JACKI LYON

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OBJECTIVE To obtain a teaching position in which a strong dedication to the total development of children, a commitment to providing dynamic collaborative instruction and a high degree of enthusiasm can be fully utilized. EDUCATION 2011, Master of Science Degree, Education/Teaching Methodology, University of New England 2009, K-8 Teacher Certification Program, Graduate Level Certificate, University of New England 2001, Bachelor of Science in Accounting, University of Southern Maine PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, COURSEWORK, & CERTIFICATIONS K-8 Teacher Certification, professional, State of Maine as of 07/13/2013 University of Maine continuing graduate coursework: MLP Effective Literacy Practices UNE Graduate Degree Coursework: Teaching Methodologies Choice Words book study workshop 2014 Kids Yoga for the classroom workshop 2013 Language Studies yearlong teacher workshop 2012/2013 Lucy Calkins teacher workshop participant at Mabel I. Wilson Elementary School Have fundraised successfully for two Donors Choose projects for classroom books and materials Project Wet, Project Wild, and Project Learning Tree teacher training certified EXPERIENCE 08/2011-Current, First Grade Teacher, Lisbon Community School, Lisbon Maine Develop and create CCSS balanced literacy unit plans to engage students in meaningful learning situations. Student reading achievement each year has been consistently a minimum of one years reading growth. Develop and teach literacy and math RTI lessons to support all students learning goals. Taught 1st grade Everyday Math with supplemental math fact practice utilizing a workshop based model. Administered FPBA benchmark literacy assessments, Words Their Way assessments, and NWEAs. Engage in effective classroom management techniques utilizing Responsive Classroom, Whole Brain Teaching and Positive Behavioral Support philosophies. Work collaboratively at team level, across the school grade levels, with administration and all support staff. Foster meaningful relationships with students and parents to create a warm, nurturing environment in which all can cooperate and learn. 01-06/2011, Literacy Ed Tech III, Grades K-3, Mabel I. Wilson Elementary School, Cumberland Maine Taught critical reading and writing skills for 1st and 2nd grade students to support classroom instruction. Develop and create literacy lesson plans to support 1st and 2nd grade Tier II students learning needs. Develop and taught 1st grade math intervention lessons to supplement classroom EDM instruction. Work collaboratively with parents, faculty and administration.

Formally assessed K-3 students by administering DIBELS literacy and numeracy benchmark assessment. 08-12/2010, Special Ed Tech III, Grades 1 & 2, Longley Elementary School, Lewiston Maine Provide support for behavioral and developmental special needs students within classroom environment. Implement behavioral plan and expectations for students within Positive Behavioral Support program. Support 1st grade classroom teacher by teaching daily whole class literacy lessons and literacy groups. Formally assessed all first grade students by administering AIMS Web assessment for literacy. Met with grade level teams to modify curriculum, address specific questions regarding alternative assessment, and monitoring student progress. 03 -04/2010, Literacy Specialist long term substitute, Grades 1 & 2, Lunt Elementary School, Falmouth Maine Taught RTI Tier II and Tier III students to achieve literacy benchmark goals. Formally assessed students by administering the AIMS Web midyear probes. Taught RTI Tier II and Tier III students to achieve numeracy goals utilizing Everyday Math. 02/2010, Literacy Specialist long term substitute, Grades 1-6, Sherwood Heights Elementary School, Auburn Maine Taught Title I students in need of additional support to achieve literacy benchmark goals. 01-06/2010, Substitute Teacher, K-6, Falmouth, Cumberland, Auburn and Gray School Districts Learned to adapt in any classroom situation while maintaining classroom standards and expectations with respect and gentle authority. 08-12/2009, Grade 1, Student Teaching Experience, Cooperating teacher Sarah Griffiths, Lunt Elementary School, Falmouth Maine Eagerly implemented, planned, and taught interdisciplinary units. Taught Reading and Writing workshop, Everyday Math, and exploratory science lessons. Engaged in effective classroom management techniques utilizing Responsive Classroom philosophies. Involved in Responsive Classroom PLC to incorporate school wide best practice strategies. Participated in staff meetings, workshops, parent conferences and open house nights. 2007-2008, Grade 4, Language Arts, Reading, Science and Math Practicum Intern Experience, Cooperating teacher Jennifer Merrifield, Plummer-Motz Elementary School, Falmouth Maine Taught weekly vocabulary and exploratory science lessons. Assisted teaching Everyday Math lessons and activities. Taught reading strategy lessons, assisted in reading /writing workshops. 2004-2009, Senior Financial Accountant, WellPoint, Inc., South Portland, Maine Performed monthly analytical review of account reconciliations. 2001-2004, Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, Senior Tax Specialist/CPA, Portland, Maine Designed and implemented staff development training programs. Managed associates and interns. Mentored new employees. Prepared and reviewed partnership, s-corporation, c-corporation, and multi-state tax returns. COMPUTER EXPERIENCE Highly Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat Reader & Writer, Pinnacle Gradebook, Smartboard Steelcase, iPhoto, Google Apps, Weebly, and multiple financial software packages.