Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Oxford Elementary School, excelling in motivating students and fostering collaborative learning. Skilled in innovative lesson planning and student assessments, I've significantly enhanced classroom engagement and student success. Committed to continuous professional development and community involvement, I bring both critical hard and soft skills to foster educational excellence.
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SHAMIKKA JONES
Hobson City,AL
Summary
Overview
9
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Oxford Elementary School
Teacher
06.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- 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.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
Anniston City Schools
Teacher
05.2016 - 05.2020
Job overview
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- 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.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
Education
University of ArizonaTucson, AZ
Master of Arts from Education
11-2025
University Overview
- Honoree of Golden key
- Dean's List 2023-2024
- Honor Roll 2023-2024
- 3.68 GPA
- Golden key Member
Ashford UniversitySan Diego, CA
Bachelor of Arts from Early Childhood Education
03-2019
University Overview
- Honoree of Golden Key Honor Society
Skills
- Motivating students
- Collaborative learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Student assessment
- Innovative lesson planning
- Project-based learning
- Student needs assessment
- Community involvement
- Student rapport
- Testing and grading
- Student evaluations
- Parent and student communication
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Student Mentor - Volunteered as temporary student guidance counselor to help resolve student personal issues.
- Named "Teacher of the Month" at Cobb Elementary in 2019
- Student Involvement - Volunteered as faculty member representative for student-led Mock Trial club, supervising weekly after school meetings and attending bi-weekly weekend conferences.
- Lesson Implementation - Met all assigned learning goals through the implementation of Math pathways.
- Led class to an average 80% increase in math and reading standardized test scores during the 2019-2020 school year.
- ESL Literacy - Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
Certification
- First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification – American Red Cross.
- OSHA Certified
Dean's List
Dean's List
I made the Dean's list for the last 8 classes.
Timeline
Teacher
Oxford Elementary School
06.2020 - Current
Teacher
Anniston City Schools
05.2016 - 05.2020
University of Arizona
Master of Arts from Education
Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts from Early Childhood Education
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