Divya-Anne Jacob
Summary
Certified Substitute Teacher with over 10 years of experience instructing in P-8 classrooms. Enthusiastic, creative and adaptable to individual student needs. Encouraging and compassionate approach fosters positive learning environments. Life-long learner and passionate educator looking to make difference in children's lives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Roselle Board of Education
10.2023 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
Direct Support Professional
Arc Of Essex County
06.2017 - Current
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
After School Arts Instructor
21st Century Community Learning Centers
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
Clinical Teaching Intern 1&2
Newark Board of Education
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted classroom teacher with grading projects, homework and assignments.
- Served as mentor to students, answered questions, provided tutoring services and offered one-on-one lesson reviews.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
Paraprofessional
Clifton Board of Education
12.2015 - 06.2017
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
After-School Art Teacher
Creative Force Inc
04.2014 - 01.2016
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 12th.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Collaborated with community arts organizations to bring real-world experiences into classrooms and provide students with opportunities for learning and growth.
Preschool Teacher
Golden Steps Learning Center
12.2012 - 08.2014
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
Kean University
Union, NJ05-2025
Skills
- Project-based learning
- Motivational techniques
- Youth mentoring
- Adaptable
- Proctoring
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Group instruction
- Behavior management
- Parent communication
- Lesson plan implementation
- Classroom organization
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Malayalam
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
After School Arts Instructor
21st Century Community Learning Centers
09.2024 - 05.2025
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Roselle Board of Education
10.2023 - Current
Clinical Teaching Intern 1&2
Newark Board of Education
01.2019 - 12.2019
Direct Support Professional
Arc Of Essex County
06.2017 - Current
Paraprofessional
Clifton Board of Education
12.2015 - 06.2017
After-School Art Teacher
Creative Force Inc
04.2014 - 01.2016
Preschool Teacher
Golden Steps Learning Center
12.2012 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
Kean University
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