Jenna Harper
Hazlehurst,GA
Summary
Energetically advanced students' academic and social-emotional development at West Green Elementary, employing differentiated instruction and data-driven strategies to ensure progress. Excelles in classroom management and parent-teacher communication, fostering strong relationships and team collaboration. Mentored new teachers, highlighting a blend of organizational prowess and relationship-building skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
First Grade Teacher
West Green Elementary- Principal Amy Vining
West Green, GA
07.2016 - Current
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Utilizes data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Assesses student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Establishes strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
- Participates on leadership team, member of School Governance Team and leader of Social Committee
- Mentor new teachers
Kindergarten Teacher
Toombs Primary School-Principal Sandra Floyd
Toombs County
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
Teacher Assistant
Elaine McCall
Jeff Davis Learning Center Hazlehurst, GA
01.2007 - 05.2012
- Improved daycare environment by maintaining cleanliness, organization, and safety standards consistently.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Assisted in creating a nurturing atmosphere by actively engaging with children through play, conversation, and care routines.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Managed daily routines efficiently while ensuring smooth transitions between activities for minimal disruption in the daycare setting.
- Collaborated effectively with fellow staff members to create a cohesive team dedicated to providing top-quality childcare services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Brewton Parker College
Mt. Vernon, GA 05.2012
High School Diploma -
Jeff Davis High School
Hazlehurst, GA05.2006
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Phonics Instruction
- Organizational Skills
- Relationship Building
- Team Collaboration
- Parent-Teacher Communication
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
West Green Elementary- Principal Amy Vining
07.2016 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Toombs Primary School-Principal Sandra Floyd
08.2013 - 05.2015
Teacher Assistant
Elaine McCall
01.2007 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Brewton Parker College
High School Diploma -
Jeff Davis High School