JAMIE FOREMAN
Buckeye
Summary
Dynamic Elementary and Middle School Resource Teacher with extensive experience in creating and implementing individualized educational plans that address diverse learning needs. Expertise in fostering collaborative teaching environments that promote inclusivity and engagement among students. Proven track record of monitoring student progress and ensuring compliance with documentation standards, resulting in improved educational outcomes. Highly adaptable and skilled at building strong relationships with students and parents, contributing to a supportive and effective learning atmosphere.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ESS Teacher
Sequoia Pathfinder Academy at Verrado Way
Buckeye, AZ
07.2025 - Current
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance student engagement.
- Assessed student performance and provided targeted feedback for improvement.
- Led IEP meetings to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Evaluates student's academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports
- Administers, transfers, and interprets diagnostic data as appropriate to his/her area.
- Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve a functional learning atmosphere.
- Assists in the identification and evaluation of students in need of special education programs.
Middle School Math Resource Teacher
Saddle Mountain Unified School District
Tonopah, AZ
07.2019 - 05.2025
- Special Education Lead for two years (mentored colleagues within the special education team)
- Provided guidance on modifications necessary for successful inclusion into general education classes.
- Assisted in developing behavior management plans for students with challenging behaviors.
- Monitored progress of students through data collection, assessment and analysis.
- Created engaging lessons that met state standards while also addressing the individual needs of each student.
- Developed and implemented individualized educational plans to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities.
- Advised colleagues on effective techniques when working with students who have learning differences.
- Ensured compliance with federal laws such as IDEA regarding provision of special education services.
- Established positive relationships with all stakeholders involved in the educational process including staff, parents and guardians, community members and outside agencies.
- Provided direct instruction in small groups or one-on-one settings to support academic growth and development.
Middle School Resource Teacher
Litchfield Elementary School District
Buckeye, AZ
08.2007 - 05.2019
- Assisted school psychologist with administering academic testing to evaluate whether a student qualifies for special education services
- Attended meetings with parents and guardians regarding their child's educational program.
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Canyon Independent School District
Canyon, TX
08.1997 - 05.2007
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with the master schedule
- Gave one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on the entire group
- Experience with special-needs students
- Varied lesson plans
- Positive reinforcement
2nd Grade Teacher
Texline Independent School District
Texline, TX
08.1993 - 12.1996
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results
- Developed and taught lessons on relevant children's books, poems, movies and themes to promote student interest
Education
Master of Science - Instructional Technology
West Texas A&M University
TX01.2002
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
West Texas A&M University
TX01.1992
Skills
- Documentation compliance
- Classroom preparation and maintenance
- Student and parent relations
- Student safety
- Individual and group instruction
- Collaborative teaching
- Progress monitoring
- Trained in CPI
- Teamwork
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Motivating students
- Growth mindset
Certification
- Standard Professional Cross-Cat Spec Ed, K-12
- Standard Professional Elementary, K-8
- Structured English Immersion, PreK-12
Timeline
ESS Teacher
Sequoia Pathfinder Academy at Verrado Way
07.2025 - Current
Middle School Math Resource Teacher
Saddle Mountain Unified School District
07.2019 - 05.2025
Middle School Resource Teacher
Litchfield Elementary School District
08.2007 - 05.2019
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Canyon Independent School District
08.1997 - 05.2007
2nd Grade Teacher
Texline Independent School District
08.1993 - 12.1996
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
West Texas A&M University
Master of Science - Instructional Technology
West Texas A&M University