Charniqua Jenkins
Moncks Corner,US
Summary
Dedicated instructional leader and second grade educator with ten years of experience driving academic achievement and fostering rigorous, standards-aligned instruction. Proven ability to create structured, high-expectation learning environments that support students' academic, social, and emotional development. Experienced in curriculum development, classroom management, and the use of data to inform instructional decisions and improve student outcomes. Skilled in building strong partnerships with students, families, teachers, and administrators to cultivate a positive and inclusive school culture. Adept at integrating educational technology to enhance engagement and achievement. Seeking an Assistant Principal position to lead instructional improvement, strengthen school culture, support teacher development, and drive measurable student achievement schoolwide.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade Level Chair
Meeting Street Burns
06.2025 - Current
- Coordinating weekly planning sessions to align lesson objectives, assessments, and instructional strategies.
- Reviewing and analyzing student data to guide reteach plans, enrichment, and intervention strategies.
- Supporting new and experienced teachers by modeling lessons, sharing resources, and fostering professional growth.
- Maintaining strong communication with school leadership and advocating for grade-level needs and successes.
- Ensuring consistent implementation of school-wide academic models, classroom management systems, and cultural expectations.
2nd Grade Teacher
Meeting Street Burns
05.2016 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to promote student learning and comprehension.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration in group activities.
- Utilized assessment tools to evaluate student progress, providing timely feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
Kindergarten Teacher
Meeting Street Burns
05.2016 - 05.2025
- Designed and implemented rigorous, standards-aligned lesson plans to meet instructional goals and promote high levels of student achievement.
- Created a structured and engaging classroom environment that supported high academic expectations while addressing the developmental needs and interests of kindergarten students.
- Developed and executed a comprehensive schedule of standards-based instruction and meaningful learning experiences to promote academic growth and successful integration into the school environment.
- Fostered students' academic, social, and behavioral development by encouraging critical thinking, strong work habits, appropriate behaviors, and self-regulation during peer interactions and conflict resolution.
Substituting in different schools
Kelly Services
US
04.2016 - 05.2016
K-4 teacher
St. Peter's Academy Christian Private School
06.2015 - 03.2016
- Motivating students to explore the world around them, carefully guiding them through necessary and diverse situations to formulate questions and develop strategies with which to answer those questions, offering freedom in thought processes and learning.
Summer Camp Counselor
Charleston County School District
06.2013 - 06.2015
- Teaching, learning, and growing context; Prepare children for future careers.
After School Counselor
Charleston County School District
03.2013 - 06.2015
- Tutoring kids in different subjects; To improve academic achievements; Helping children set career goals, and to provide a safe, supervised, structured programming for youth.
PCG Instructor (Education)
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Grade levels worked with Pre-K-1st grade; Helping students gain an appreciation for learning and improve character/social development; Provides a unique opportunity to expand learning time while addressing the academic needs of students and focusing on the key instructional components such as Math, Reading/ELA.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
University of Phoenix
AZ09-2026
Associates - Criminal Justice
Trident Technical College
SC05-2015
High School - undefined
Wando High School
SC06-2009
Skills
- Strong classroom management and organizational skills
- Proficient in developing age-appropriate curriculum
- Familiarity with educational technology and tools
- Child assessment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Knowledgeable in early childhood developmental milestones
- Ability to foster a positive and inclusive learning environment
- Problem-Solving
- Social skills
- Instructional leadership
Accomplishments
- Achieved High ELA Proficiency Growth
- Achieved High Math Proficiency Growth
- Students achieved 3.1 years of growth in Math
- Students achieved 2.0 years of growth ELA
Languages
English, Fluent
Timeline
Grade Level Chair
Meeting Street Burns
06.2025 - Current
2nd Grade Teacher
Meeting Street Burns
05.2016 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Meeting Street Burns
05.2016 - 05.2025
Substituting in different schools
Kelly Services
04.2016 - 05.2016
K-4 teacher
St. Peter's Academy Christian Private School
06.2015 - 03.2016
PCG Instructor (Education)
06.2014 - 08.2014
Summer Camp Counselor
Charleston County School District
06.2013 - 06.2015
After School Counselor
Charleston County School District
03.2013 - 06.2015
Associates - Criminal Justice
Trident Technical College
High School - undefined
Wando High School
Bachelor of Science -
University of Phoenix
Training
- Responsive Classroom Training
- Reading Intervention (RI) Training
- LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) Training
Awards
- Excellence in Teaching Award (2022–2025)
- Teacher of the Month (2025, 2026)
- ELA Proficiency Award (2025)
- Charleston County Teacher of the Year (2025)