Jada R.
6th Grade Teacher at GEMS World Academy - Chicago- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Educator - Type 2 (Middle School)
Illinois State Board of EducationJun, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
English Language Arts & Literature Endorsement
Illinois State Board of EducationJun, 2020- Nov, 2024
Experience
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GEMS World Academy - Chicago
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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6th Grade Teacher
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Nov 2022 - Present
Created/Managed a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of students.Created lessons on forms of evaluating evidence critically, to analyze for understanding through concepts and help students identify their identities as individuals and as responsible members of local and global communities. Exhibited working knowledge of developmentally appropriate instructional methodologies: case studies, lecture, group participation, and work groups. Demonstrated ability to help students develop and hone the skills of critical reading, writing, thinking, research, source evaluation, and citation using International Baccalaureate MYP curriculum. Differentiated instructions using individualized learning plans to meet the needs of highly capable students. Created course guide/syllabus/assignments to enhance critical thinking and writing abilities. Collaborated with teachers to develop the curriculum of International Baccalaureate MYP Program for Individual and Societies course. Show less
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Learning Specialist (6th-12th)
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Aug 2022 - Present
- Assists students to develop learning strategies that support individual success, which may include instruction on compensatory study skills, test taking strategies, time management, course tutoring, etc- Collaborated with teachers to assist students with differentiated learning needs- Developed Individual Learning Plans for teachers to scaffold/modify assignments forstudents' learning needs.- Administered standardized testing- Facilitated/Lead Professional Development workshops- Differentiated International Baccalaureate curriculum to meet the needs of capablestudents- Experience managing unfamiliar functions- The ability to build strong, productive, and collegial relationships with manager, peers,and direct reports- Presentation, communication, and writing skills- Ability to identify, document, and work in collaborative teams to solve problems as theyarise- Ability to rapidly adapt and respond to changes in environment and priorities Show less
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Distinctive Schools
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United States
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Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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7th Grade English & History Teacher
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Aug 2020 - Jul 2022
Created/Managed a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of students. • • Created lessons taught/assisted students on forms of English Language Arts & Medieval History Differentiated Summit curriculum/instruction/individualized learning plans to meet the needs of highly capable students. Created course guide/syllabus/assignments to enhance critical thinking and writing abilities. Reviewed, corrected and commented upon written assignments. Lesson planning/Summit curriculum development collaboration with colleagues. Experience as a team-builder and collaborator; ability to build effective relationships Effective organizational, managerial, and planning skills with keen attention to detail. Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills Cultural competence and fluency in identity development to empower students to work for an inclusive and equitable community Demonstrated commitment to equity and the dismantling of oppressive systems and structures; continual diversity, equity, and inclusion learner/educator. Understanding of mission-driven work, education policy, and/or the challenges and opportunities facing the education sector. ● Strong prioritization and Summit project leadership skills, especially for large, complex projects. ● Experience managing unfamiliar functions ● The ability to build strong, productive, and collegial relationships with manager, peers, and direct reports ● Presentation, communication, and writing skills ● Ability to identify, document, and work in collaborative teams to solve problems as they arise ● Ability to rapidly adapt and respond to changes in environment and priorities Show less
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Latin School of Chicago
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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High Jump Chicago Program- Educator
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Jun 2019 - May 2021
- Created/Managed a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of students via Zoom - Created lessons taught/assisted students on forms of writing and critical thinking pertaining to social injustice. - Differentiated curriculum/instruction/individualized learning plans to meet the needs of highly capable students. - Created course guide/syllabus/assignments to enhance critical thinking and writing abilities. Reviewed, corrected and commented upon written assignments. - Lesson planning/curriculum development collaboration with colleagues. - Experience as a team-builder and collaborator; ability to build effective relationships Effective organizational, managerial, and planning skills with keen attention to detail. Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills - Demonstrated commitment to equity and the dismantling of oppressive systems and structures; continual diversity, equity, and inclusion learner/educator. Show less
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Education
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2023 - 2024
National Louis University
Educational Specialist, Curriculum and Instruction -
National Louis University
Master of Education - MEd, Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching -
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Bachelor of Arts - BA, English Language and Literature, General
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