Jackie Copelin
Spring Hill,TN
Summary
Proven educator and childcare expert from Graceland Church, adept in student engagement and curriculum knowledge. Excelled in creating safe, inclusive environments, enhancing children's emotional and social growth. Recognized for outstanding classroom management and special needs support, consistently achieving positive outcomes in child development.
Substitute teacher at Maury Co. School system, providing care for all grade levels K-12 and special needs. Meeting all students goals and teacher lesson plans when in classroom, classroom managment and understand how to handle behavor issues in the classroom, Teacher requests from each grade level for me to sub in the classroom.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Church Childcare Worker for CR Progam
Church Of The City and Graceland Church
09.2018 - Current
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for the children by adhering to health and safety protocols.
- Established rapport with parents during pick-up and drop-off times, fostering open lines of communication.
- Enhanced children''s social skills by facilitating group activities and promoting positive interactions.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Improved emotional well-being of children through providing consistent support and empathy in various situations.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Liaised with parents and guardians to discuss child progress.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Dispensed snacks to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
ESS
02.2023 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, helping them improve academic performance and gain confidence in their abilities.
- Work with children in CDC classroom and one-on-one setting.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Oversaw morning welcome and afternoon departure to maintain visibility and connections with parents.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
Childcare Coordinator
Graceland Church (Mumlife)
08.2020 - Current
- Verified proper sign-in and sign-out procedures according to optimal security protections for children.
- Oversaw morning welcome and afternoon departure to maintain visibility and connections with parents.
- Observed teachers in classroom environments to assess performance and identify areas of improvement.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
- Helped find childcare workers for our childcare team.
- Change diapers and assisted with potty training.
Education
Associate Degree In Dental Assisting - Orhodontic Assistant
Draughons Junior College
Murfreesboro05.2009
High School Diploma -
Lavergne High School
La Vergne, TN05.2004
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Positive Reinforcement
- Multi-Subject Instruction
- Curriculum knowledge
- Special Needs Support
- Instructional Strategies
- Classroom Management
- Safety awareness
- Special Education
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
ESS
02.2023 - Current
Childcare Coordinator
Graceland Church (Mumlife)
08.2020 - Current
Church Childcare Worker for CR Progam
Church Of The City and Graceland Church
09.2018 - Current
Associate Degree In Dental Assisting - Orhodontic Assistant
Draughons Junior College
High School Diploma -
Lavergne High School
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