Jolinda Martin-Milton
Texas City,TX
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Galveston ISD, excelling in curriculum development and effective classroom management. Championed student engagement through differentiated instruction and strong parent-teacher communication, fostering a positive learning environment that enhanced academic growth. Committed to nurturing child development and promoting creativity in diverse learners.
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher
Pawnee Independent School Distrit
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
7th Grade ELA Teacher
Galveston Independent School District
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents to foster a positive learning environment, resulting in increased student engagement and academic growth.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student assessment results, effectively addressing individual learning needs and improving overall performance.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, fostering a respectful and focused classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Galveston ISD
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Championed a love for reading among students through the promotion of diverse literary genres, inspiring curiosity about different cultures and perspectives.
- Enhanced student performance by providing regular, constructive feedback on assignments and assessments.
- Established strong relationships with parents through open communication channels, enabling them to actively support their child''s learning process at home.
- Implemented data-driven instructional strategies by regularly analyzing student assessment results to inform future teaching decisions.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment through consistent enforcement of clear expectations and boundaries for students.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Galveston ISD
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Championed a love for reading among students through the promotion of diverse literary genres, inspiring curiosity about different cultures and perspectives.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment, and expression of original ideas.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules, and language skills.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Art Teacher's Assistant
Galveston ISD
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
- Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades 6th-8th.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Galveston ISD
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Supported students with various disabilities through one-on-one tutoring sessions, improving their understanding of course materials and concepts.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Enhanced students'' learning experiences by implementing individualized educational plans and adapting teaching methods for special needs students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Wiley College
Marshall, TX05-2013
Skills
- Childcare Management
- Curriculum Development
- Activity planning
- Effective Conflict Resolution
- Child development
- Behavior modeling
- Parent-teacher communication
- Effective Classroom Management
Certification
Child Development Associate. National Credentialing Program Completion by this upcoming May
Texas Teachers Certification {Grade 4-8} Completion by this upcoming May
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Lead Teacher
Pawnee Independent School Distrit
08.2023 - Current
7th Grade ELA Teacher
Galveston Independent School District
08.2022 - 08.2023
8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Galveston ISD
08.2021 - 05.2022
8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Galveston ISD
08.2020 - 05.2021
Art Teacher's Assistant
Galveston ISD
08.2019 - 05.2020
Special Education Paraprofessional
Galveston ISD
08.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Wiley College
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