Heather Jain
Tulsa,OK
Summary
Highly motivated educator with a proven track record at Monte Cassino, excelling in classroom management, collaborative teamwork, and well-versed in carrying out lesson plans and activities that foster student success. Passionate about creating positive learning environments and enhancing student engagement through innovative activities and effective communication with parents and staff. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Beyond the Bell Instructor
Monte Cassino
Tulsa, Oklahoma
01.2025 - Current
- Created and coordinated age-appropriate enrichment activities to drive social, emotional, and intellectual development.
- Encouraged students' critical thinking skills and enhance student participation by facilitating classroom discussions.
- Conducted lectures, demonstrations and group activities in order to enhance learning experience.
- Utilized educational technology to enhance learning experiences for students.
- Organized activities to promote student engagement.
- Developed engaging lesson plans.
Camp Monte Educator
Monte Cassino
Tulsa, Oklahoma
06.2023 - Current
- Encouraged positive self-esteem and mutual respect for others while instilling joy of learning and discovery.
- Planned classroom activities to enable students to work independently, in small groups and in large groups.
- Designed lesson plans and instructional materials for classroom activities
- Communicated with parents and guardians about student daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Organized activities and resources to promote student engagement in learning.
- Organized activities that fostered student creativity and teamwork.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively to create a positive learning environment.
Teaching Assistant
Monte Cassino
Tulsa, Oklahoma
08.2020 - Current
- Supported teachers by preparing instructional materials and classroom resources.
- Assisted in managing classroom activities and student engagement strategies.
- Facilitated small group discussions to enhance student learning experiences.
- Maintained student records and reported progress to educators and parents.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Instructed students individually or in groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
- Graded assignments and progress tests and documented results into filing systems.
- Maintained a safe environment for all students while adhering to school policies and procedures.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Enforced rules for behavior and established expectations for student conduct in accordance with school guidelines.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching techniques.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Utilized technology resources such as computers, tablets, projectors and interactive whiteboards.
- Managed classroom supplies inventory including textbooks, manipulatives and audiovisual equipment.
- Assisted in implementing lesson plans in accordance with state curriculum standards.
- Supported classroom teacher in managing a diverse classroom of students.
- Facilitated group discussions among students to encourage critical thinking skills.
- Utilized technology resources such as computers, projectors, and interactive whiteboards as resources.
- Participated and helped students in the making of projects for Kindergarten project and helped execute Project night.
Substitute Teacher
Monte Cassino
Tulsa, Oklahoma
08.2020 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to plan and implement instructional activities.
- Supervised students during recess and lunch periods for safety and engagement.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to manage student disputes.
- Integrated age-appropriate real-world examples to make learning relevant and engaging.
- Collaborated with regular teachers to ensure continuity of instruction in all age classrooms.
Administrative Assistant & File clerk
Graves Mclain Law Firm
Tulsa, Oklahoma
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Managed legal documents while orchestrating complex scheduling and administrative workflow for multiple attorneys.
- Managed client communications and facilitated timely and accurate communication between attorneys, support staff, and clients.
- Optimized case management procedures through the systematic organization of client case files and legal documents, as well as filing important court documents with strict confidentiality and accuracy.
- Facilitated seamless interaction between legal teams and clients through strategic coordination of meetings and document management.
Funeral Home Manager and Funeral Director
Floral Haven
Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
03.2008 - 06.2016
- Facilitated communication between families, staff, and external service providers.
- Oversaw daily operations of home management and staff coordination.
- Ensured compliance with state licensing standards as well as federal regulatory requirements.
- Administered and allocated budget to control costs and optimize use of resources.
- Interacted with outside vendors providing goods or services related to the facility's operation.
- Managed funeral service arrangements and coordinated with families for personalized services.
- Collaborated with local authorities to secure necessary permits and documentation.
- Trained staff on best practices for customer service and funeral operations.
- Organized funeral services and memorials, including arranging for clergy, pallbearers, flowers, music and other necessary items.
- Participated in continuing education courses to maintain licensure requirements.
- Managed ordering and inventorying of caskets, urns and other related merchandise.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK05-1999
Bachelor of Arts -
Westminster College
Fulton, Missouri05-1996
Skills
- Classroom management
- Time management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Student and parent relations
- Activity and curriculum implementation
Timeline
Beyond the Bell Instructor
Monte Cassino
01.2025 - Current
Camp Monte Educator
Monte Cassino
06.2023 - Current
Administrative Assistant & File clerk
Graves Mclain Law Firm
01.2022 - 08.2022
Teaching Assistant
Monte Cassino
08.2020 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Monte Cassino
08.2020 - Current
Funeral Home Manager and Funeral Director
Floral Haven
03.2008 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science -
University of Central Oklahoma
Bachelor of Arts -
Westminster College