Jordan Wieland
Hamden,USA
Summary
Elementary School Teacher with expertise in early education, child development, and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Sunshine Preschool
Hamden, CT, USA
08.2021 - Current
- In this position, I work with children aged 6 weeks to 5 years old in a daycare/pre-school setting.
- I teach through play numbers, letters, colors, sharing and much more.
- Experience with diaper changing, snack/lunch assistance and nap time preparation.
Substitute Teacher
Geraldine Johnson Elementary
Bridgeport, CT, USA
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Substituted from kindergarten to eighth grade through the next GEN program at Southern Connecticut State University.
Student Teacher
Read Elementary
Bridgeport, CT, USA
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Completed 10-week placement with Adrienne Fayette (Grade 1) and 5-week placement with Barbara Nolan (Kindergarten).
- Planned and taught lessons in literacy and math aligned with Common Core State Standards.
- Differentiated instruction for students with IEPs and English Language Learners.
- Used Smart Board and hands-on materials to support engagement.
- Assessed student learning through observations and classwork.
Intern/Student Teacher
Hamden High School Nursery School
Hamden, CT, USA
09.2020 - 06.2022
- As a student teacher, I helped prepare and teach Zoom lessons during the pandemic.
- As an intern, I oversaw the student teachers and worked with the program director to set up the room, work on lesson plans and teach the children in the center.
Camp Counselor
Right at School
Hamden, CT, USA
06.2021 - 08.2021
- In this position, I worked with school aged children in grade kindergarten – grade six.
- I facilitated different activities included but not limited to: water play, obstacle courses, arts and crafts and games.
Education
Undergraduate - Early Childhood Education
Southern Connecticut State University
05-2026
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Behavior management
- Oral communication
- Lesson planning
Certification
- Foundations of Reading Test, Scheduled Summer 2026
- Early Childhood Education Certification Exam, Scheduled Summer 2026
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Mandated Reporter Training
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Geraldine Johnson Elementary
01.2025 - 06.2025
Student Teacher
Read Elementary
01.2025 - 06.2025
Assistant Teacher
Sunshine Preschool
08.2021 - Current
Camp Counselor
Right at School
06.2021 - 08.2021
Intern/Student Teacher
Hamden High School Nursery School
09.2020 - 06.2022
Undergraduate - Early Childhood Education
Southern Connecticut State University
Volunteer History
- Volunteer, Extended School Year – Special Education Hamden Public Schools, 2014-06-01, 2017-08-01, I accompanied my mom and helped with the special education students. My duties included: Body control (sitting for circle time, etc.), help with eating, motor skills, playtime helper. I worked with low and high functioning children as well as with children with medical needs.
- Volunteer, Church Street School Pre-K, Hamden, CT, I worked with regular education students. I worked along with the teachers to create lesson plans, work centers and art projects. I assisted with snack and lunch time as well as preparing for nap time.