Jordan Barclay
Cranberry,PA
Summary
Detailed oriented General Education Instructor highly effective at working with students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds to accomplish educational objectives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Education Teacher | Grade 1
Pine Richland School District
2020.08 - Current
- Taught all core subjects to first grade students.
- Collaborated with the grade level special education teacher, guidance counselor, SLP, and OT to create an inclusive classroom that met the needs of all students in the least restrictive environment.
- Participated in IEP meetings.
- Worked with the gifted education teacher to plan and implement extensions or accomodations for academically high performing students.
- Stayed on top of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Effectively implemented curriculum from Wonders, 95 Percent Group, and Heggerty simultaneously.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Incorporated technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in all academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles and keep students engaged.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Collaborated with a grade level team and administration on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
General Education Teacher | Grade 3
Fairfax County Public Schools, Floris Elementary
2018.08 - 2019.06
- Taught all core subjects to a class of 26 students consisting of 10 English Language Learners and 6 students on Individualized Education Plans.
- Collaborated with our grade level special education teacher to create an inclusive classroom that met the needs of all students in the least restrictive environment.
- Participated in IEP meetings.
- Worked closely with grade level team and administration by attending weekly Collaborative Leadership Team meetings.
- Worked to refer students for advanced placement.
- Formed strong bonds with students through morning meetings and Responsive Classroom Language.
Long Term Substitute Teacher| Grade 1
North Allegheny School District, Marshall Elementary
2019.10 - 2020.02
- Taught all core subjects to class of 20 students for 4 months
- Created and implemented lesson plans including centers, small group, and whole group instruction
- Attended IEP meetings to address needs of students receiving intervention
- Incorporated technology through Class Dojo, Reflex Math, Raz Kids, Code Spark, and Epic
- Used programs including GoMath and Storytown.
Education
Master of Education - Reading Specialist
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock, PA12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Ohio University
Athens, OH05.2018
Skills
- Time Management
- Collaboration
- Communication Skills
- Organization
- Presentation Skills
- Project-based learning
Certification
Great Beginnings Courses Fall 2018-Spring 2019 (FCPS)
Participated in professional development through a comprehensive program that focused on supporting new teachers. Attended monthly sessions that focused on topics such as planning, classroom management, technology incorporation, and
language arts.
Origo Training Spring 2019 (FCPS)
Participated in a school wide training for a math program the district recently adopted.
Foundations Leadership Experience Spring 2015 (Career and Leadership Development Center, Ohio University)
6 week long program that focused on improving communication and leadership skills.
Talented and Gifted Pilot Project -Spring 2017 (Nelsonville York Elementary School)
Participated in a pilot program at Ohio University, where I was given the opportunity to work with advanced placement students in a small group setting.
Field Experience
- Meigs Local Primary School, Professional Intern| Grade 1, 08/2017, 12/2018, 36871 State Route 124 Suite 100, Middleport, Ohio, 45760, Developed and implemented lesson plans for whole and small groups across all subject areas, participated in IEP meetings, aided in formulating RIMPs, used developmentally appropriate practices, and participated in parent teacher conferences.
- San Narciso R.C. School, Education in Diverse Societies, Standard 3 (second grade equivalent), 03/06/2017, 03/10/2017, San Narciso, Belize, Teaching a class of English language learners using limited materials and resources and creating and implementing lessons and adapting these lessons to meet students needs after meeting them.
Activities
- Ohio University Synchronized Skating Team, President (2017-2018), Vice President (2016-2017), Treasurer (2015-2016)
- SECO (Student Early Childhood Organization), 2014
- National Society of Collegiate of Scholars, 2015
- Ohio University- Dean’s List
Timeline
General Education Teacher | Grade 1
Pine Richland School District
2020.08 - Current
Long Term Substitute Teacher| Grade 1
North Allegheny School District, Marshall Elementary
2019.10 - 2020.02
General Education Teacher | Grade 3
Fairfax County Public Schools, Floris Elementary
2018.08 - 2019.06
Master of Education - Reading Specialist
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Ohio University
Great Beginnings Courses Fall 2018-Spring 2019 (FCPS)
Participated in professional development through a comprehensive program that focused on supporting new teachers. Attended monthly sessions that focused on topics such as planning, classroom management, technology incorporation, and
language arts.
Origo Training Spring 2019 (FCPS)
Participated in a school wide training for a math program the district recently adopted.
Foundations Leadership Experience Spring 2015 (Career and Leadership Development Center, Ohio University)
6 week long program that focused on improving communication and leadership skills.
Talented and Gifted Pilot Project -Spring 2017 (Nelsonville York Elementary School)
Participated in a pilot program at Ohio University, where I was given the opportunity to work with advanced placement students in a small group setting.
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