JENNIFER ARNTZ
Summary
Education professional with a Bachelor of Arts in Language Arts and an emphasis in Education from Cornerstone University. Experienced in early childhood education, elementary classroom instruction, and individualized childcare. Brings strengths in educational instruction, child development, curriculum implementation, and creating supportive learning environments according to individual needs in school settings. Skilled in classroom management and conflict resolution. Excels in interacting with children across grade levels. Returning to the workforce after a period devoted to family caregiving.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2011
2011
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer Nanny
Private Family
2014 - 2018
- Provided summer childcare for two boys.
- Organized daily activities, maintained safe and structured routines, and supported children's learning and development.
- Communicated with parents regarding schedules and children's needs.
Preschool Aide to Floating Substitute to Lead Five-Year-Old Preschool Teacher
Big Steps Little Feet Christian Preschool
Ada, Michigan
2007 - 2012
- Served as full-time lead teacher for five-year-olds the last three years of employment.
- Assisted in the design and implementation of a curriculum that enhanced students' Kindergarten learning during their off days.
- Planned and facilitated age-appropriate learning activities supporting academic, social-emotional, and developmental growth.
- Created a positive, structured classroom environment and communicated with families about children's progress and daily experiences.
- Assisted across infant, toddler, and preschool age groups, adapting to different routines and developmental needs.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher – Third Grade
Algoma Christian School
03.2010 - 05.2010
- Assumed classroom teaching responsibilities for a third-grade class during a long-term substitute assignment.
- Delivered instruction, supported students' academic progress, and maintained classroom routines and a positive learning environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Language Arts, Education
Cornerstone University
Grand Rapids, Michigan01-2010
Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Elementary Education Instruction
- Curriculum Development
- Creative Lesson Planning & Activities
- Child Development
- School Readiness
- Classroom Management
- Individualized Childcare
- Parent & Family Communication
- Organization and Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Social-Emotional Learning
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Classroom Volunteer, Alpine Elementary
- Led literacy small groups using UFLI and Heart Words
- Assisted the teacher in various classroom projects and activities
Certification
- Michigan Teaching Certificate – Elementary K-5 All Subjects; additional Language Arts certification for grades 6–8. Issued 2010; currently expired.
Timeline
Long-Term Substitute Teacher – Third Grade
Algoma Christian School
03.2010 - 05.2010
Summer Nanny
Private Family
2014 - 2018
Preschool Aide to Floating Substitute to Lead Five-Year-Old Preschool Teacher
Big Steps Little Feet Christian Preschool
2007 - 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Language Arts, Education
Cornerstone University