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Elizabeth Jones

Reeds Spring

Summary

Accomplished teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

5th Grade Teacher

Reeds Spring R-IV School District
08.2018 - Current
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in the educational process.
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
  • Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
  • Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
  • Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
  • Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
  • Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
  • Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.

Specific Involvements

  • Planned and organized school-wide events
  • Building PBIS
  • Led PD for Staff on multiple occasions
  • On Teacher Retention & High Quality Employees Committee
  • On Career Ladder Committee
  • Building Leadership Team
  • Created an after-school Book Club
  • Created common assessments
  • Wolves Academy Teacher/Virtual Learning in 2020
  • Help plan scope and sequence for the school year
  • Created Priority Standards
  • Volunteered for after-school activities
  • Presented for District PD sessions
  • Collaborated with grade-level/vertical teams
  • Create effective and efficient agendas for building level PD days


4th Grade Teacher

Springfield Public Schools
08.2016 - 05.2018
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
  • Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
  • Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
  • Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.

Education

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS
05.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Drury University
Springfield, MO
12.2015

Skills

  • Self-Contained Classrooms
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Family Involvement
  • Technology Integration
  • Small Group Leadership
  • Expectation Management
  • Process Improvement Implementation
  • Active Participation
  • Safe, Positive Learning Environment
  • Technology Implementation
  • Curriculum Planning and Implementation
  • Instructional Leadership
  • Committee Leadership
  • Classroom Discipline

Timeline

5th Grade Teacher

Reeds Spring R-IV School District
08.2018 - Current

4th Grade Teacher

Springfield Public Schools
08.2016 - 05.2018

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

University of Kansas

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Drury University
Elizabeth Jones