Jaida Wilson
Odessa
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated educator with experience at Lamar Early Education Center, adept at fostering social and emotional development in preschoolers. Known for creative lesson planning and strong organizational skills, I cultivate a nurturing environment that promotes active learning and positive interactions, ensuring each child's growth and well-being.
Experienced with early childhood education and fostering nurturing classroom environment. Utilizes creative lesson planning and effective classroom management techniques to support child development. Knowledge of collaborative teaching practices and individualized instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher, Preschool
Lamar Early Education Center
01.2025 - Current
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and interactive projects in lesson plans.
- Supported the lead teacher in managing classroom behavior through positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Created a safe atmosphere for self-expression by promoting open communication between students and staff members alike.
- Utilized visual aids and manipulatives to enhance student comprehension of complex concepts, increasing overall understanding across subjects.
- Assisted lead teacher in designing and implementing age-appropriate curriculum that fostered child development.
- Assisted with the supervision and organization of classroom materials, ensuring a clean and welcoming learning environment for all students.
- Led small group instruction sessions tailored toward specific skill-building objectives within various subject areas such as literacy or math fundamentals.
- Established a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt comfortable participating and sharing ideas.
- Promoted social skills development by encouraging positive interactions among children during group activities.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
Volunteer
My Local Church
08.2016 - 03.2025
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Volunteered at the West Texas Food Bank, Odessa Hope House, Jesus House, Harmony Home.
- Helped with Childcare on Wednesday night and Sunday morning.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to elderly in community homes.
- Supported efficient operations at homeless shelter, preparing meals and organizing supplies.
Babysitter
Families In The Community
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
- Offered emotional support by actively listening to children''s concerns and responding empathetically while fostering their problem-solving abilities.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
The University of Texas of The Permian Basin
Odessa, TX05-2025
Skills
- Time management
- Reliability
- Organizational and planning skills
- Creative thinking
- Active listening
- Detail-oriented
- Classroom organization
- Relationship building
- Caring and empathetic demeanor
- Promoting social and emotional development
- Strong work ethic and dependable
Certification
Youth Mental Health Fist Aid Certification
I am certified to teach grades EC-3 (Passed 292 EARLY CHILDHOOD: PK-3, passed 292 EARLY CHILDHOOD: PK-3, and 293 SCIENCE OF TEACHING READING tests)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Student Teacher, Preschool
Lamar Early Education Center
01.2025 - Current
Babysitter
Families In The Community
01.2020 - 01.2025
Volunteer
My Local Church
08.2016 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
The University of Texas of The Permian Basin
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