Jordyn Thie
Chapel Hill,NC
Summary
Dedicated educator with a background in designing inclusive, standards-aligned lessons and fostering collaboration within professional learning communities. Expertise in utilizing formative assessment data to inform instruction and drive continuous improvement in teaching practices. Committed to enhancing teacher capacity and promoting student-centered learning, with a strong desire to contribute to Chatham County Schools as a Curriculum Coach. Passionate about creating an engaging educational environment that empowers educators and students to achieve their fullest potential.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Fifth Grade Teacher
Chatham Grove Elementary School | Chatham County Schools
08.2024 - Current
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Successfully led implementation of new district curriculum EL Education for English Language Arts while also creating original, engaging and interactive lesson plans for math, social studies and science in accordance with NC Standard Course fo Study, district pacing guides within Professional Learning Communities.
- Was a member of the MTSS Implementation Committee that used a data driven mindset to develop and integrate problem-solving frameworks, resulting in measurable improvements in student academic performance.
- I was honored to be selected to be a part of the 3-5 Report Card Stakeholders meeting in the 2024 where I contributed to substantive discussions about how grading reforms could support more transparent and equitable assessment of student learning and drive success for all students.
- I had the honor of representing my peers as the teacher liaison for our PTA.
Fourth & Second Grade Teacher
Pearsontown Elementary School | Durham Public Schools
06.2017 - 06.2024
- Created original, engaging and interactive lesson plans and units in accordance with NC Common Core, Essential Standards, and district-wide pacing guides within Professional Learning Teams.
- Successfully led implementation of various district curricula such as, iReady, American Reading Company, Eureka Math, and Letterland.
- Prepare and administer regular classroom, district, and statewide assessments with detailed quarterly reports for parents to communicate student’s academic growth.
- As a member of the Media and Technology committee, I collaborated with peers to find a website platform that all teachers within Pearsontown could use to increase communication and engagement with parents. I taught two classes within the school building on how to create and modify personal classroom websites. I also assisted teachers in implementing technology within classrooms and presented new technology available to staff.
- Established effective means of communication with parents to provide feedback about students and their progress.
- Successfully worked in a variety of teaching settings. I have been departmentalized for 3 of the combined 8 years in fourth grade and have also been self-contained.
- As a member of the School Improvement Team, I have collaborated with administration, staff, parents, and community members to review the standards-based grading system and policy. I worked to put together some parent academy nights with other subcommittee members so that parents could get questions answered, oriented with PowerSchool Parent Portal, and update information for the upcoming school year.
- I had the honor of being nominated to represent my peers as the teacher liaison for our PTA.
- I am a Beginning Teacher Mentor.
- Grade Level Chair; twice for fourth grade and once for second grade.
- Three-time Teacher of the Year Nominee.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Glenn Elementary School | Durham Public Schools
05.2014 - 06.2017
- Created original, engaging and interactive lesson plans and units in accordance with NC Common Core, Essential Standards, and district-wide pacing guides within Professional Learning Teams.
- Grade level data manager; data collection and analysis with team members on student performance and action plans.
- Participated in school-wide training for Capturing Kids Hearts and was invited to be a member of the Capturing Kids’ Hearts Process Champions Team for our school.
- Member of the School Improvement Team for 3 years; collaborated with the administrative team, staff, other committees, and the community on initiatives for the school community; led a school-wide calendar.
- Member of the Media & Technology Advisory Committee; assisted teachers in implementing technology within classrooms, presented new technology available to staff, and assisted in planning book fairs.
- Taught upcoming fourth grade students during S.T.E.A.M Ahead summer school for 2 years.
Education
B.S. - Elementary Education, General Science Concentration, Grades K-6
East Carolina University
Skills
- Commitment to Life-long learning
- Driven
- Data collection & analysis
- Strong organizational skills
- Community and Parent Involvement
- Collaborative teamwork skills
- Equity-driven approach
- Effective empathetic skills
- Welcoming demeanor
Timeline
Fifth Grade Teacher
Chatham Grove Elementary School | Chatham County Schools
08.2024 - Current
Fourth & Second Grade Teacher
Pearsontown Elementary School | Durham Public Schools
06.2017 - 06.2024
Fourth Grade Teacher
Glenn Elementary School | Durham Public Schools
05.2014 - 06.2017
B.S. - Elementary Education, General Science Concentration, Grades K-6
East Carolina University
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