Our Teachers
PreK/Kindergarten Teachers at Jump Immersion School
Experience and Background
Our PreK and Kindergarten teachers at Jump Immersion School are exceptional educators with diverse experiences. They bring a blend of seasoned expertise, with over six years in the classroom, and fresh perspectives from newer educators. Their backgrounds span preschool, elementary, and high school levels, with several teachers bringing valuable international experience to our school.
Language Skills
We pride ourselves on having teachers who are native speakers of the languages they teach, including Spanish and Mandarin. This ensures our students receive the highest quality language instruction, deeply rooted in authentic cultural contexts.
Professional Development
Our teachers are committed to excellence and continuous improvement. They actively engage in professional development, taking courses on math strategies, social-emotional learning, and techniques for teaching English Language Learners (ELL). This dedication keeps them at the forefront of educational best practices.
Teaching Methods
Our educators employ a variety of innovative teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of our students, including:
● Total Physical Response (TPR)
● Student-Centered Learning
● Project-Based Learning
● Montessori Method
● Positive Discipline
● Game-Based Learning
● Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
At Jump Immersion School, our PreK and Kindergarten teachers are dedicated to creating an engaging, supportive, and dynamic learning environment. They inspire and empower our students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Elementary Teachers at Jump Immersion School
Experience and Background
Our Elementary teachers at Jump Immersion School are a diverse and talented group of educators. They bring a mix of extensive experience, with up to six years at Jump, and fresh insights from newer team members. Their teaching experiences span various environments such as Ecuador, Miami, Colombia, and Montessori schools, enriched by AmeriCorps service.
Language Skills
We ensure that our teachers are native speakers of the languages they instruct, whether Spanish or Mandarin. This guarantees that our students receive top-tier language education that is deeply rooted in authentic cultural traditions.
Professional Development
Our teachers are committed to continuously refining their skills and knowledge. They actively engage in professional development, participating in programs and taking courses focused on math strategies, social-emotional learning, and techniques for teaching English Language Learners (ELL). This ongoing learning equips them with the latest tools to enhance classroom instruction.
Teaching Methods
Our educators are proficient in a wide range of teaching methods designed to cater to diverse learning styles, including:
● Waldorf
● Socio-Constructivist
● Total Physical Response (TPR)
● Student-Centered Learning
● Project-Based Learning
● Montessori Method
● Active New School Model
● 5E Model
● Sheltered Instruction
● Game-Based Learning