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Zéa Joles, M. Ed

Bangor,ME

Summary

I carry my well-earned reputation as a dynamic and accomplished classroom teacher with a near decade of experience in middle school-level education, while demonstrating leadership abilities, exceptional communication, and organizational skills. I have a proven ability to cultivate a positive learning environment, foster student growth and relationships, and collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents, and administrators. I bring further skills in curriculum development, instructional planning, and student and data-driven assessment. I have grown to be adept at implementing innovative teaching strategies and integrating unique experiences to enhance learning outcomes. I am committed and passionate about the efforts to promote equity, diversity, and inclusion within our school community. Since completing my Educational Leadership degree, I am eager to leverage my expertise and passion for education in the role of assistant principal to support student success, teacher development, and our shared and continued school improvement visions.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Middle School English Teacher

Bucksport Middle School
08.2017 - Current
  • Utilized data-driven instructional methods (NWEA and Lucy Calkins) to identify areas of improvement for individual students, tailoring lessons accordingly to optimize academic growth and success.
  • Fostered an inclusive classroom culture, in both academics and social-emotional domains, by addressing diverse needs through differentiated methods.
  • Established positive rapport, quickly, with families through weekly email updates, positive contacts home, and through quick and direct responses when issues arise.
  • Communicated closely with special education teachers to provide appropriate accommodations and equal opportunities for success for students with disabilities.
  • Both encouraged and embraced collaboration and communication with teachers and staff to meet student needs in multiple environments.

5th Grade Teacher

RSU 22
08.2015 - 06.2017
  • Effectively taught through a team teaching model, structured through cluster grouping.
  • Piloted Student Learning Objectives (SLOs) through creation and effective implementation.
  • Participated in the Peer Observation Team as a novice teacher to seek out feedback and improvement strategies.
  • Directed and organized the annual school variety show.

Education

Masters of Education (M. Ed) - Educational Leadership

University of Maine Graduate School
Orono, ME
08.2023

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University of Maine
Orono, ME
05.2015

Associate of Applied Science - Education

Eastern Maine Community College
Bangor, ME
05.2013

Skills

  • Priority of relationship-building skills with families, students, and staff
  • Efficient and effective communication skills and strategies
  • Knowledge of district and community history
  • Classroom and behavior management strengths
  • Curriculum development and implementation
  • Teacher mentoring
  • Experience with data-driven planning and instruction

Timeline

Middle School English Teacher

Bucksport Middle School
08.2017 - Current

5th Grade Teacher

RSU 22
08.2015 - 06.2017

Masters of Education (M. Ed) - Educational Leadership

University of Maine Graduate School

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University of Maine

Associate of Applied Science - Education

Eastern Maine Community College
Zéa Joles, M. Ed