Jori Beams-Baker M.ED
Silver Spring
Summary
Experienced mathematics educator with strong focus on fostering student achievement and engagement. Adept at developing and implementing effective lesson plans, facilitating collaborative learning environments, and adapting to evolving educational needs. Skilled in classroom management, curriculum development, and integrating technology to enhance learning outcomes. Known for reliability, teamwork, and results-driven approach in educational settings.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary Math Teacher
District of Columbia Public Schools
08.2019 - Current
- DCPS Secondary Math Teacher 2019-2022
- Achieved an Individual Value Added (IVA) score of 4, demonstrating significant impact on student academic growth.
- Attained a TAS (Teaching and Learning Framework) rating of 4, reflecting excellence in instructional practice and student outcomes.
- Recognized as Teacher of the Month for exemplary teaching, leadership, and fostering a positive classroom culture.
- Led a model math classroom observed by district leaders, showcasing best practices in mathematical instruction and student engagement.
- Facilitated professional learning communities to analyze student work, plan lessons, and develop content knowledge aligned with the DCPS curriculum.
- Delivered targeted coaching to colleagues through co-planning, lesson modeling, and classroom observations to enhance instructional effectiveness.
- Analyzed student performance data to inform instructional decisions and improve student outcomes, resulting in measurable academic gains.
- Implemented innovative instructional strategies that increased student understanding of complex mathematical concepts and problem-solving.
- Maintained open and productive communication with teaching staff, administration, students and parents.
- Developed, planned, and administer 25 asynchronous e-learning modules
- Formulated an Google Drive hub of virtual educational materials in Math for teachers, students, and families
- Created various Excel documents to assist with pulling metrics data and presenting information to stakeholders for concise explanations of best placement for needed resources.
Math Development Coach
TNTP
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Observing and providing specific, actionable, on-the-spot feedback to individual Fellows multiple times per week on their teaching performance in the classroom
- Planning and executing daily coaching experiences, including in-classroom interventions, that are based on performance data and offer opportunities for practice and immediate feedback
- Assessed students' progress throughout school year and adjusted instructional methods and content focus
- Evaluate organizational training requirements and work with subject-matter experts and senior leadership to design solutions optimizing onboarding, student performance, and quality management
- Evaluate Fellow performance by assessing Fellow proficiency, using data to identify trends in teacher performance and identifying the highest priority development areas on an individual and group level
- Collaborates with additional departments and/or teams to ensure that all Fellows are able to access curriculum
- Observed and providing specific, actionable, on-the-spot feedback to individual teachers at least twice per week on their teaching performance
- Trained Fellows on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
- Modeled expected and appropriate leadership to promote to teaching staff and administrative personnel positive interaction with students and families.
Lead Teacher
Cleveland Municipal School District
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Developed relationships with students, parents, community partners, and staff
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Increased student involvement in program offerings through strategic redesign of program processes and methods.
- Designed PowerPoint presentations for each bi-weekly Math Data meeting
- Grow student understanding of the Ohio Achievement Test for 7th and 8th grade by 24%
- Selected, interviewed, and recommended teacher candidates, trained new employees
- Identified steps to reduce student absenteeism by 25% resulted in higher grade level passing rates
- Uphold confidentiality standards across all communications and documentation platforms
Teacher
Maple Heights City Schools
02.2013 - 07.2017
- Led students to demonstrate mastery at 83% in math, during 2014-2015 school year
- Taught classes with continuous improved outcomes
- Used my knowledge in mathematics to create assessments and to increase students understanding of mathematical concepts
- Assessed and looked after 150+ students progress throughout term and worked closely with other staff to efficiently plan and coordinate work
- Participated in more than 20 education workshops
Secondary Math Teacher
District of Columbia Public Schools
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Looped with students for 3 years to show continuous student growth
- Ensured follow-through of all discussed items in meetings, with updates being incorporated into reports
- Created experiential learning, video, and synchronous virtual learning methodologies to deliver subject-specific training
- Participated in requirements meetings and data mapping sessions to understand student needs .
- Math Department Chair 2 years
- Proven student growth in mathematics each academic school year by 10-15%
- Developed, planned, and administer 25 asynchronous e-learning modules
- Formulated an Google Drive hub of virtual educational materials in Math for teachers, students, and families
- Created various Excel documents to assist with pulling metrics data and presenting information to stakeholders for concise explanations of best placement for needed resources.
Education
Master of Science - Education Policy And Leadership
American University
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Toledo
Toledo, OHBachelor of Science - Middle Childhood Education
Bowling Green State University
Skills
- Coaching and Training
- Improvement Plans
- Mathematics lesson planning
- Performance Monitoring
Accomplishments
- OHIO Teaching License
CERTIFICATIONS
- OSSE Teaching License
Skills
- Coaching skills
- Developing Partnerships
Timeline
Math Development Coach
TNTP
08.2022 - 07.2023
Lead Teacher
Cleveland Municipal School District
08.2020 - 05.2022
Secondary Math Teacher
District of Columbia Public Schools
08.2019 - Current
Secondary Math Teacher
District of Columbia Public Schools
08.2019 - 08.2022
Teacher
Maple Heights City Schools
02.2013 - 07.2017
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Toledo
Bachelor of Science - Middle Childhood Education
Bowling Green State University
Master of Science - Education Policy And Leadership
American University
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