Jaime Meyers Harr
Quakertown,Pennsylvania
Summary
Enthusiastic educator and school counselor with superb leadership and communication skills. Easily cultivates trusting and productive relationships with students, parents, teachers and administration. Focused on support and student instruction. Passionate about positively impacting students' lives and helping improve academic performance. Personable and kind with people of diverse backgrounds. Adept at supporting classroom operations to facilitate welcoming and positive learning atmosphere for all students. Well-versed in addressing student emotional, academic and social needs, illustrated over several years in similar roles. Attentive and adaptable Teacher skilled in management of classroom operations. Effective in leveraging student feedback to create dynamic lesson plans that address individual strengths and weaknesses. Dedicated and motivated to encourage student growth through carefully monitored academic progress.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Freshman Seminar Teacher
The Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts
Bethlehem , PA
2023.08 - Current
- Applied variety of instructional resources to meet needs of students with varying backgrounds and learning styles.
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
- Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
- Planned in-class activities, discussions and lectures to increase student comprehension and participation.
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
- Selected curriculum and instructional aids to increase students' understanding of core concepts.
- Supported students, individually and in groups with developing academic, career and social skills.
- Taught classes and presented self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
- Created and maintained an environment conducive to learning and promoting excellent student behavior.
- Utilized technology such as multimedia presentations to enhance lessons.
- Encouraged creativity by developing innovative teaching strategies and approaches.
- Facilitated meaningful discussions among students about topics covered in class materials.
Instructional Aide
Strayer Middle School, Quakertown Community School District
Quakertown , PA
2016.09 - 2023.06
- Supported students within the classroom
- Substitute taught for all subject areas in grades 7-8
- Facilitated Google Meets and/or small group work
- Obtained Google Certification Level 1
- Delivered instruction individually and in small groups with support from instructor
- Evaluated individual student needs and assessed academic and social situations to address challenges and goals
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts
- Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts
- Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems
- Tutored students in course material to improve comprehension
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
- Integrated educational software programs into daily lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
Elementary School Counselor
East Penn School Distrcit
Alburtis , PA
2006.09 - 2006.11
- Created curriculum for counseling in friendship groups
- Consulted with teachers, principal and school social worker to identify students in need
- Developed and implemented lunch bunch system for students
- Advised parents and educational professionals on behavior, development and academic needs of students
- Counseled individuals to help overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations
- Provided crisis intervention to students dealing with difficult situations at school
- Conferred with parents, teachers and administrators to discuss children's progress and resolve behavioral and academic problems
School Counselor Intern
School Counseling, Shoemaker Elementary, East Penn School District
Macungie , PA
2005.09 - 2006.05
- Work with a diverse student population ranging from K-5 grades
- Experience running anger management, divorce and friendship counseling groups
- Counseled students regarding variety of social, educational and interpersonal issues
- Conducted individual counseling with many students as well as several long-term cases
- Presented classroom guidance lessons on various topics including kindness, bullying, problem solving, respect and responsibility
- Consulted with parents, teachers and staff
- Worked collectively with education professionals to deliver in-school counseling support for identified students
- Established developmentally-appropriate support groups and activities for elementary-aged students
Education
Master of Education - School Counseling
Kutztown University
05.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Cedar Crest College
05.2003
Skills
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Written and Verbal Communication Skills
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Punctual and Dependable
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Tutoring and Mentoring
- Administrative and Clerical Support
- Computer and Microsoft Office Skills
- Relationship Building
- Classroom Management
- Attention to Detail
- Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Passed Praxis PA Grades 4-8 Subject Concentration: English Language Arts (5156)
- Completion of Google Certification Level 1
- SAP Certified
Timeline
Freshman Seminar Teacher
The Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts
2023.08 - Current
Instructional Aide
Strayer Middle School, Quakertown Community School District
2016.09 - 2023.06
Elementary School Counselor
East Penn School Distrcit
2006.09 - 2006.11
School Counselor Intern
School Counseling, Shoemaker Elementary, East Penn School District
2005.09 - 2006.05
Master of Education - School Counseling
Kutztown University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Cedar Crest College
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