Jessica Walter

jwalter11@mail.bw.edu

(440) 212-2110

8170 Wright Road

Broadview Heights, OH, 44147

Professional Profile
Dedicated, inventive and goal-driven with a commitment to the specific needs of all children. Motivated
and caring teacher who desires all students to be successful in the classroom setting by creating an
environment that encourages student participation and learning. Devoted to establishing positive
relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Licensure
Middle Childhood Education- 4th Grade -9th Grade
Pearson:
Assessment of Professional Knowledge: Middle Childhood (4-9)-passed
Middle Grades Social Studies- passed
Middle Grades Mathematics- passed
edTPA:
completed
Education
Baldwin Wallace University, Berea, OH
Bachelor of Science in Education, expected May 2015
Major: Middle Childhood Education
GPA: 3.746
Honors: Kappa Delta Pi, Education Honorary
Deans List, Spring 2012- Present
Kappa Mu Epsilon, Mathematics Honorary
Teaching/Field Experience
Clinical Practice, Grade 5, Spring 2015
Moreland Hills Elementary, Orange, OH
Collaborated with cooperating teachers to create original lesson plans and objectives
Developed individual and unit lesson plans for 5th grade mathematics and social studies
Fostered a comfortable classroom environment to encourage learning and
student/teacher interaction
Administered testing and tracked classroom performance
Social Studies/ Mathematics Methods, Grade 5, Fall 2014
Moreland Hills Elementary, Orange, OH
Created unique lesson plans to engage students
Attended parent/teacher conferences to gain knowledge and skill in apprising parents of
student progress
Observed cooperating teachers in use of a variety of behavior management tools
Diagnostic and Remedial Reading/Assessment
Reading in the Content Area Methods, Grade 6-8, Spring 2014
St. Jude, Elyria, OH
Designed and instructed individual 6th grade mathematics lessons
Facilitated discussion and encouraged classroom conversations about mathematics

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Parish School of Religion, Grade 5, Fall 2011- Spring 2014 (Volunteer position)
St. Matthias, Parma, OH
Utilized existing curriculum to create engaging activities
Inspired and educated children about faith
AYA Literature/Reading Instruction for MCE Methods, Grade 5, Spring 2013
Moreland Hills Elementary, Orange, OH
Constructed original lessons based on criteria developed by cooperating teacher
Observed interaction between teacher and students in a classroom setting
Special Needs Methods, Grades 9-12, Spring 2012
Polaris Career Center, Middleburg Heights, OH
Exposed to standard practices and procedures of instructors within a special needs
classroom setting
Advanced understanding of a special needs classroom and curriculum requirements
Additional Experience
Cashier/Hostess/Server, August 2011-present
Buffalo Wild Wings, Broadview Heights/Strongsville, OH
Create memorable dining experiences for each guest to encourage repeat business
Maintain open communication with guests, co-workers, and managers to ensure
smooth restaurant operation
Child Care Provider, 2006-present
Self-Employed, Broadview Heights, OH
Cared for children of all ages
Organized and conducted daily activities to meet childrens needs
Certifications
Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Training, Domestic Violence and Child Advocacy Center
Technology Skills
Smart Board
Elmo
Microsoft Office
Google Docs
Hobbies
Reading
Hiking
Four-wheeling
Boating