JASNA SEHOVIC
Skokie,IL
Summary
Experienced Early Childhood Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academic and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in the design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience, and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
SUMMER CAMP DIRECTOR
WILMETTE PARK DISTRICT
06.2022 - Current
- Responsible for the overall success of early childhood camp programs
- Effectively overseeing and ensuring the safety and well-being of all campers and staff during the summer camp season, while ensuring that all programs and services are delivered according to the Wilmette Park District personnel policy
- This includes all aspects of supervision, administration, and management of facilities and activities, including but not limited to, sports and games, arts and crafts, and outside activities.
KINDERGARTEN ENRICHMENT/LEAD PRESCHOOL
WILMETTE PARK DISTRICT
11.2019 - Current
- Plan and implement the program per the policies and philosophy of the Early Childhood Center and the Wilmette Park district
- Effectively develop and carry out weekly lesson plans that fit children’s needs and interests
- Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with parents/guardians throughout the year
- Responsible for the safety of the children in the program at all times
- Responsible for complying with all State and DCFS licensing requirements.
PRESCHOOL LEAD TEACHER
BRIGHT HORIZONS
11.2015 - 11.2019
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum according to guidelines established by Bright Horizons by following signature pieces such as: Creative Curriculum, Handwriting Without Tears, Everyday Math, Science Rocks, and STEM
- Provide a safe and nurturing environment that encourages children’s social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development
- Complete monthly assessment for each student using Gold Teaching Strategies
- Establish positive relationships with families and update them on the child’s behavior and academic progress
- Ensure a safe and clean environment for all children.
KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
MOSAIC EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY
12.2011 - 10.2014
- Prepare and execute age-appropriate lesson plans
- Apply Creative Curriculum, Handwriting Without Tears, Music and Me, and Growing With Mathematics curriculum to weekly lesson plans
- Maintain an assessment portfolio for each student in the classroom.
PRESCHOOL TEACHER
CRÈME DE LA CRÈME DAY CARE
03.2009 - 05.2011
- Prepare and execute age-appropriate lesson plans for 3 years old students
- Observe and evaluate students’ performance in all developmental areas
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests.
PRESCHOOL TEACHER
KIDS IN HARMONY DAY SCHOOL
01.2008 - 03.2009
- Prepare and execute age-appropriate lesson plans for 3 years old students
- Observe and evaluate students’ performance in all developmental areas
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests.
SUMMER LEAP PROGRAM
MORTON GROVE GOLF DISTRICT 67
06.2021
- Follow District 67 policies and philosophy
- Implement summer curriculum for math and language arts for 4th-grade students
- Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with parents/guardians
- Responsible for the safety of the children in the program at all times
- Follow strict COVID-19 guidelines to ensure students stay healthy and safe in the classroom.
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction with Advanced Professional Specialization
National Louis University
Chicago, IL03.2024
Early Childhood Special Ed. Endorsement -
National Louis University
Chicago, IL03.2024
English As a Second Language Endorsement -
National Louis University
Chicago12.2022
Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education -
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL12.2007
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to accommodate diverse needs of learners, through the use of appropriate curriculum, assessment, and data analysis
- Ability to use critical thinking and research skills to develop a curriculum using materials from a variety of academic resources
- Strong creativity skills that will engage students and make learning enjoyable
- Strong behavioral management skills
- Ability to lead and form a bond with students, parents, and colleagues
- Ability to create age-appropriate assessments and portfolios
- Effective classroom, organization, and time management skills
- Effective Facilitating of Routines and Transitions
- Strong Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint skills, used to create presentations, classroom activities, assessments, and resources for students and parents
- CPR and First Aid certified
- Fluent in written and spoken Bosnian, Croatian, and Serbian languages
- Member of Gateways
Websites
Awards
- Bright Horizons Award of Excellence: Excellence in Care and Education year 2016.2017,2018, 2019
- HEART Award (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork) year 2019
References
Available upon request
Timeline
SUMMER CAMP DIRECTOR
WILMETTE PARK DISTRICT
06.2022 - Current
SUMMER LEAP PROGRAM
MORTON GROVE GOLF DISTRICT 67
06.2021
KINDERGARTEN ENRICHMENT/LEAD PRESCHOOL
WILMETTE PARK DISTRICT
11.2019 - Current
PRESCHOOL LEAD TEACHER
BRIGHT HORIZONS
11.2015 - 11.2019
KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
MOSAIC EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY
12.2011 - 10.2014
PRESCHOOL TEACHER
CRÈME DE LA CRÈME DAY CARE
03.2009 - 05.2011
PRESCHOOL TEACHER
KIDS IN HARMONY DAY SCHOOL
01.2008 - 03.2009
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction with Advanced Professional Specialization
National Louis University
Early Childhood Special Ed. Endorsement -
National Louis University
English As a Second Language Endorsement -
National Louis University
Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education -
Northeastern Illinois University