Ansunell Jacobs
Fort Macleod,Alberta
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at PCS, adept in curriculum design and differentiated instruction techniques. Spearheaded innovative lesson planning, enhancing student engagement and comprehension. Excelled in fostering collaborative environments, achieving significant improvements in learning outcomes. Skilled in technology integration and multicultural sensitivity, ensuring inclusive and effective education.
Knowledgeable teacher making complex concepts easier to understand while challenging students to think critically. Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction as needed. Familiar with different assessments and pedagogical methods to help gauge understanding and learning.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructor Education
PCS
10.2024 - Current
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
Principal and Founder
Bethel Independent School
01.2017 - 04.2024
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
- Evaluated curriculum materials for alignment with state standards, ensuring consistency across grade levels and subject areas.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to foster trust, collaboration, and commitment to shared goals.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
Teacher
Ruens College
01.2016 - 04.2017
- 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.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Teacher
Green Welly Kids
01.2010 - 12.2014
- 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.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Principal and Founder
Bethel Independent Learning Foundation
01.2007 - 12.2009
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
- Evaluated curriculum materials for alignment with state standards, ensuring consistency across grade levels and subject areas.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
Special Needs Teacher
Overberg Primary
01.2006 - 12.2006
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
Kindergarten Teacher
Overberg Pre Primary
01.2000 - 12.2006
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
Educator Assistant
JBM Hertzog Primary
02.1994 - 12.1994
- Increased student participation with engaging activities and group projects that promoted collaboration and teamwork.
- Assisted lead teacher in the monitoring of student progress and updating required documentation, ensuring accurate records for each learner.
- Enhanced classroom environment by implementing various teaching methods and strategies, catering to diverse learning styles.
- Utilized assessment data to tailor instruction for individual learners'' needs while addressing overall class performance goals.
Education
No Degree - Cognitive Psychology And Special Educational Needs
Academy of Learning Career College
Online01-2022
No Degree - Teaching English As A Second Language
TEFL Professional Development Institute
South Africa01-2020
Higher Education Diploma - Higher Education Diploma
University of South Africa
Johannesburg Gauteng South Africa01-2007
Bachelor of Science - Educational Psychology
University of The Free State
Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa01-1996
Skills
- Collaborative team player
- Curriculum design
- Student records management
- Continuous professional development
- Class instruction
- Innovative lesson planning
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Progress evaluations
- Student engagement
- Instructional techniques
- Expertise in subject matter
- Technology integration
- Differentiated instruction techniques
- Curriculum development expertise
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Afrikaans
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Instructor Education
PCS
10.2024 - Current
Principal and Founder
Bethel Independent School
01.2017 - 04.2024
Teacher
Ruens College
01.2016 - 04.2017
Teacher
Green Welly Kids
01.2010 - 12.2014
Principal and Founder
Bethel Independent Learning Foundation
01.2007 - 12.2009
Special Needs Teacher
Overberg Primary
01.2006 - 12.2006
Kindergarten Teacher
Overberg Pre Primary
01.2000 - 12.2006
Educator Assistant
JBM Hertzog Primary
02.1994 - 12.1994
No Degree - Cognitive Psychology And Special Educational Needs
Academy of Learning Career College
No Degree - Teaching English As A Second Language
TEFL Professional Development Institute
Higher Education Diploma - Higher Education Diploma
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Science - Educational Psychology
University of The Free State
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