Jaymie D.

Cohen






30595 Helmandale Dr., Franklin, MI 48025
(248) 225-5657

 Jaymie D. Cohen

Summary
Motivated, enthusiastic, and engaging educator with a passion for promoting curiosity within students.
Experienced in developing innovative and thought-provoking curriculum focusing on top academic performance
while ensuring the students are pushed to their full potential. Dedicated in fostering strong relationships between
students, staff, and parents in order to create a comfortable and stimulating learning environment.

Education
• Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan Expected May 2019
M.A. in Educational Technology
• Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan May 2013
B.A. in Elementary Education
Teaching Major: Science

Certifications
• Michigan Elementary Provisional Certificate May 2014
Grade K-5 in all subject areas
• Science DI Endorsement – Grades 6-8 Jan. 2014

Teaching Experience
Teacher, Jefferson International Academy, Waterford, Michigan Sept. 2016 – Present
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Grade Level: 2
• Implement daily lesson plans in all core subjects for a class of 25+ students
• Determine strengths and weaknesses with the students in the classroom in order to focus attention
specifically on those skill sets that require improvement
• Integrate teaching strategies from Professional Development into the classroom lesson plans
• Communicate regularly with bilingual parents through email, online calendars, and online bulletin
• Meet Common Core standards in all daily lessons
• Lead after school tutoring lessons weekly throughout the year

Long Term Substitute Teacher
West Maple Elementary: Grade Level: 2nd June 2016
Detroit Country Day: Grade Level: 3rd – 5th Dec. 2015 – May 2016
Hillside Elementary: Grade Level: K-4 Sept. 2015 – Nov. 2015
Detroit Country Day: Grade Level: 5th Jan. 2015 – Apr. 2015
• Held parent-teacher conferences as well as individual meetings with parents
• Responsible for structuring 3rd grade math curriculum and led the enriched math classroom
• Reconfigured units by integrating multiple subjects
• Regulated classroom management by providing a safe and respectable learning environment
• Incorporated technology into lessons using typing club, reflex math, Nearpod, and educational websites
• Adapted to specific children’s needs either academically or socially

Substitute Teacher, Oakland County Sept. 2014 – June 2015
Grade Level: Pre-K – 5th
• Daily Substitute: Berkley, Birmingham, Clarkston, Detroit Country Day, Farmington, Royal Oak, West
Bloomfield School Districts

Teaching Internship, Gompers Elementary and Middle School-Title 1, Detroit, Michigan Sept. 2013 – May 2014
Grade Level: 2nd
• Designed lessons and units in all elementary subjects including culture in social studies, hands on activities
in science, use of technology in math, and guided reading in literacy
• Differentiated instruction in all subject areas to accommodate students below, at, and above grade level
• Communicated with parents/families about their student’s progress and difficulties
• Collaborated with other teacher interns to organize and plan a social studies lesson study

Teaching-Related Experience
Home Tutor, East Lansing, Michigan & Birmingham, Michigan Sept. 2011 – Present
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• Provided assignments to Kindergarten – 5 graders at least twice a week related to their current studies
• Aided with homework, including math, reading comprehension, fluency, and writing
• Prepared students for upcoming test and quizzes by reviewing concepts and strategies

Service Learning Program, Bingham Farms Elementary, Bingham Farms, Michigan Jan. 2009 – May 2009
Grade Level: 2nd
• Observed classroom rules and teaching style
• Arranged for students to complete timely assignments
• Lead a science lesson under the supervision of the mentor teacher

Teacher’s Aide, Shaarey Zedek Synagogue, Southfield, Michigan Sept. 2007 – May 2009
Grade: Kindergarten and 2nd
• Regulated classroom activity and behavior between students
• Educated students on Jewish values, culture, and customs
• Organized interactive hands-on activities

Other Work Experience
Parkside Dental Team, Westland, MI May 2009 – May 2016
Dental Assistant and Dental Hygiene Coordinator
• Coordinated multiple dentists’ and hygienists’ agendas in order fill to appointments
• Developed advertising material to be distributed and displayed throughout the community
• Restructured the method of operation in which appointments were filled and trained new employees

Professional Development
• ELL Training, SIOP Aug. 2017 – May 2018
• Making Meaning, Jefferson International Academy Aug. 2017
• Phonics First, RLAC Oct. 2016
• ZONES Math, Jefferson International Academy Sept. 2016
• New Learning Environments for 21st Century Learners, ISACS May 2016
• Recognizing Sensory Issues and Classroom Management, ISACS Apr. 2016
• Guided Reading, Gompers Elementary and Middle School Mar. 2014
• Engaging Science, Western High School Mar. 2014
• Putting FACES on the Data, Detroit Marriott Renaissance Nov. 2013
• Leveled Bookroom Implementation Training, Gompers Elementary and Middle School Oct. 2013
• Classroom Management Strategies for Success, MSU DAET Center Aug. 2013

Technology and Testing
• Microsoft Office applications, Weebly, Nearpod, Scholastic News Online, ELMO, Accelerated
Math/Reading, DIBLES testing, NWEA testing, Coding, and interactive classroom equipment

Honors and Achievements
• Dean’s List Dec. 2013, May 2013
• Alpha Chi Omega – Philanthropy Chair Jan. 2009 – Dec. 2011
• Teen Mission Program in Israel July 2008

Interests
• Traveling, reading, fishing, cooking, hiking, running, softball, basketball, and volleyball


References


Kathy Fiol
2nd Grade Teacher
Jefferson International Academy, Waterford, Michigan
Phone: (248) 821-5007
kfiol@jeffersoninternationalacademy.com

Sharon Deighton
3rd and 4th Grade Dean
Detroit Country Day School, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
Phone: (248) 539-0509
sdeighton@dcds.edu

Casey Wilhelmi
3rd Grade Teacher
Michigan Certified Teacher
Detroit Country Day School, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
Phone: (248) 514-0650
cwilhelmi@dcds.edu

Toni Psaila
5th Grade Teacher and Team Leader
Detroit Country Day School, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
Phone: (248) 709-9874
tpsaila08@comcast.net

Letters of recommendation available upon request

Portfolio will be provided at interview