My goal is to pursue a career as opening my own business as a Teacher in Higher Education. Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments. Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
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Marie Jones
Jackson,MS
Summary
Overview
26
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Ambition Prep Charter School
Teacher
07.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Extended Learning Solution
Prek-5th Grade Teacher Assistant
01.2007 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Assist the teacher in helping students with their homework
- Utilize effective classroom management
- Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and school board policies
- Developed a reading group for each grade level
- Working with students on Art Activities, different types of framework
- Monitor students while they went to the restroom
- Assist with teacher in providing snacks for the students.
Jackson Public Schools
Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd Grade Teacher Assistant
01.2013 - 06.2019
Job overview
- Help with the creations of lesson plans that adhere to Common Core Standards
- Assist teacher with students in preparing them for morning classwork
- Provide positive reinforcement and a nourishing environment for learning
- Worked with students one-on-one in certain areas that they need help in.
Brandi's Hope Community Services
Caregiver/Assistant Transportation Coordinator
01.2013 - 05.2018
Job overview
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
JPS Transportation
Elementary, Middle, and High School Bus Driver
01.1999 - 01.2007
Job overview
- Transported students to and from school
- Transported elementary students from grade K-5th to their elementary schools
- Transported middle school students to middle school grade 6th thru 8th and transported high school students from grade 9th thru 12th to their high school
- Maintain a disciplined and safe learning environment by providing them with the safety rules of the bus
- Uphold and enforce school/district rules & philosophy
- Worked three hours in the cafeteria
- Washed dishes and prepared trays for the next day's work
- Reported back to driving buses.
Education
Jackson State UniversityJackson, MS
Bachelor's of Science/Elementary Education
University Overview
Hinds Community CollegeUtica, MS
Associate/Vocational Degree
University Overview
Mississippi State UniversityStarkville, MS
Master of Science from Education of Individuals in Middle School Special Education Programs
05.2023
University Overview
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Student Engagement
- Behavior Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Growth Mindset
- Public Speaking
- Classroom Instruction
Summaryofqualifications
Summaryofqualifications
- 2013 - Present, Jackson, MS, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd Grade Teacher Assistant (Key Elementary), Help with the creations of lesson plans that adhere to Common Core Standards, Assist teacher with students in preparing them for morning classwork. Provide positive reinforcement and a nourishing environment for learning, Worked with student's one on one in certain area that they need help in
- 2007 - 2020, Jackson, MS, Prek-5th grade Teacher Assistant (Key Elementary), Assist the teacher in helping students with their homework, Utilize effective classroom management, Uphold and enforce schools rules, administrative regulations, and school board policies, Developed a reading group for each group (30 minutes) per grade level, Working with students on Art Activities, different types of framework, Monitor students while they went to the restroom, Assist with teacher in providing snacks for the students
- 1999 - 2007, Jackson, MS, Elementary, Middle, and High School Bus Driver, Transported students to and from school, Transported elementary student from grade K-5th to their elementary schools, Transported Middle school student to middle school grade 6th thru 8th, Transported high school student from grade 9th thru 12th to their high school, Maintain a disciplined and safe learning environment by providing them with the safety rules of the bus, Uphold and enforce school/district rules & philosophy, Worked three hours in the cafeteria, Washed dishes and prepared trays for the next day's work, Reported back to driving buses
Functionalsummary
Functionalsummary
I currently hold a certificate in education where I worked as a Teacher Instructional for grades K-2. I also worked as a Director of ELS Afterschool Program for eight years.References
References
Available Upon RequestCommunity Service
Community Service
- Serve as secretary of the Kitchen Ministry (Rehoboth Christian Worship Center)
- Group leader for the single Ministry at church
- Girl Scout Leader and Sunday School Teacher
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Timeline
Teacher
Ambition Prep Charter School
07.2020 - Current
Caregiver/Assistant Transportation Coordinator
Brandi's Hope Community Services
01.2013 - 05.2018
Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd Grade Teacher Assistant
Jackson Public Schools
01.2013 - 06.2019
Prek-5th Grade Teacher Assistant
Extended Learning Solution
01.2007 - 01.2020
Elementary, Middle, and High School Bus Driver
JPS Transportation
01.1999 - 01.2007
Jackson State University
Bachelor's of Science/Elementary Education
Hinds Community College
Associate/Vocational Degree
Mississippi State University
Master of Science from Education of Individuals in Middle School Special Education Programs
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