Jessica M Hamm

13880 Amy Lane, Nokesville VA 20181 jessham@mail.regent.edu (571) 991-4301

Education: ___________________________________________________________________________________
Regent University, B.S. Interdisciplinary Studies, Concentration: PreK-6th

August 2012-May 2016

Teaching Experience: __________________________________________________________________________

Student Teaching
Atlantic Shores Christian School (1st Grade) Virginia Beach, VA

Participated and cotaught in classroom activities and taught lessons in small groups, in particular, guided reading
and using manipulatives
Collaborated with the 1st grade team to ensure learning for all students and modify instruction
Actively listened and payed attention to students needs and responses
Used available data to document/communicate student progress and develop learning targets

Independence Middle School (6th Grade Science) Virginia Beach, VA

March 2016-May 2016

January 2016-March 2016

Planned, cotaught, and reflected on lessons presented to 6th grade students

Focused on diverse languages and cultures in the classroom
Planned for differentiated instruction
Used assessment tools for both formative and summative purposes
Plan, organize, and assign activities that are specific to each students IEP

Practicum Student
North Landing Elementary School (2nd and 5th Grade) Virginia Beach, VA

January 2015-May 2015

Implemented strategies to build a positive learning community

Developed and applied teaching strategies into multiple classroom settings
Observed and implemented teaching strategies into the classroom setting such as interdisciplinary learning, team
teaching, student centers

Employment Experience: _______________________________________________________________________

The Merit School Daycare Provider Woodbridge, VA

Documented records on individual children, including daily observations and information about activities, meals served,
and medications administered.
Observed for signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and bring the problems to the attention of parents
Assisted other instructional staff with daily lessons and routines

Nanny Dumfries, VA

May 2012-August 2015

June 2013-August 2013

Created a stimulating, nurturing, and safe environment for the children

Taught children good social manners
Planned and lead educational activities, included reading with the children

Volunteer Experience:
__________________________________________________________________________
Sunday school Teacher Image Church Woodbridge, VA
Present

June 2010-

Plan and prepare a learning session appropriate to the needs and understanding of the children (ages ranged from 2-5)
Interacted personally with with each pupil, knowing such things as their name, spiritual experience, needs, and family
relationships

Certification: _________________________________________________________________________________

First aid/CPR/AED Certified

Child Abuse & Neglect Certified
Virginia Beach Certified Substitute Teacher

Skills: _______________________________________________________________________________________

Mastered computer programs such as Microsoft, Adobe, Weebley, Android, Email, and Internet

Achieved sufficient knowledge of document cameras, SMART Boards, Promethean Boards, and MimioProjectors