Jennifer Atkinson
Billings,MT
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Billings School District 2
08.2021 - Current
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing differentiated instruction techniques and addressing individual learning needs.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly, ensuring targeted growth for all learners.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
Substitute Teacher
Billings School District 2
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Student Teacher
Billings Christian School
08.2020 - 11.2020
Paraprofessional
Lincoln School/Miles City Unified School District
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Provided diverse assistance to teachers, including clerical support, classroom management and document coordination
- Oversaw students in classroom, halls, lunchroom, and playground to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher
- Performed special tasks such as giving oral tests and working with individual students to help students with special needs learn and grow
- Maintained student safety in classroom and outside environment.
Teacher's Aide
Let Me Shine Preschool/Miles City Unified School District
12.2016 - 05.2019
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, objectives, and philosophies
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts
- Oversaw students in classroom to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher
- Supported classroom activities, including tutoring, grading homework, and reviewing exams.
Chiropractic Assistant
Stein Chiropractic and Sports Clinic
02.2013 - 12.2017
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms, and helping patients with diverse needs
- Learned conflict and resolution strategies to assist displeased customers
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
Office Manager
Eagles Manor
03.2009 - 01.2013
- Established efficient workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall effectiveness of personnel and activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education k-8 -
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12.2020
Associate of Arts, Elementary Education -
Miles Community College
Miles City, MT01.2019
Skills
- Early Childhood Development
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Elementary Education
- Time Management
- Student Records Management
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Billings School District 2
08.2021 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Billings School District 2
11.2020 - 01.2021
Student Teacher
Billings Christian School
08.2020 - 11.2020
Paraprofessional
Lincoln School/Miles City Unified School District
08.2019 - 03.2020
Teacher's Aide
Let Me Shine Preschool/Miles City Unified School District
12.2016 - 05.2019
Chiropractic Assistant
Stein Chiropractic and Sports Clinic
02.2013 - 12.2017
Office Manager
Eagles Manor
03.2009 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education k-8 -
Western Governors University
Associate of Arts, Elementary Education -
Miles Community College
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