Leontyne Jones
Minden,LA
Summary
Patient Math Teacher with resourceful and engaging teaching style demonstrated over 11 years of academic experience. Caring and hardworking professional with exceptional work ethic and commitment to cultivating productive learning environments to drive student progress and comprehension.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher, Grades 2-3
Webster Parish School Board
08.2018 - Current
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Integrated real-world applications into math lessons to increase relevance for students, enhancing problem-solving skills and critical thinking abilities.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Implemented peer tutoring system to enhance comprehensive understanding of math techniques and increase student test scores.
Elementary Teacher, Grades 2-3
Claiborne Parish School Board
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Supported struggling readers through individualized interventions and progress monitoring, leading to improved reading levels.
- Increased student motivation by incorporating diverse texts and engaging activities in lesson plans.
- Differentiated instruction based on individual student needs, allowing all learners to achieve success in mathematics.
Middle School ELA Teacher
DeSoto Independent School District
08.2012 - 05.2014
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Contributed to school-wide professional development initiatives by leading workshops on best practices for teaching ESL learners across different grade levels.
- Facilitated class discussion to help students work through questions and expand understanding.
- Supported English Language Learners through targeted scaffolding techniques, enhancing language acquisition and academic performance.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
Middle School Teacher, Grades 6-8
Temple Charter Academy
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on experiments and demonstrations into lesson plans.
- Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, targeting areas of weakness for improvement efforts.
- Promoted a growth mindset within the classroom, encouraging students to embrace challenges and learn from setbacks.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2018
Bachelor of Applied Arts And Science - Applied Arts And Science
University of North Texas
Denton, TX12.2010
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Collaborative learning
- Google Classroom
- Oral communication
- Grammar Instruction
- Real-World Applications
- Project-based learning
- Student-Centered Learning
- Community Partnerships
- Licensed in Louisiana & Texas
Additional Information
- Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) Member
- Math Lead Teacher- 3rd Grade
- Honors Math/Science Teacher- 2yrs
- School Improvement Committee Member
- Advisor of the Student Leadership Club
- Black History Committee Member
- Yearbook Committee Member
- ESL Lead Teacher
References
Neila Ferguson
Math Content Coach
Webster Parish School Board
(318)-525-6032
LaTonya Gavin
Assistant Principal
Minden High School
(318)-268-6638
Timeline
Elementary Teacher, Grades 2-3
Webster Parish School Board
08.2018 - Current
Elementary Teacher, Grades 2-3
Claiborne Parish School Board
08.2016 - 05.2018
Middle School ELA Teacher
DeSoto Independent School District
08.2012 - 05.2014
Middle School Teacher, Grades 6-8
Temple Charter Academy
08.2010 - 06.2011
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Applied Arts And Science - Applied Arts And Science
University of North Texas
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