Jasmine Brown
Woodbridge,VA
Summary
With a solid educational foundation comprising a bachelor's degree in psychology and sociology, complemented by a master's degree in human service counseling, I am eager to embark on a career in administration within the realm of human services. My aspirations extend beyond the classroom as I seek opportunities to engage directly with families, students, and communities in need. Armed with a passion for making a positive impact, I am enthusiastic about leveraging my academic background and practical skills to contribute to the enhancement of services aimed at supporting and empowering individuals and communities. I eagerly anticipate the chance to apply my knowledge and dedication to foster meaningful change and improve the well-being of those I serve.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Deaf & Hard of Hearing Assistant Special Education Teacher
Arlington Public Schools
01.2022 - Current
- Teaching a small group of students and individuals inside and outside of the classroom
- Preparing and executing lessons and resources
- Developing and adapting individualized teaching methods that are suitable for each of the students
- Communicating through sign language
- Collaborating with the Class Teacher and Lead Teacher to build a better learning environment for the children.
Preschool Teacher
Childspace Daycare Centers
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Teach critical language, social, and motor skills
- Delivered creative and interactive activities to an average of 20 students between 3-5 years of age
- Ensure open communication between parents and administrators
- Observing each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem
- Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments
- Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times
- Track children's progress and report to parents.
Behavioral Specialist
Paragon Autism Services
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Behavior Specialists at Paragon are responsible for direct 1:1 service with the client
- Duties include: Implement individualized behavior plan and programming designed by Clinical Supervisor
- Utilize ABA principles to include discrete trial learning, incidental learning, shaping, chaining, differential reinforcement etc
- Under the direction of Clinical Supervisor
- Provide social skills training, and generalization of skills into home, school and community settings
- Track progress and behaviors using specified data collection methods during every session
- Maintain and graph all the data.
Teacher Assistant
Merritt Academy
10.2018 - 07.2021
- Support lead teacher in classroom management and instruction delivery
- Assist with the preparation of teaching materials and resources
- Provide individualized attention and support to students as needed
- Supervise students during activities, transitions, and breaks
- Collaborate with the lead teacher to maintain a positive and engaging learning environment.
Seasonal Retail Sales Associate
Steve Madden
10.2019 - 01.2020
- This position is responsible for applying selling techniques to merchandise, developing a client base to build sales, and achieve store profit objectives
- Ensure that each customer receives outstanding customer service by providing a customer friendly environment which includes greeting and acknowledging every customer, maintaining outstanding standards, solid product knowledge and all other components of customer service
- Maintain an awareness of all product knowledge information, merchandise promotions, test merchandise and advertisements
- Demonstrates salesmanship skills by maintaining sales productivity levels
- Assist in floor moves, merchandising, displaying maintenance, cleaning store including bathroom and stockroom, vacuuming and returning product to inventory.
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Burgundy Farm Country Day School
01.2017 - 10.2018
- Deliver effective instruction in the absence of the regular classroom teacher
- Follow lesson plans provided by the absent teacher and ensure continuity of learning
- Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning
- Engage students in meaningful learning activities and provide academic support as needed
- Communicate effectively with school staff and administrators regarding student progress and any classroom concerns.
Axillary Coordinator Team Member AM/PM CHILD CARE
Burgundy Farm Country Day School
06.2011 - 10.2018
- Supervise children during morning and afternoon child care sessions
- Assist in the implementation of age-appropriate activities and games
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all children under care
- Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's daily activities and any concerns
- Collaborate with the auxiliary coordinator team to maintain a nurturing and engaging child care environment.
Head Counselor of Summer Camp
Burgundy Farm Country Day School
06.2011 - 08.2018
- Develop and implement engaging and age-appropriate curriculum for summer camp activities
- Supervise and provide guidance to camp counselors and assistants
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all camp participants at all times
- Foster a positive and inclusive camp environment that promotes learning, creativity, and social interaction
- Communicate effectively with parents regarding camp schedules, activities, and their child's progress.
Before and After School Child Care
YMCA Before & After School Program
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Supervise children in a safe and nurturing environment after school hours
- Plan and facilitate age-appropriate activities and games to engage children
- Assist children with homework and provide academic support when needed
- Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's daily activities and any concerns
- Ensure the cleanliness and organization of the child care area.
Phonathon Student Caller
Phonathon Team, Ferrum College
09.2015 - 11.2017
- Conduct outbound calls to alumni, parents, and donors to solicit donations for the college
- Engage in meaningful conversations to build rapport and cultivate relationships with potential donors
- Clearly and compellingly articulate the college's funding priorities and initiatives
- Record donation pledges accurately and ensure donor information is updated in the database
- Adhere to established calling scripts and fundraising protocols while maintaining a professional demeanor.
Education
Master of Arts - Human Service Counseling
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Ferrum College
Ferrum, VA05.2018
High School Diploma -
T.C. Williams High School
Alexandria, VA06.2013
Skills
- Microsoft Office (10 years)
- Child Care (10 years)
- Teacher Assistant (4 years)
- Classroom Experience (10 years)
- Applied Behavior Analysis (Less than 1 year)
- Autism Experience (Less than 1 year)
Resume Title
Jasmine Brown Resume
Additional Information - References
- Morgan Lee, Morgan.lee@apsva.us
- Mary Redfearn, mary.redfearn@dc.gov
- Gillian Weeks , gillian.mogab@apsva.us
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Timeline
Deaf & Hard of Hearing Assistant Special Education Teacher
Arlington Public Schools
01.2022 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Childspace Daycare Centers
09.2021 - 01.2022
Behavioral Specialist
Paragon Autism Services
07.2021 - 09.2021
Seasonal Retail Sales Associate
Steve Madden
10.2019 - 01.2020
Teacher Assistant
Merritt Academy
10.2018 - 07.2021
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Burgundy Farm Country Day School
01.2017 - 10.2018
Before and After School Child Care
YMCA Before & After School Program
01.2016 - 12.2017
Phonathon Student Caller
Phonathon Team, Ferrum College
09.2015 - 11.2017
Axillary Coordinator Team Member AM/PM CHILD CARE
Burgundy Farm Country Day School
06.2011 - 10.2018
Head Counselor of Summer Camp
Burgundy Farm Country Day School
06.2011 - 08.2018
Master of Arts - Human Service Counseling
Regent University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Ferrum College
High School Diploma -
T.C. Williams High School