Janee Baldwin
Swansea,IL
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Excellent communication, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade 3 Educator
Blessed Sacrament School
Belleville, IL
08.2022 - Current
- Co-Sponsor of the schools Speech Team, where I guided students to develop confidence and public speaking skills.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Prepared daily and weekly lesson plans to help students meet learning goals.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to plan and implement curriculum.
- Used technology to drive instruction and maximize student achievement.
- Devised lesson plans in alignment with state curriculum standards and created balanced instructional programs, demonstrations and work time to meet educational and instructional goals.
- Identified student needs and collaborated with faculty to resolve social, cognitive or behavioral challenges.
- Designed and facilitated differentiated and personalized learning goals and activities to engage students.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Cultivated and developed inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, families and staff.
- Pursued positive methods to correct student behavior, delivering constructive feedback upon improvement.
- Prepared, administered and graded evaluative materials such as examinations and quizzes and created and maintained accurate student records.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Upheld values-based approach to maintain positive culture among students and staff.
- Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
- Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
- Oversaw class field trips to keep students safe and educate about related topics.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
Grade 2 Educator
Sister Thea Bowman Catholic School
E. Saint Louis, IL
12.2018 - 08.2022
- Peacemaker Committee Sponsor, where I planned monthly school wide activities for students to reward positive behaviors i.e. carnivals, ice cream socials, festivals.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Prepared daily and weekly lesson plans to help students meet learning goals.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to plan and implement curriculum.
- Used technology to drive instruction and maximize student achievement.
- Devised lesson plans in alignment with state curriculum standards and created balanced instructional programs, demonstrations and work time to meet educational and instructional goals.
- Identified student needs and collaborated with faculty to resolve social, cognitive or behavioral challenges.
- Cultivated and developed inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, families and staff.
- Built strong relationships with parents and students, driving investment in academics.
- Prepared, administered and graded evaluative materials such as examinations and quizzes and created and maintained accurate student records.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Upheld values-based approach to maintain positive culture among students and staff.
- Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Administered and graded class tests to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
- Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Integrated variety of educational programs to develop strong academic foundation.
- Oversaw class field trips to keep students safe and educate about related topics.
- Employed online learning management systems and other diverse instructional resources to offer students remote assistance with assignments.
Paraprofessional
Smithton Community Consolidated School District
Smithton, IL
08.2017 - 12.2018
- Student Council Sponsor, see below.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Taught and assisted students with varies disabilities i.e. autism, bipolar, ADHD, physical, and learning disabilities.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Supplied one-on-one attention to each student during group activities.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
- Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
- Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
- Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
- Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
- Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms and coordinated documents for teachers.
- Prepared instructional materials for specific classroom activities tailored to support student needs.
- Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
- Used lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods to present subject matter to students under direction and guidance of teachers.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
- Assisted in preparing lesson materials and bulletin board displays.
- Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
Student Council Sponsor
Smithton School
Smithton, IL
08.2017 - 12.2018
- Hosted and organized a blood drive with Mississippi Valley Blood Center
- Coordinated and led food and nursery drives.
- Advised students in planning and budgeting for school dances and events.
- Guided students in team building, cooperation, and community involvement.
- Mentored elected officials in their roles and responsibilities.
- Volunteered and served at school and council events.
- Scheduled meetings with council members, students and teachers.
- Liaised between student body and council members.
- Served on and led various council committees.
- Delegated tasks for committee members to complete.
- Reported results of council actions, fundraisers and committees.
- Developed annual budget and compared actual expenses against projected budget.
Personal Experience
Personal Experience
- I cared for my 2 uncles with Schizophrenia by giving medications, taking them to doctors appointments and other errands, making meals, doing laundry, and cleaning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Educa
Southern Illinois University
01.2017
Associate of Arts -
Southwestern Illinois College
01.2013
Skills
- Multimedia Instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Illinois Teaching Certification
- Positive Reinforcement
- Conflict Resolution
- Class Management
- Goal Setting
- Field Trip Organization
- Patience and Persistence
- Zoom
- Multitasking and Organization
- Relationship Building
- Child Development
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
- Google Classroom
- Creative and Resourceful
- Microsoft Office
- Learning Management Systems
- Summer School Instruction
- Teacher Collaboration
Timeline
Grade 3 Educator
Blessed Sacrament School
08.2022 - Current
Grade 2 Educator
Sister Thea Bowman Catholic School
12.2018 - 08.2022
Paraprofessional
Smithton Community Consolidated School District
08.2017 - 12.2018
Student Council Sponsor
Smithton School
08.2017 - 12.2018
Personal Experience
Personal Experience
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Educa
Southern Illinois University
Associate of Arts -
Southwestern Illinois College
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