Gina Jimenez
Menifee,CA
Summary
Driven teaching professional focused on implementing highly effective instructional practices to improve student learning and academic performance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher, First Grade
Oak Meadows Elementary
07.2017 - Current
- Successfully cultivate positive classroom community and ohana.
- Establish close parent relationships through continuous communication via conferences, phone calls, emails, and Class Dojo.
- Deliver effective and differentiated classroom instruction to a diverse range of developmentally unique students.
- Collaborate with multiple team members regarding differentiating instruction and interventions using Wonders and Eureka Math Curriculum.
- Implemented Leader In Me strategies and "7 Habits of Happy Kids", By Sean Covey.
- Redirect students using Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) strategies.
- Produced school-wide communication and information through weekly Hawk Talk video production.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Oversee and participate in weekly after-school reading intervention program to support first-grade literacy skills.
- Coordinate grade-level activities involving 160 students.
- Volunteer assistance for a variety of school functions.
- Work cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Foster student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities
Teacher, First Grade
Hollister Dual Language Academy
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Maintained accurate and complete records for 50 students.
- Created and taught engaging lessons and activities for ELL students.
- Worked with other teachers and administrators to evaluate and revise elementary school programs.
- Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences and teacher training workshops including NGSS implementation.
- Cooperated with parents to support students learning and healthy development in school and at home.
- Created a classroom environment in which children could learn respect for themselves and others.
- Planned and implemented creative lessons in accordance with district, county and state guidelines.
- Participated in after school tutoring program to improve reading comprehension skills using Raz Kids and developed math skills using multiple math strategies including Number Talks.
Teacher, Kindergarten and Second Grade
Kalei'opu'u Elementary
08.2008 - 06.2014
- Provided a challenging and structured classroom learning environment.
- Planned rigorous engaging lessons to assist a variety of learning abilities.
- Integrated MSL Language Arts and MSL Math curriculum into daily whole group and small group learning activities.
- Collaborated with grade-level teachers for lesson planning ideas.
- Successfully implemented The Daily Five learning strategies and IXL math.
- Coordinated grade-level field trips and student activities.
- Effectively communicated with parents regarding student academic and social behavior performance.
- Implemented effective classroom management and behavior strategies.
- Mentored a new incoming Kindergarten Teacher.
Teacher, Title I Math and ELO Summer & After School Program K-3
Kalei'opu'u Elementary
06.2010 - 10.2013
- Instructed a small group of students using provided curriculum and teacher created curriculum.
- Implemented activities to reinforce previously learned skills.
- Helped students set individual learning goals in the classroom and in a computer lab setting.
- Provided parents and students with weekly progress reports including academic and social behavior.
- Devised a unique positive reinforcement system with rewards.
- Collaborated with Title I Teachers for lesson planning ideas.
Teacher, Second and Third Grade
Mokapu Elementary
08.2003 - 06.2007
- Developed a positive learning environment for students of unique military backgrounds.
- Planned all lessons to assist a variety of learning styles.
- Collaborated with grade-level teachers for lesson planning and intervention ideas.
- Organized student learning activities on and off school campus including field trips.
- Made leadership decisions as a Grade-Level Chair team member.
- Effectively communicated with parents regarding student academic and social performance.
- Implemented effective classroom management and behavior strategies.
Education
Elementary Teacher Education Program - Multiple Subject Waiver
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA2002
Bachelor of Science - Child and Adolescent Studies
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA2000
Associate of Arts - Social Studies
Golden West College
Huntington Beach, CA1999
Skills
- Differentiation Instruction
- Understand Thinking Maps
- Flexible and Adaptive
- Knowledgeable in Leader In Me
- Classroom Management
- Strong Communicator
- Purposeful Lesson Planning
- Student-Centered Learning
Certification
- Multiple Subject Credential, CLAD Certification
- California Teaching License
Timeline
Teacher, First Grade
Oak Meadows Elementary
07.2017 - Current
Teacher, First Grade
Hollister Dual Language Academy
08.2015 - 06.2017
Teacher, Title I Math and ELO Summer & After School Program K-3
Kalei'opu'u Elementary
06.2010 - 10.2013
Teacher, Kindergarten and Second Grade
Kalei'opu'u Elementary
08.2008 - 06.2014
Teacher, Second and Third Grade
Mokapu Elementary
08.2003 - 06.2007
Elementary Teacher Education Program - Multiple Subject Waiver
California State University, Fullerton
Bachelor of Science - Child and Adolescent Studies
California State University, Fullerton
Associate of Arts - Social Studies
Golden West College
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