Jurate Wolf

(USA)

„Mathematical ideas are embodied in the visual arts and enlighten the complex intellectual pursuits, personalities, and cultural settings that connect these vast disciplines. I admire the huge and fascinating cultural history of the links between mathematics and art , which have a quest to understand the physical world and abstract objects.“

 

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Abundant experience with differentiating content for English learners and other diverse learners. Skilled in data analysis and planning targeted instruction for students at all levels of achievement. Participant in school-wide teams for developing learning plans and instruction, and technology team. Skilled in working with community organizations to advance student achievement.

KEY SKILLS

  • Collecting and Analyzing Data to Inform Content Development and Instruction;
  • Superior Organizational and Planning Skills;
  • Developing Relationships with Students to Build a Positive Learning Environment;
  • Utilizing Community Resources to Advance Student Achievement;
  • Multi-modal Research;
  • Designing and Implementing Efficiency Projects;
  • Staff-Client Communications;
  • Company-Jurisdictional Relationship Development.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES

Selected Responsibilities and Achievements

  • Plan and teach eight grade math and Algebra I, writing, and social studies to eight grade students, using Common Core State Standards and Lucy Calkins writing methodology;
  • Develop small group instruction aligned to specific student deficits as defined by a variety of district and classroom-based assessments;
  • Teach in inclusive setting with multiple diverse learners;
  • Participate in a variety of professional development opportunities, including those focused on developing proficiency in the English language, WIDA standards and classroom implementation, the construction of schema using thinking maps, and more;
  • Work with predominantly English Language Learners, differentiating for both academic and linguistic ability;
  • Implemented remote learning plan with project-based learning and instruction through Google Classroom;
  • Recipient of the 2nd place in IXL with Algebra students from 43,000 classrooms around the world.

Selected Responsibilities and Achievements

  • Plan and teach math and computer skills to K and fourth grade students, using Computer Science Standards;
  • Develop small group instruction aligned to specific student deficits as defined by the MAP;
  • Participate in the school’s Instructional Leadership Team, Technology Committee assisting with the implementation of school-wide initiatives to ensure consistent rigorous instruction and resource alignment;
  • Lead team researching math curricula and presenting to staff for collective decision-making about which curriculum will best serve students;
  • Teach in inclusive setting with multiple diverse learners, all of whom met their goals;
  • Participate in a variety of professional development opportunities, including those focused on trauma-sensitive teaching, confronting issues of race, and instructional best practices.

EDUCATION

DePaul University Chicago, Chicago, IL

  • Master of Computer Science with Double Major: Project Management
    • GPA: 3.85

Pedagogical University, Lithuania

  • Bachelor of Arts (B.A.); Double Major: Physical Education
    • GPA: 3.80