Jenna Durbin
Bourbonnais,IL
Summary
Highly motivated team player with a passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management, and technology.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Women's Soccer Coach
Olivet Nazarene University
08.2023 - Current
- Promoted love of the game by assisting players with understanding positioning, play techniques, and teamwork strategies.
- Built positive, productive training environments fostering team unity and camaraderie.
- Maintained player safety through careful practice and game supervision.
- Cultivated community and media relations through social media and other communication channels to support the program.
- Facilitated team-building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
Bourbonnais School District
11.2022 - 03.2024
- Assisted permanent teachers in maintaining classroom routines, ensuring a seamless transition during their absence.
- Cultivated a culture of respect within the classroom by modeling appropriate behavior and addressing issues promptly when they arose.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, performance, and progress to inform instructional decisions and report to permanent teachers.
- Adapted quickly to various classroom settings and grade levels by demonstrating flexibility, adaptability, and a strong understanding of diverse curricula.
Paraprofessional
Bradley School District
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
Substitute Teacher
Tomorrow's World Daycare
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in the classroom.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Changed diapers and fed on scheduled time.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Intercultural Studies
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL08.2022
No Degree - Early Childhood Special Education
Marywood University
Scranton, PA05.2020
Skills
- Oral and Written Communication
- Active Listening
- Problem Solving
- First Aid and CPR
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Teacher Support
- Crisis Intervention
- Detail Oriented
- Self-motivated
- Patient
- Team Player
- Reliable
Certification
CPR Certified
Additional Information
I am a recent Graduate who let everyone talk me out of going into the education field and have realized it is my passion. I want to help children not just in the classroom but also as people. I believe my passion is what drives me to excel in classroom settings even though I might not be as qualified on paper. I am someone who will impact the students and build strong relationships with my coworkers to keep an upbeat work environment.
Timeline
Assistant Women's Soccer Coach
Olivet Nazarene University
08.2023 - Current
Paraprofessional
Bradley School District
01.2023 - 05.2023
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
Bourbonnais School District
11.2022 - 03.2024
Substitute Teacher
Tomorrow's World Daycare
07.2021 - 01.2022
MBA - Business Administration
Olivet Nazarene University
Bachelor of Arts - Intercultural Studies
Olivet Nazarene University
No Degree - Early Childhood Special Education
Marywood University