Jenna Barber
CA
Summary
Friendly and energetic Speech Paraprofessional and SLPA student, with expertise in assistant teaching in public classroom environment. Motivated to help students learn and be happy, healthy and well-behaved. Calm and effective at mediating student conflicts. Has worked in a wide-range of environments and can easily adapt to any challenge, new opportunities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech Support Paraprofessional
Oakley Union Elementary School District
Oakley, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Assist remote Speech-Language Pathologist in the implementation of lessons and speech therapy.
- Provide guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Conduct in-person, one-on-one, and group therapy with SLP guidance.
- Aid in communication between educators, administrators, and parents regarding student progress.
- Co-create interactive lesson plans for students' interest and progress.
- Apply positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Handle clerical duties, manage a classroom, and coordinate documents for speech therapists and other members of staff.
OFFICE CLERK SUBSTITUTE
Oakley Union Elementary School District
Oakley, CA
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Greeted families, answered inquiries, and directed them to the appropriate department.
- Provided administrative support, such as typing documents, filing paperwork, photocopying, scanning documents, and faxing documents.
- Scheduled meetings and appointments for staff members.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Oakley Union Elementary School District
Oakley, CA
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Executed pre-arranged lesson plans aligned with learning objectives.
- Maintaining classroom management and working within a wide range of grades.
- Collaborating with other teaching professionals, along with diverse levels of staff.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
ASSISTANT TEACHER
Sonoma State University- The Children's School
Rohnert Park, CA
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Aided in lesson plans and executing learning opportunities.
- Supervised small group activities.
- Cared for a multitude of young children.
- Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Offered assistance to lead teachers and aid in event planning and management.
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
QWASI Technology/Vaulted Co.
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Internship aiding in production of social media posts and content
- Connected with various partnering companies, and assisted them with product analysis, along with personalized company posts
- Attended various events, participated in product conversations, promoting, traveled, and was host assistant for said events.
LEAD PRESCHOOL TEACHER
Little Falcons Preschool
Oakley, CA
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Crafted multiple lesson plans daily
- Supervised small and large group activities for children
- Exemplified classroom management, along with supporting other employees
- Held meetings with parents, along with large group staff members.
- Assisted in developing lesson plans that incorporated reading, writing, math, science and art into daily activities.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Chemeketa Community College
Salem, OR03-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA05.2023
Skills
- Social Media Design
- Social support
- Documentation
- Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Computer Literacy
- Adaptability
- Strong Communication
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Critical Thinking
- Good Communication
Leadership Experience
ALPHA GAMMA DELTA, Vice President Campus Relations, 12/2021, 12/2022, Worked alongside other organizations for events and participation., Attended bi-weekly meetings and conducted presentations., Created various power-points for monthly information, served as philanthropic spokesperson for the organization.
Timeline
Speech Support Paraprofessional
Oakley Union Elementary School District
08.2024 - Current
OFFICE CLERK SUBSTITUTE
Oakley Union Elementary School District
02.2024 - 08.2024
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Oakley Union Elementary School District
08.2023 - 08.2024
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
QWASI Technology/Vaulted Co.
05.2022 - 12.2022
ASSISTANT TEACHER
Sonoma State University- The Children's School
07.2021 - 05.2023
LEAD PRESCHOOL TEACHER
Little Falcons Preschool
01.2019 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Sonoma State University
Associate of Applied Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Chemeketa Community College
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