Jolene Trotter
Ozark,AR
Summary
Developed skills in educational environment, including effective communication, critical thinking, and curriculum planning. Seeking to transition into new field where these skills can be applied and further expanded. Committed to making positive impact and contributing to team success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Southside High School
07.2010 - 12.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
- Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Guided students through college application process, increasing number of students accepted into their first-choice institutions.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
- Conducted ongoing professional development in educational technology, keeping teaching approach current and effective.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
Teacher
Mansfield High School
08.2008 - 06.2010
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Education
No Degree - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, ARBachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR05.1989
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
Accomplishments
I have passed the PRaxis for middle school math, social studies, and English.
Timeline
Teacher
Southside High School
07.2010 - 12.2023
Teacher
Mansfield High School
08.2008 - 06.2010
No Degree - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Arkansas
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Arkansas Tech University
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