Jennifer Brown
Sharon,MA
Summary
Professional language educator prepared to bring expertise in Spanish instruction to new role. Known for developing engaging and effective lesson plans that motivate students and enhance their language skills. Valued team player with strong focus on collaboration and achieving educational goals, flexible and reliable in adapting to evolving classroom requirements. Skilled in curriculum development and classroom management, with warm and approachable demeanor that fosters positive learning environment.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Spanish Teacher
Sharon Public Schools
09.2024 - Current
- Established a positive classroom culture by promoting respect, responsibility, and open communication among students.
- Enhanced language acquisition by incorporating visual and auditory aids in lessons.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers on best practices for teaching foreign languages.
- Helped organize cultural events to enhance students' understanding of Hispanic culture and traditions.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Preschool Teacher
Preschool for Creative Beginnings
08.2013 - 06.2023
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed monthly lesson plans around a theme and introduced Spanish vocabulary to go along with each theme.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Boosted children's social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Maintained accurate records of each child''s progress throughout the year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
- Nurtured creativity in students by incorporating arts and crafts into curriculum, showcasing their talents.
Middle School Spanish Teacher
Newton Public Schools
09.1993 - 01.2008
- Mentored new Spanish teachers, providing guidance for effective classroom management techniques and curriculum development.
- Promoted language retention through engaging projects and activities that reinforced vocabulary and grammar concepts.
- Contributed to a positive school environment by participating in extracurricular activities and taking on leadership roles when needed, such as serving as department chair.
- Boosted students' cultural awareness by incorporating authentic materials and real-world scenarios in lessons.
- Implemented creative assessment methods such as multimedia presentations or group projects, allowing students multiple ways of demonstrating proficiency while building essential collaboration skills.
- Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
- Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
- Evaluated students' progress regularly through assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
Education
Master of Education -
Harvard University
Cambridge, MABachelor of Arts - Sociology, Spanish Language And Literature
Brandeis University
Waltham, MASkills
- Interactive teaching methods
- Native Spanish fluency
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Cultural awareness
Certification
- World Language (Spanish) Teacher Certification (PreK-6)
Timeline
Elementary Spanish Teacher
Sharon Public Schools
09.2024 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Preschool for Creative Beginnings
08.2013 - 06.2023
Middle School Spanish Teacher
Newton Public Schools
09.1993 - 01.2008
Master of Education -
Harvard University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Spanish Language And Literature
Brandeis University
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