Jordan Taper
adt7e8@r.postjobfree.com
Milwaukee WI, 53218
Professional Summary
Adaptable and focused teacher with demonstrated success in managing organized classrooms, updating records and providing both group and individualized instruction. Proficient in helping advanced, struggling and special needs students enhance learning. Experienced with elementary education instruction.
Education
05/2018
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
B.S. in Education
Skills
● Classroom management
● Test Proctoring
● Technological Instruction
● Tailoring Curriculum Plans
● Positive Reinforcement
● Positive Learning Environment
● Elementary education
● Middle School Education
● Lesson Planning
Work History
Job Title: 5th Grade Teacher
Employer: St. Vincent Pallotti Catholic School
City: Milwaukee
State: Wisconsin
Start Date: Aug. 2022
End Date: Sept. 2022
● Keep the classroom under control
● Develop lesson plans
● Establish and enforce a set of rules for the classroom
● Keep parents updated on their child's progress
● Prepare students for standardized tests
● Monitor the halls in between classes
● Encourage students to learn as much as they can
● Recognize problematic behavior in students
Job Title: Substitute Teacher
Employer: West Allis-West Milwaukee School District City: Milwaukee
State: Wisconsin
Start Date: Oct. 2021
● Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
● Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
● Followed classroom plans left by the class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
● Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
● Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Job Title: Education Assistant
Employer: St. Thomas Aquinas Academy
City: Milwaukee
State: Wisconsin
Start Date: Sept. 2020
End Date: Jun. 2021
● Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
● Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
● Followed classroom plans left by the class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
● Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
● Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Job Title: Co-Teacher
Employer: St. Thomas Aquinas Academy
City: Milwaukee
State: Wisconsin
Start Date: Feb. 2020
End Date: Jun. 2020
● Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain a positive learning environment.
● Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher’s lesson delivery.
● Assessed and managed student behavior to maintain a climate of intensive instruction.
● Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support to maintain student progress and development.
● Performed staff monitoring duties such as overseeing recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
● Collaborated with teachers to assist lesson and curriculum planning efforts.
● Supported teacher in instructing core subjects, providing supplementary information and materials.
Job Title: School Library Media Specialist
Employer: Milwaukee Public Schools
City: Milwaukee
State: Wisconsin Start
Date: Dec. 2018
End Date: Mar. 2019
● Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
● Marketed the library's many services to visitors and patrons through active communication.
● Kept detailed records of lending transactions and library users.
● Processed receipt of new book, audio visual and
computer software inventory.
● Maintained a secure environment by monitoring visitors at the front desk.
● Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
● Closely monitored front desk visitors to maintain a secure and clean environment