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JAMILA BELL
Detroit,MI
There are two types of people who will tell you that you cannot make a difference in this world: those who are afraid to try and those who are afraid you will succeed.
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Overview
19
years of professional experience
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Upward BoundDetroit, MI
Health Sciences and Spanish Language Instructor
08.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Supports the preparation of first-generation, college bound students for graduation and college enrollment
- Tutors and recruits incoming students for long-term success
Marygrove High SchoolDetroit, MI
Physical Education Health Instructor
08.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Creates educational materials to teach students how to maintain their health or prevent diseases
- Develops lesson plan activities to promote wellness and jumpstart necessary conversations about health in the classroom
John J. Pershing High SchoolDetroit, MI
Biology Instructor
08.2018 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Increased student awareness of environmental concerns by providing facts, evidence, and examples of pressing environmental issues such as deforestation, ozone depletion and declining biodiversity
- Encouraged students to conduct research and draw their own conclusions
- Planned and supervised field trips to parks, natural resources, the Michigan Science Center, and biologically diverse sites in and around Detroit depending on the school's budget
Cass Technical High SchoolDetroit, MI
Spanish Instructor
08.2015 - 08.2018
Job overview
- Connected with students on an individual level to understand learning styles and preferences
- Created lesson plans that catered to the needs of each student in class
- Provided feedback and guidance when students needed it most
- Maintained a controlled environment conducive to learning - exemplified by the repetition of words and phrases daily, with the goal of practicing language skills - that ultimately enhanced students' ability to grasp Spanish quickly
Martin Luther King High SchoolDetroit, MI
Biology Instructor
08.2012 - 08.2015
Job overview
- Developed new and interesting ways of teaching key concepts such as homeostasis, meiosis, gene splicing and energy transfer
- Enthusiastically related science to the everyday lives of students
- Brought science instruction to life through lab demonstrations that fascinate students and stimulate curiosity
- Kept abreast of emerging concepts, teaching methods and evolving theories in science
Cass Technical High SchoolDetroit, MI
Spanish Instructor
08.2010 - 06.2012
Job overview
- Worked with many students who were new to Spanish and created lessons that were engaging and fun
- Utilized games and activities that allowed students to practice their pronunciation and speaking skills, ultimately helping students feel more confident when speaking Spanish in front of others
- Connected Spanish instruction to everyday, relatable scenarios that encouraged practice using adjectives, describing things in detail, and helped improve students' comfortability with writing in Spanish
Western International High SchoolDetroit, MI
Spanish Instructor
08.2009 - 06.2012
Job overview
- Planned and implemented Spanish teaching strategies
- Scheduled classes, as well as oral examinations
- Suggested improvements in the class session for struggling students
- Organized events to showcase the students' talent
- Performed administrative tasks as and when required
- Gathered and implemented feedback from the students and parents
Westside AcademyDetroit, MI
General Instructor
08.2006 - 08.2009
Job overview
- Provided educational instruction for high school students
- Developed lesson plans for Spanish, Business, Human Anatomy, Biology and Earth Science
- Created general activities to assist in student learning
- Prepared students for college and/or career training after high school
- Led the senior class advisory board for graduating seniors
Timeline
Physical Education Health Instructor
Marygrove High School
08.2021 - Current
Health Sciences and Spanish Language Instructor
Upward Bound
08.2018 - Current
Biology Instructor
John J. Pershing High School
08.2018 - 08.2021
Eastern Michigan University
COUNSLING AND LEADERSHIP from EDUCATION
08.2017 - Current
Spanish Instructor
Cass Technical High School
08.2015 - 08.2018
Biology Instructor
Martin Luther King High School
08.2012 - 08.2015
Wayne State University
Master of Science from EDUCATION
04.2012 - 05.2017
Spanish Instructor
Cass Technical High School
08.2010 - 06.2012
Spanish Instructor
Western International High School
08.2009 - 06.2012
General Instructor
Westside Academy
08.2006 - 08.2009
Summary
Bilingual Spanish Teacher experienced teaching both English and Spanish to foreign nationals. Nurtured students struggling to learn foreign language and tailored teaching to best enhance competency. Explained assignments in native language and explained concepts clearly. Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.
Technically-astute Teaching experienced in offering positive and nurturing learning environments to foster language development. Dedicated to assisting students in growing, developing and grasping Science and Spanish material. Familiar with group and individual language instructional strategies, recordkeeping and student safety policies.
Education
Eastern Michigan UniversityYpsilanti, MI
COUNSLING AND LEADERSHIP from EDUCATION
08.2017 - Current
Wayne State UniversityDetroit, MI
Master of Science from EDUCATION
04.2012 - 05.2017
Skills
- Goal-setting guidance
- First aid and CPR
- Program development
- Time management expertise
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 30-40 staff members.
- Achieved higher academic achievement through effectively helping with attendance numbers and test scores.
- Collaborated with team of 25-30 in the development of SOMO Campaign for the 2025 Presidential Election.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
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