Jennifer Estrada
Goodyear
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. Energetic and able to prioritize appropriately to get tasks done. Learns quickly and can adapt to any work environment.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
The Odyssey Preparatory Academy
11.2018 - 12.2024
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Prepare rubrics to further explain grading.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
Teacher
KinderCare
03.2010 - 11.2016
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
After-School Program Leader
Litchfield School District
09.2006 - 01.2010
- Scheduled mini-lessons, art projects and unstructured playtime for school-age children.
- Connected and frequently communicated with students and parents regarding programs, policies and individual needs.
- Selected nutritious snacks and educational toys for students.
- Created fun, age-appropriate activities for school-age children.
- Managed behavioral issues and used positive behavior strategies for groups of up to 8 students.
- Maintained confidentiality of records by using appropriate data security methods.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Phoenix
Phoenix01-2018
Skills
- Social-emotional learning
- Classroom instruction
- Test proctoring
- Learning strategies
- Testing and grading
- Student rapport
- Behavior management
- Classroom technology
- Data analysis
- Reporting and documentation
- ESL- english as second language
Certification
- Teaching license with the Arizona Department of Education.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher
The Odyssey Preparatory Academy
11.2018 - 12.2024
Teacher
KinderCare
03.2010 - 11.2016
After-School Program Leader
Litchfield School District
09.2006 - 01.2010
- Teaching license with the Arizona Department of Education.
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Phoenix
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