About
Sweaty palms, the scent of freshly sharpened pencils, and the feeling of excitement in the air. Mrs. Janeway has been on stage, so to speak, educating students for seven years. She has spent these blessed years; driving to school, driving from school, attending PTA meetings, sponsoring two successful clubs, coordinating 5K runs, thinking about her students and dreaming of innovative ways to inspire young minds. Her classrooms and school every year becomes a close-knit community, connected by the shared belief that they will improve education together. She is strongly aware of her student progress, as well as the best methods of teaching and reaching her students through data-driven instruction. She is always trying to improve her teaching methods in the classroom whether it is attending professional development or using a very valuable resource she has at her school, her third grade team. Over the past few years, she has managed to obtain over 362 hours of professional development. She has presented over technology incorporation in Tampa, Dallas, Houston, and Austin. Goal setting is a personal strength she truly incorporates into not only her classroom, but her daily life. Her core values tie into the vision of her campus in which every students deserves a driven and passionate educator who can challenge every student to achieve at their highest level. Ever since she started teaching at her previous campus, she has been passionate in her commitment to three things: maximizing student learning, instilling a sense of self-worth among her students and technology incorporation.
Education
-Masters in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (2018);
The University of Texas at San Antonio, TX - Dean’s List
-Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies (2013);
Major: Early Childhood Education
Texas A & M Corpus Christi, TX - Dean’s List
Certifications
State of Texas Principal License
State of Texas Teaching License
English as a Second Language Supplemental License
Gift and Talented Certified
Technology Incorporation Certified Teacher- iPad, Nearpod, Epic, Seesa, Educreation, Kahoot
Experience
SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CORPUS CHRISTI ELEMENTARY 2019
MATH AND SCIENCE TEACHER (3rd Grade)
CROCKETT ACADEMY-SAN ANTONIO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 2018-2013
MASTER TEACHER (5th Grade/4th Grade)
I truly enjoy creating relationships with my students and building a relationship. A lesson that truly defines her as a teacher isn’t on our pacing math guide or taught in a unit. This lesson is taught throughout the course of the year. Mrs. Janeway strongly believes in practicing cultural awareness. She wants her students to feel a sense of belonging in the classroom and to take pride in oneself. At the beginning of the year, in order for her students to adapt to new environment of our classroom and to feel safe and comfortable, she creates an atmosphere of inclusivity. She chooses texts that are relevant to and explore cultural differences, and communicate with students and parents about needs and high expectations. Practicing cultural awareness and sensitivity as a teacher requires a little more consideration, but we owe it to our profession, our students, and the surrounding community to put in the work. And by doing so, you will allow all of your students to have an equitable experience in your class. She ties culturally relevant read-alouds into her lessons throughout the year. One book that spoke to her students is Henry’s Freedom Box: A True Story from the Underground Railroad by Ellen Levine. This story has stunning illustrations which tells the historical account of Henry, a runaway slave who mailed himself 350 miles in a box to freedom from Richmond, VA, to Philadelphia, PA. This simple text delivers a heartbreaking and inspiring story of Henry Brown, a real-life hero who never knew his age or birthday, and his escape from slavery.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
When working with a new student, I will ask them a series of questions to get to know them personally. I would like to see their interest and create lessons to incorporate this into my digital lessons. I will see where the student is academically. Then I will create engaging lessons that tie science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Education
Masters in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (2018);
Urban School Leadership Collaborative – Social Justice and Equity Focus
The University of Texas at San Antonio, TX - Dean’s List
Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies (2013);
Major: Early Childhood Education
Texas A & M Corpus Christi, TX - Dean’s List
Certifications
State of Texas Principal License
State of Texas Teaching License
English as a Second Language Supplemental License
Gift and Talented Certified
Technology Incorporation Certified Teacher- iPad, Nearpod, Epic, Seesa, Educreation, Kahoot
Experience
SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CORPUS CHRISTI ELEMENTARY 2019
MATH AND SCIENCE TEACHER (3rd Grade)
Teachers must be sensitive to cultural, racial, socioeconomic, and religious differences among their students and understand how such diversity influences students' learning.
CROCKETT ACADEMY-SA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 2018-2013
MASTER TEACHER (5th Grade)
Master Teachers are hired as experienced champions of children with a proven track record data driven instruction to increasing student achievement.
LEON VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL- SAN ANTONIO, TX 2013
STUDENT TEACHER (3rd Grade)
Instructed 3rd Grade curriculum, designing and developing programs to meet the needs of all students.
Leadership
Saturday Tutoring STAAR Boot Camp Coordinator
ACT Academic Coordinating Teacher for Social Studies
Running Club Coordinator
Run 4 Education 5K Coordinator
Guinness World Record Coordinator- World’s Largest Periodic Table
Science Night Coordinator
Technology Fourth Grade Representative
UTSA Fourth Grade Collaborating / Mentor Teacher for Science/Math
Social Media Coordinator of Conference for the Advancement of Science Teaching, CAST
Awards and Other Recognition
Get Your Teach On Attendee- 2020
Ron Clark Academy Attendee- 2018
Presented at TCEA Conference, CAST Conference, iPadpalooza, and UCEA University Council for Educational Administration 2016-2019
Microsoft Word / PageMaker / Internet Navigation / Jump Start / Classroom Website / Prerecorded Lessons
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$25/hr
How did you get started teaching?
I started teaching in San Antonio Independent School District at Crockett Academy. I taught four years in 4th grade, two years in 5th grade and I am currently teaching 3rd Grade.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have taught over 300 students since first entering the classroom. From Gifted and Talented, Special Education, Dyslexic to students with other learning disabilities. I strive to meet the needs of all my learners.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Teaching empathy in the classroom transforms a community. The benefits of empathy in my classroom includes building positive classroom culture, strengthening our community, and preparing my students to be leaders in their own communities. Given that the definition of empathy involves understanding another's feelings without having experience, empathy sets students up to deepen relationships with their current classmates and people that they know outside of school. In our increasingly globalized world, her student come from different cultures and different socioeconomic backgrounds, therefor it is necessary to develop empathy skills. I provided an example daily of showing students how we can display acts of kindness and empathy. I know that her students watch her and learn from her example. They learn from her character and behaviors as much as they do from my instruction. I can act like a consistent example of empathy, and exude a caring, compassionate, understanding attitude.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
I would ask the teacher what is their "why?" Why do you teach?
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What motivates you? What challenges have you experienced in the classroom? What are your interest?