Jada Hockman
Dedicated aspiring educator pursuing a dual degree in Primary Education and Intervention with a minor in Business Administration. Strong background in office administration and experience working with children of different ages and backgrounds. Committed to creating a supportive and welcoming learning environment while enhancing student success through adaptable instructional strategies. Experienced in lesson planning, classroom management, and technology integration.
Work History
Catering Server
1 Month- Provide catering services to local weddings.
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of meals.
- Provide friendly and courteous service.
Sales Associate
1 Month- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
Escrow Agent Assistant
5 Years- Coordinated communication between clients and escrow agents to help ensure smooth transaction processes.
- Managed scheduling closings for clients by communicating with clients, realtors, and office closers.
- Preparing and putting together closing packages.
- Developed strong relationships with professionals such as loan officers and numerous businesses within the community.
- Handled confidential paperwork, checks, and receipts.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Primary Grades / Intervention Dual Program PK-5
- Minor in Business Administration
- Dean's List: 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
- AU Ambassador Scholarship Recipient
- 3-year Preservice Teacher Permit
- 2 Year Ohio Resident Educator Primary (PreK-5) Anticipated May 2027
- 2 Year Ohio Resident Educator Intervention Specialist (PreK-5) Anticipated May 2027
- Field experience completed at John Sherman Elementary (Preschool) January 2025 – May 2025
- Field experience completed at Ashland Christian School (Fourth Grade) August 2025 – December 2025
Skills
Leadership Experience
Foster Care Food Ministry | Shelby, Ohio // 2024-2025
- Volunteered weekly at the Crossroads Ministry Center to make dinner for foster families in Shelby, Ohio
Ontario Christian Church | Ontario, Ohio // 2024-2025
- Volunteered in the nursery and kids ministry at church; monthly
Mission Trip | Lancaster, South Carolina // April 2024
- Volunteered in a local school where I helped landscape the property. Shared the gospel with students: Grades 1st-6th
Mission Trip | Lancaster, South Carolina // April 2025
- Volunteered on a Ranch; preparing for an event where children found their foster homes
Mission Trip | Hato Del Mayor, Dominican Republic // January 2026
- Traveled to schools in different villages to share the gospel with the help of a translator