Jessica Smith
Clarksville
Summary
Elementary Teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Upper Elementary Teacher
Clarksville-montgomery County School System
08.2024 - Current
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
Upper Elementary Teacher
St. Lucie County School District
08.2016 - 06.2024
- Improved student collaboration by implementing group projects and team-building activities.
- Enhanced critical thinking skills in students through problem-solving assignments and real-world examples.
- Successfully managed classroom behavior by implementing a clear expectations system and consistent consequences for misbehavior.
- Led diverse students to academic success with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs.
- Increased parent engagement through regular communication, conferences, and parent workshops on supporting their child''s education at home.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular units that connected subjects such as math, science, social studies, and language arts.
- Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, targeting areas of need for improvement in student performance.
- Adapted teaching methods according to student performance data, ensuring continuous growth in knowledge retention and application skills.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
KinderCare Learning Centers
08.2007 - 01.2013
- Enhanced learning experience by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects in daily lessons.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a supportive classroom environment.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies, maintaining a well-disciplined and focused learning atmosphere.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum units that connected various subject areas.
Education
Master of Science - Literacy B-12
The College At Brockport
12.2016
Bachelor of Arts - English
The College At Brockport
08.2013
Skills
- Team Lead, 2021-Present
- Special Education
- Instructional Strategies
- Environmental education
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Proficient in Microsoft 365
- Proficient in Canvas
Certification
- TN Professional-6 Year February 25, 2024-August 31, 2029
- TN Early Reading Training - January 3, 2024
- FL Professional Elementary Education, K-6 - July 1, 2016-June 30, 2026
- FL Professional English for Speakers of Other Languages Endorsement - July 9, 2019- June 30, 2026
- FL Professional Reading Endorsement - July 26, 2022-June 30, 2026
Education
Brockport, NY,Brockport, NY
Contact
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34953
Timeline
Upper Elementary Teacher
Clarksville-montgomery County School System
08.2024 - Current
Upper Elementary Teacher
St. Lucie County School District
08.2016 - 06.2024
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
KinderCare Learning Centers
08.2007 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Arts - English
The College At Brockport
- TN Professional-6 Year February 25, 2024-August 31, 2029
- TN Early Reading Training - January 3, 2024
- FL Professional Elementary Education, K-6 - July 1, 2016-June 30, 2026
- FL Professional English for Speakers of Other Languages Endorsement - July 9, 2019- June 30, 2026
- FL Professional Reading Endorsement - July 26, 2022-June 30, 2026
Master of Science - Literacy B-12
The College At Brockport
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