Maria Jackson
Memphis
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Experienced with developing engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles. Utilizes effective classroom management techniques to create productive learning environment. Strong understanding of child development and pedagogical strategies.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Peabody Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Developed positive relationships with parents, communicating regularly about student progress and classroom happenings.
- Enhanced students'' mathematical abilities through hands-on activities and real-world examples.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Downtown Elementary
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Monitored student actions and applied established interventions to redirect behavior and resolve conflicts.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
Teacher's Assistant
Youth Villages
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
Camp Counselor
Kroc Center
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
Education
Degree in Family & Consumer Sciences -
UT Martin
08.2020
Skills
- Thematic Study Techniques
- Motivating Students
- Standardized Testing
- Instructing
- Individualized learning plans
- Growth mindset
- Special needs support
- Mathematics teaching
Skills
- Counseling
Timeline
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Peabody Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Downtown Elementary
08.2021 - 08.2022
Teacher's Assistant
Youth Villages
07.2021 - 08.2022
Camp Counselor
Kroc Center
08.2019 - 07.2020
Degree in Family & Consumer Sciences -
UT Martin
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