RIKKI JEFFERSON
Kindergarten/First Grade ELA Teacher
Washington,DC
Summary
Accomplished ELA Teacher with a proven track record at DC Scholars PCS, enhancing student success through differentiated instruction and effective classroom management. Leveraged literary analysis and interpersonal skills to achieve over 90% of students reaching grade-level proficiency. Excelled in curriculum implementation and fostering significant parent-teacher collaboration for holistic student development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten- First Grade ELA Teacher
DC Scholars PCS
11.2021 - Current
- Administered quarterly iReady Reading assessments
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on teaching strategies and best practices for ELA education.
- Conducted small group learning to reinforce lessons and to provide extra practice
- Utilized data-driven decision-making to identify areas of improvement within the curriculum and adjust lesson plans accordingly, resulting in 90% of scholars ending the school year on and above grade level.
- Fostered relationships with families and parents by encouraging an active learning process in the home and by conducting quarterly parent-teacher conferences
- Promoted a growth mindset in students by setting high expectations and providing support for individual academic goals.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with parents, fostering open communication about student progress and achievements.
- Monitored student progress closely using formative assessments, adjusting instructional approaches as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs and ensure student success.
- Enhanced student comprehension of complex texts through targeted reading strategies and guided practice activities.
- Mentored new teachers in effective ELA instructional techniques, contributing to overall school improvement efforts.
Early Childhood Teacher
Appletree @ Rocketship Legacy Public Charter School
08.2017 - 11.2021
- Adapted and taught students 100% virtually for the 2020-2021 school year
- Created lessons virtually utilizing Google slides, animations and class dojo
- Provided one on one instructions to students focusing on literacy, math, social emotional and language skills
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies such as games and crafts for experiential learning (in person and virtually)
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors
- Kept records of over 19 students' progress, detailing behavioral, emotional, academic and social growth
- Implemented the Every Child Ready curriculum into daily teaching routines, resulting in over 80% of students meeting the end of the year goal for kindergarten readiness
- Led literacy and math small groups from up to 6 students to provide differentiated lessons to meet each student at their level
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing effective teaching strategies and providing support as they acclimated to the school culture.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Promoted early literacy skills by implementing engaging reading activities and fostering a love for books in young learners.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively using consistent routines and age-appropriate consequences, creating a safe learning environment for all students.
- Facilitated successful parent-teacher conferences, addressing concerns and discussing strategies for supporting student growth at home.
Education
Master of Teaching - Early Childhood Education
Relay Graduate School of Education
New York, NY01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Art
Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GA01.2012
Skills
- Excellent classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Literary Analysis
- Reading Comprehension
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Student Motivation
- Curriculum Implementation
- Common Core Standards
References
- Shateshia Richards, 843-377-5900
- Terry Boyd, 202-848-9668
Timeline
Kindergarten- First Grade ELA Teacher
DC Scholars PCS
11.2021 - Current
Early Childhood Teacher
Appletree @ Rocketship Legacy Public Charter School
08.2017 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Art
Clark Atlanta University
Master of Teaching - Early Childhood Education
Relay Graduate School of Education
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