Sarah Jordan
Arlington,TX
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Lower Elementary Montessori Teacher
Fort Worth ISD
Fort Worth, TX
08.2014 - Current
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student.
- Organized a variety of activities designed to stimulate intellectual curiosity in all areas of study.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques based on individual student strengths and weaknesses.
- Assisted in planning school events such as field trips, assemblies, fundraisers.
- Used Montessori philosophy, curriculum and techniques to develop student's full potential and treated each child with dignity and respect.
- Delivered Montessori lessons with aim of promoting coordination, concentration, independence and order in safe and positive learning environment.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to Montessori teaching methods.
- Prepared environment where furnishings and materials corresponded to class needs and paid careful attention to maintaining clean, orderly and attractive Montessori learning area.
- Used various assessment tools to evaluate each student's capabilities.
- Developed lesson plans, independent learning exercises, curricula and methods to cater to needs of individual children and facilitated student-led discussions.
Kindergarten Teacher
DOE Government of Guam
Agana, Guam
08.1984 - 08.2024
- Planned and implemented engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Attended professional development workshops in order to stay abreast of current trends in education.
- Monitored, documented and reported students' progress and performance.
- Adapted lesson plans based on student performance data to ensure success for all learners.
First Grade Teacher
Fort Worth ISD
Fort Worth, TX
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Implemented evidence-based interventions designed to improve academic achievement among all learners.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Fort Worth Montessori School
Fort Worth, TX
07.2012 - 06.2014
- Created a safe and stimulating environment for children to learn through play.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure open communication regarding their child's progress.
- Monitored students' progress using observation techniques and documented development records.
- Set guidelines for teacher performance and lesson planning and oversaw compliance with established procedures.
- Attended staff meetings regularly to stay informed of new policies or procedures.
Lower Elementary Montessori Teacher
Waco Independent School District
Waco, TX
08.1997 - 06.2012
- Conducted parent meetings at least twice a year to discuss educational objectives.
- Utilized appropriate behavior management strategies when addressing disciplinary issues.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques based on individual student strengths and weaknesses.
- Developed and implemented Montessori-based lesson plans to teach academic, emotional, and physical skills.
- Observed students during work periods in order to provide guidance or assistance as necessary.
- Collaborated with administrators, parents, counselors, and other teachers to ensure successful learning experiences for students.
- Attended staff meetings regularly in order to stay informed about current initiatives.
- Created an environment that fostered independence, critical thinking, and problem solving.
Title One Reading Teacher
Waco ISD
Waco, TX
08.1991 - 06.1997
- Provided individualized instruction to students in order to meet their unique needs and learning styles.
- Administered standardized tests as required by the school district or state.
- Engaged students in activities designed to foster critical thinking skills related to reading comprehension.
- Incorporated multi-sensory approaches into daily lesson plans when appropriate.
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions focusing on phonemic awareness, fluency, comprehension, vocabulary development, and writing skills.
First Grade Teacher
Fort Worth ISD
Fort Worth, TX
08.1988 - 06.1991
- Attended professional development workshops related to best practices in teaching pedagogy or instructional strategies.
- Encouraged parental involvement by communicating regularly through phone calls, emails, newsletters and parent conferences.
- Assessed student performance through formal testing and informal observation.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions designed to improve academic achievement among all learners.
- Maintained safe, clean and organized classroom environment.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education/ Montessori
Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TX12-2019
Certificate of Completion - Reading Specialist
Region X11 ESC - Master Reading Teacher
Waco, TX07-2009
AMS Certification - Life - Early Childhood - Early Childhood Education
Houston Montessori Center
Houston, TX07-2000
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Texas Wesleyan University
Fort Worth, TX12-1983
High School Diploma -
Western Hills High School
Fort Worth, TX06-1979
Skills
- Community Involvement
Timeline
Lower Elementary Montessori Teacher
Fort Worth ISD
08.2014 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Fort Worth ISD
08.2014 - 06.2015
Preschool Lead Teacher
Fort Worth Montessori School
07.2012 - 06.2014
Lower Elementary Montessori Teacher
Waco Independent School District
08.1997 - 06.2012
Title One Reading Teacher
Waco ISD
08.1991 - 06.1997
First Grade Teacher
Fort Worth ISD
08.1988 - 06.1991
Kindergarten Teacher
DOE Government of Guam
08.1984 - 08.2024
Master of Arts - Elementary Education/ Montessori
Dallas Baptist University
Certificate of Completion - Reading Specialist
Region X11 ESC - Master Reading Teacher
AMS Certification - Life - Early Childhood - Early Childhood Education
Houston Montessori Center
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Texas Wesleyan University
High School Diploma -
Western Hills High School
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