Faith Jessen
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. Skilled Childcare Provider certified in CPR and first aid and offering eighteen years of related experience. Hardworking and reliable with in-depth knowledge of child development and early childhood education. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infant Teacher
Bright Horizons
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat and safe.
- Used proper sanitizing techniques for toys, surfaces, and equipment.
- Promoted development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants.
- Managed personal hygiene requirements with frequent diaper changes, use of bibs, and monitoring of behaviors.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Adhered to parent preferences and legal requirements for feeding breastmilk, formula and solids to infants.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
6th Grade Social Studies Teacher
North Central Parke Community Schools
05.2018 - 08.2020
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Established and maintained standards of appropriate student behavior and discipline to achieve functional learning atmosphere in classroom.
- Planned and implemented program of study to meet individual needs, interests and abilities of students.
- Cultivated and maintained open lines of communication with students and parents concerning students' academic, social and behavioral progress.
- Selected and requested appropriate books and instructional materials to optimize social studies classes.
- Guided learning process toward achievement of social studies curriculum goals and established clear objectives for lessons, assignments and projects.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Developed instructional aids for classroom use and encouraged student participation.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
5th and 6th Grade Teacher
North Central Parke Community Schools
10.2017 - 05.2018
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN05.2017
High School Diploma -
Brownsburg High School
Brownsburg, IN05.2013
Skills
- Exceptional Organizational Skills
- State Certification and Accreditation
- Safety Monitoring
- Arts, Crafts and Games
- Emergency Procedures
- Communication Development
- Child Psychology Knowledge
- Disciplinary Enforcement
- Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention
- Adept at Working with Special Needs Children
- Child Behavior Modification
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Infant, Toddler and Preschool Curricula
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Storytelling
- Multi-Sensory Activities
- Traditional Weaning
- District Standards
- Organizing and Distributing Materials
- Active Listening
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Documentation Requirements
- Educational Strategies
- Child CPR
- Meal Preparation
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Diverse Classroom Settings
- Parent Relations
- Student Performance Evaluation
- Early Childhood Development
- Baby Sign Language
- Socialization Techniques
- Positive Reinforcement
- Interactive Lesson Plans
- Diapering Requirements
- Food Handling Preparation
- Field Trip Supervision
Certification
- Licensed Elementary and Special Education with Mild Interventions - Up for renewal 6/2024
Timeline
Infant Teacher
Bright Horizons
09.2022 - 08.2023
6th Grade Social Studies Teacher
North Central Parke Community Schools
05.2018 - 08.2020
5th and 6th Grade Teacher
North Central Parke Community Schools
10.2017 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Indiana State University
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Indiana State University
High School Diploma -
Brownsburg High School
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