Jenna Wilson
Sparks
Summary
Professional librarian with strong organizational and cataloging skills. Adept at fostering love of reading and learning in students. Team-oriented with focus on collaboration and adaptability. Proven ability to manage library resources, implement programs, and support educational goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Librarian
Excel Christian School
08.2024 - Current
- Participated in trending professional development opportunities to stay current on library operations while fostering an environment where students are encouraged to develop a love of reading.
- Developed strong rapport with students, encouraging them to seek assistance with research and reading needs.
- Promoted reading comprehension and literary appreciation through engaging book talks and reading programs.
- Managed an extensive collection of literature and materials, ensuring access to high-quality resources for academic success.
- Taught children about library practices via individual and group instruction.
- Maintained library databases to support accuracy and availability in circulation systems.
- Assisted students and staff in locating and using library resources and materials.
- Established a warm and welcoming library atmosphere by fostering an inclusive environment for all students and staff members.
Elementary School Secretary
Excel Christian School
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Maintained a welcoming atmosphere in the elementary office by greeting visitors professionally and addressing their inquiries promptly.
- Managed schedules and day-to-day operations of the elementary school.
- Assisted in creating a safe learning environment for students by monitoring visitor access to campus facilities during daytime hours.
- Ensured timely distribution of important announcements to staff members through email or printed memos.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of special school events such as fundraisers, parent-teacher conferences, and field trips.
- Contributed to a positive school environment with excellent customer service skills when interacting with students, parents, and staff.
- Supported student success by maintaining accurate records on attendance, grades, and other pertinent information.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
- Received and logged all money transactions pertaining to fees for fundraising, upcoming events and field trips.
Property Management Administrator
Chaffin Real Estate Services
09.2017 - 05.2021
- Provided exceptional customer service to both current and prospective tenants, fostering a positive living environment.
- Managed day-to-day financial transactions including rent collection, deposits, reconciliations, monthly statements preparation and reporting to owners.
- Enhanced communication between tenants and management by implementing an online portal for submitting maintenance requests and rent payments.
- Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
- Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures.
- Verified income, assets, and expenses, and completed file tracking sheet for each applicant.
- Conducted regular inspections of both interior and exterior of properties for damage.
- Conducted thorough market analysis to determine competitive rental pricing strategies that maximized revenue generation while maintaining high occupancy levels.
- Facilitated smooth move-in and move-out processes for tenants; ensured timely turnover of vacant units to minimize rental income loss.
- Managed day-to-day financial transactions including rent collection, deposits, expense tracking, budgeting, reconciliations, monthly statements preparation and reporting to owners.
- Oversaw routine property inspections ensuring proper upkeep of buildings and grounds; addressed any deficiencies or safety hazards noted during inspections.
Childcare Director
Summit Christian Church
01.2015 - 07.2020
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Recruited, trained and mananged high-quality staff to provide professional, quality childcare.
- Mentored team members to foster professional growth and enhance overall staff performance.
- Developed staff training programs for effective team collaboration and increased service excellence.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize a productive atmosphere.
- Attended professional meetings and conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
Owner/Operator In-home Childcare
Self Employed
08.2005 - 06.2017
- Managed and oversaw day-to-day business operations while providing top-notch, professional, quality childcare in a safe and loving atmosphere for all children and families.
- Developed and implemented a Childcare Handbook for families as a foundation to create the best partnership possible, while outlining the philosophies, policies and operating details of the business.
- Developed
- Supported children's academic success by assisting them with homework assignments when needed.
- Promoted healthy lifestyles through the preparation of nutritious meals and engaging in regular physical activities with children.
- Partnered with outside organizations such as libraries and museums to broaden children's educational exposure beyond the traditional setting.
- Created safe, inviting in-home environment conducive to structured activity and unstructured play.
- Enhanced children's cognitive development by creating a daily schedule conducting age-appropriate educational activities and games.
- Obtained current CPR, First Aid and child development certifications.
- Implemented positive discipline techniques to guide children's behavior, fostering a respectful atmosphere within the home.
- Complied with city, state and federal child care provider guidelines, regulations and licensing.
- Supported young children through development of life skills such as taking turns, resolving conflict, and expressing emotions appropriately.
- Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in childcare, leading to consistently high-quality services provided.
- Supported parent-initiated potty training behaviors using positive reinforcement.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play by helping children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Created and utilized a daily log of information regarding naps, feedings, and any medications administered.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Yuba College
Marysville, CA05-1999
High School Diploma -
Yuba City High School
Yuba City, CA06-1997
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Guiding students
- Group instruction
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Reliability
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Student engagement
Timeline
Elementary School Librarian
Excel Christian School
08.2024 - Current
Elementary School Secretary
Excel Christian School
08.2021 - 08.2024
Property Management Administrator
Chaffin Real Estate Services
09.2017 - 05.2021
Childcare Director
Summit Christian Church
01.2015 - 07.2020
Owner/Operator In-home Childcare
Self Employed
08.2005 - 06.2017
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Yuba College
High School Diploma -
Yuba City High School
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