathematics Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05.2026
Skills
- Physically fit - finisher of 2022 Chicago Marathon, participant in multiple 5k races 2022- present; experience with aerobic and anaerobic exercises, multiple group sports as well as yoga and pilates
- Strong communication
- Curriculum selection
- Time management
- Outdoor Education
- Activity Planning
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Differentiated Instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
- Elementary Education - strong background in math, science, language arts and art
- Student Engagement
- Group and individual instruction
- Safety awareness
- Positive Reinforcement
- Problem-solving skills
Timeline
Private Tutoring Service
Self
08.2014 - Current
Library Staff
City Of Trinity
05.2014 - Current
Homeschool Educator
IDEA Homeschool Progam
09.1999 - 05.2015
No Degree - Geological Engineering
Montana Technological University
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics Education
Western Governors University