Hi, I’m
JAZMINE GARES
Elementary Education Teacher
D'Iberville,MS
Summary
Personable and dedicated individual with a passion for supporting educational environments. Possesses foundational knowledge of classroom management and instructional support, coupled with proficiency in basic administrative tasks. Capable of fostering a positive and productive learning atmosphere to enhance student engagement and success. Experienced with classroom support, instructional assistance, and student engagement. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to improve learning environments. Track record of collaborating successfully with teachers and students to achieve educational goals.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Biloxi Public School District
Teacher's Assistant- Kindergarten
08.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
Lowe's Home Improvement, MS
Head Cashier
02.2018 - 02.2024
Job overview
- I help train, mentor and develop new cashiers with positive and encouraging techniques to maximize performance and team contributions
- I also help customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction, and sales numbers
- I performed store opening, closing, and shift change actions, including completing accurate shift change logs, to keep operations efficient and current
- Resolve escalated customer disputes with special actions such as discounts.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
- Supported store initiatives related to loyalty programs or credit card applications, driving overall sales growth.
Kelly Educational Services
Substitute Teacher, K-12
02.2021 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Repeatedly requested as a substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Followed classroom plans left by the teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Winn Dixie, AL
Lead Customer Service Representative
05.2016 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Trained, oversaw and mentor new team members to strengthen performance and job expertise
- Planned schedules and workflow based on expected customer demands
- Cross-trained and provided back up for customer service managers
- Boosted team spirit and performance by communicating clear service expectations and quality goals to each team member.
Education
Murphy High School
High School Diploma
May 2017
University Overview
with honors, GPA: 3.0
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, Perkinston, MS
Associates of Science And Education from Elementary of Education
01.2022 - 05.2024
University Overview
- 3.4 GPA
- Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society Member
- Graduated with Honors
University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS
No Degree from Elementary of Education
08.2024 - Current
University Overview
- 3.8 GPA
- Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society Scholarship Recipient- Current
- Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society Member
- Professional Development: Science Endorsements K-12
Skills
Classroom management
Materials preparation
Student engagement
Small group supervision
Safety guidelines
Group and individual instruction
Attendance monitoring
Assigning and grading work
Mathematics support
Parent-teacher communication
Positive attitude
Calm and patient demeanor
Computer skills
Student tutoring
Timeline
University of Southern Mississippi
No Degree from Elementary of Education
08.2024 - Current
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Associates of Science And Education from Elementary of Education
01.2022 - 05.2024
Teacher's Assistant- Kindergarten
Biloxi Public School District
08.2021 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Educational Services
02.2021 - 05.2021
Head Cashier
Lowe's Home Improvement
02.2018 - 02.2024
Lead Customer Service Representative
Winn Dixie
05.2016 - 01.2018
Murphy High School
High School Diploma
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