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Jordan Blaska

Romeo,MI

Summary

Accomplished Elementary Educator with success in building relationships, classroom management, standards-based grading, and implementation of research-based teaching methods. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting individual growth in academic performance and fostering a lifelong appreciation for learning.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Reading Tutor

Self-Employed
01.2022 - Current
  • Administered diagnostic assessments to determine reading needs.
  • Designed/implemented lesson plans for phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension for 10, K-5 students weekly.
  • Maintained detailed files and created charts to track student reading progress and modify instruction as needed.
  • Developed student confidence in reading through positive feedback and encouragement.
  • Taught students in-person and online using Google Meet/Zoom platform.

Elementary Educator

Romeo Community Schools
08.2018 - Current
  • Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
  • Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks.
  • Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.

Education

Master of Education - Literacy

American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN
12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI
12.2017

High School Diploma -

Romeo High School
Romeo, MI
06.2013

Skills

  • Relationship Building
  • Classroom Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Whole Group, Small Group, and Individual Instruction
  • SOR-aligned/Structured Literacy Interventions
  • Technology Integration
  • In-person and Online Teaching

Timeline

Private Reading Tutor

Self-Employed
01.2022 - Current

Elementary Educator

Romeo Community Schools
08.2018 - Current

Master of Education - Literacy

American College of Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Ferris State University

High School Diploma -

Romeo High School
Jordan Blaska