Jamie Mahan
Burbank
Summary
Upbeat teacher, that is fluent in English and Spanish, and is devoted to promoting student learning. Skillful in enhancing individual potential, directing classroom environments, and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with good decision-making skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bilingual/Elementary Teacher, Second Grade
Stevenson Elementary School
08.2019 - Current
- Created a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Support students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provide one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities
- Implemented behavior modification strategies
- Collaborate with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans
- Provide after-school tutoring sessions for struggling students
- Develop strong relationships with students and families
- Support English Language Learners with targeted instruction
- Served as a mentor to new teachers
English as a Second Language Teacher
Luther Burbank School
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Conducted Guided Reading groups for ELL students in grades K-5
- Provided native language support for Spanish speaking newcomers
- Developed lessons that increased academic language and knowledge
- Created clear expectations for student learning
- Manage classroom time effectively
- Created accommodations and modifications for diverse learners
- Attended IEP/504 meetings with data on each student
- Provided intervention support for students.
Bilingual 2nd Grade Teacher
WHITTIER PRIMARY SCHOOL
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Lead a classroom of 20 Spanish speaking students
- Teach half the year in Spanish with ESL and half of the year in English with Native language support
- Develop curriculum and lessons that relate to lives and cultures of students
- Create clear routines, expectations, and coordinate parent involvement
- Manage classroom time effectively.
Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher
RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2015 - 08.2017
- Lead a classroom of 18 Spanish speaking students
- Teach 80% Spanish and 20% English
- Interactively motivate students to enjoy learning
- Hands on, flexible and innovative classroom time
- Managed classroom time effectively.
Education
Master of Arts - Second Language Instruction With LBS1
Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL12.2023
Master of Arts - Masters in Reading Education
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY
12.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Elementary Education
DOMINICAN UNIVERSITY
05.2014
Skills
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Oral communication
- Reading Intervention
- Individualized Learning Plans
- Special Education
- Teaching English Language Learners
- Bilingual Instruction
- Child Development
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Multitasking and Organization
- Teacher Collaboration
- Positive Behavior Techniques
- Relationship Building
Certification
- Orton Gillingham Trained
- Learning Behavior Specialist 1 Endorsed
- Bilingual/ESL Endorsed
Timeline
Bilingual/Elementary Teacher, Second Grade
Stevenson Elementary School
08.2019 - Current
English as a Second Language Teacher
Luther Burbank School
08.2018 - 06.2019
Bilingual 2nd Grade Teacher
WHITTIER PRIMARY SCHOOL
08.2017 - 06.2018
Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher
RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2015 - 08.2017
Master of Arts - Second Language Instruction With LBS1
Roosevelt University
Master of Arts - Masters in Reading Education
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Elementary Education
DOMINICAN UNIVERSITY
- Orton Gillingham Trained
- Learning Behavior Specialist 1 Endorsed
- Bilingual/ESL Endorsed
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