Yolanda Jones
Dallas
Summary
Confident Educator delivering results-focused teaching for consistent, measurable academic achievement. Easily manages both large and small classes using adaptable strategies that appeal to diverse personalities, backgrounds and learning types. Accustomed to both in-person and online instruction environments, allowing for optimal lesson engagement and schedule flexibility.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ESL Teacher
VIPKID
08.2017 - Current
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Supported students holistically to achieve academic success.
English & Social Studies Teacher
Lancaster ISD
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
7th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Duncanville ISD
09.2013 - 04.2021
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TX08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies
Lacrosse University
Bay St. Louis, MO06.2006
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Dallas County College
Lancaster, TX12.2003
Skills
- Academic Assessment Methods
- Interactive Teaching
- Language Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Test Preparation
- Sound Judgment
- Creative Learning Strategies
- Student Evaluation
- Providing Feedback
- Various Learning Styles Understanding
- Skills Enhancement
- Small Group Instruction
Certification
4-8 English Language Arts/Reading
4-8 ESL Certified
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
English & Social Studies Teacher
Lancaster ISD
09.2021 - 05.2022
ESL Teacher
VIPKID
08.2017 - Current
7th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Duncanville ISD
09.2013 - 04.2021
Master of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Dallas Baptist University
Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies
Lacrosse University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Dallas County College
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