Jo Lynn Tickell
Burleson,Texas
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record in fostering student success through growth mindset and curriculum development. Excelled in planning, collaboration, and technology integration, significantly enhancing learning environments. Skilled in communication and problem-solving, adept at driving academic and personal growth in diverse settings.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
5th and 2nd Grade Teacher
Burleson ISD
07.2018 - 05.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior of 20+ students effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
8th Grade Teacher
Kennedale ISD
07.2016 - 05.2017
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet academic needs of 80+ students.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
8th and 3rd Grade Teacher
Decatur ISD
07.2014 - 05.2017
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work for 80+ students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
5th, 2nd, and 4th Grade Teacher
Mansfield ISD
07.1995 - 05.2014
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Participated in parent teacher conference for 20+ students to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students'' learning experiences outside the traditional classroom setting.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Abilene Christian University
Abilene, TXSkills
- Problem-Solving
- Group and individual instruction
- Communication
- Growth Mindset
- Curriculum Development
- Technology Integration
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Documentation And Reporting
Accomplishments
- Awarded Education Foundation Grant at Carson Elementary in 2017.
- Won “Teacher of the Month” award at Norwood Elementary in 2021.
- Student Motivation - Developed and implemented school-wide program for "Student of the Week" yard signs to motivate students academically and increase good citizenship.
Timeline
5th and 2nd Grade Teacher
Burleson ISD
07.2018 - 05.2024
8th Grade Teacher
Kennedale ISD
07.2016 - 05.2017
8th and 3rd Grade Teacher
Decatur ISD
07.2014 - 05.2017
5th, 2nd, and 4th Grade Teacher
Mansfield ISD
07.1995 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Abilene Christian University