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Akinshola Jurik

Flemington,NJ

Summary

Creative and patient professional with more than 15 years of experience developing engaging activities for children of all ages inside and outside classroom setting. Seeking an opportunity as P-3 teacher through Alternate Route of Teaching.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Infant Room Lead Teacher

Great Somerset County YMCA
06.2021 - Current
  • Plans children's curriculum based on child development knowledge, designs the learning environment, and implements and supervises developmentally appropriate learning activities; Maintains a happy, sanitary and relaxed atmosphere in the classroom by following daily procedures and routines. Prepares, executes and discusses developmental and educational plans with parents/guardians to meet individual needs.
  • Infant Room Lead Teacher (6 weeks to 24 months age group)

Paraprofessional / Teacher Assistant

Bordentown Regional School District
09.2020 - 06.2021
  • Worked as a 2:1 paraprofessional with children with disabilities; Ensured classroom safety guidelines were met at all times; Engaged with children in order to encourage learning; Assisted the teacher by modifying the teaching materials to meet the specific needs of the children in my care; Provided instruction on reading, writing, math and other activities as assigned by the teacher's directions.

Nanny

Grindlinger Family
03.2017 - 06.2021
  • Affectionately cared for 2 children, ages 4 to 7 for 4 years; Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day; Coordinated after-school activities and transportation for 2 children for practices and events; Provided children with nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth.

Au Pair

Au Pair Care
12.2015 - 12.2016
  • Helped prepare meals, snacks and refreshments for children, accounting for individual dietary needs and restrictions to prevent cross- contamination; Balanced schedules to provide optimal rest, play and educational periods; Enforced rules to teach manners and maintain safe environment; Safely transported children to range of extracurricular activities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Advertising and Marketing

Universidade Paulista
01.2012

Skills

  • Bilingual (PT and EN)
  • Patience and self-control skills
  • Active listen and intentional communication
  • ETS Praxis Early Childhood Education: 160
  • CPR Certified

Timeline

Infant Room Lead Teacher

Great Somerset County YMCA
06.2021 - Current

Paraprofessional / Teacher Assistant

Bordentown Regional School District
09.2020 - 06.2021

Nanny

Grindlinger Family
03.2017 - 06.2021

Au Pair

Au Pair Care
12.2015 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Science - Advertising and Marketing

Universidade Paulista