Jacqueline Ely
Milwaukee
Summary
Seasoned Dean known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in strategic planning, academic program development. Excel in leadership, communication, and problem-solving, ensuring positive educational outcomes.
Strong leadership skills demonstrated by managing academic staff, setting educational standards, and fostering an environment conducive to learning. Demonstrated ability to make significant improvements in curriculum development.
Compassionate with background in fostering nurturing environments for children. Demonstrated ability to design creative learning activities, manage classroom behavior, and establish parent partnerships. Noteworthy strengths include strong communication skills, adaptability to changing situations, and commitment towards child safety and development. Previous roles have seen improvements in child engagement levels and positive feedback from parents on the quality of care provided.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Elementary Dean
Milwaukee Rescue Mission(CTA)
Milwaukee
08.2021 - 03.2025
- Parent contact regarding student misbehavior, attendance issues and good news incentives
- Nurture relationships with students, parents and staff.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Actively walking halls and classrooms and proactively engaging with students and faculty; reinforcing building wide expectations for behavior systems and effective classroom management.
- Support a restorative disciplinary process using the TLAC approach designed to maximize student learning and reduce behavioral disruptions with students.
- Oversee resilience room by implementing timeouts, in school suspensions, positive behavioral intervention and support to students.
- Participate in programs activities, and resources to provide student enrichment as assigned.
- Communicate with security staff regarding on going/ chronic student behavior/or safety issues.
- Communicate with school administration regarding decisions on student suspensions/ or expulsions.
- All other duties as assigned
Childcare Lead Teacher
All About Learning
Milwaukee
09.2019 - 07.2021
- Worked well with ages 6wks-11yrs
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
- Kept accurate records of attendance and incident reports.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Ensured all health and safety regulations were adhered to at all times.
- Participated in parent teacher conferences throughout the year.
- Monitored playground equipment for signs of wear or damage regularly.
- Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
- Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
- Assisted with meal times by helping children serve themselves and encouraging healthy eating habits.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Encouraged creativity through art projects or other creative outlets.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Organized daily activities such as arts and crafts, music and movement, outdoor play, story time and educational activities.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
Residential Care Worker
Grateful Girls
Milwaukee
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Worked well with ages 12yrs-17yrs
- Made sure all paperwork was complete and accurate.
- Promoted independence by helping them complete tasks on their own.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Monitored health conditions and reported changes to medical staff.
- Encouraged social interaction among residents through organized activities and events.
- Assisted with transportation needs by escorting residents to appointments or errands.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times when caring for residents.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Helped maintain a clean environment by performing light housekeeping duties.
- Provided companionship by engaging in conversations and listening attentively.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Reported any suspicious behavior or abuse towards a resident immediately.
Childcare Lead Teacher
Loving Links Childcare
Milwaukee
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Worked with children ages 6wks-11yrs
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
- Kept accurate records of attendance and incident reports.
- Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
- Organized field trips to provide hands-on learning experiences outside of the classroom setting.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Assisted with meal times by helping children serve themselves and encouraging healthy eating habits.
- Encouraged social interaction among the children through games and activities.
Childcare Lead Teacher
Brighter Horizons Learning Academy
Milwaukee
12.2013 - 11.2014
- Worked with children 6wks-11yrs
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Kept accurate records of attendance and incident reports.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Assisted with meal times by helping children serve themselves and encouraging healthy eating habits.
Education
High School Diploma -
Madison High School
Milwaukee , WI06-2007
Didn’t Complete - Cosmetology
Vici Beauty School
Milwaukee , WISome College (No Degree) - Associate of Arts
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WISkills
- Behavior management
- Restorative practices
- Student assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Parent communication
- Conflict resolution
- Data analysis
- Team collaboration
- Social-emotional learning
- Child development
- Disciplinary action
- Student guidance
- Multitasking
- Planning and coordination
Certification
*Engaging , managing, motivating hard to reach and disruptive students
*Mandt Training
*CPR/ First Aid/ AED
Timeline
Assistant Elementary Dean
Milwaukee Rescue Mission(CTA)
08.2021 - 03.2025
Childcare Lead Teacher
All About Learning
09.2019 - 07.2021
Residential Care Worker
Grateful Girls
06.2019 - 09.2019
Childcare Lead Teacher
Loving Links Childcare
08.2018 - 06.2019
Childcare Lead Teacher
Brighter Horizons Learning Academy
12.2013 - 11.2014
High School Diploma -
Madison High School
Didn’t Complete - Cosmetology
Vici Beauty School
Some College (No Degree) - Associate of Arts
Milwaukee Area Technical College