Jennifer Bazan Garcia
Summary
An elementary teacher dedicated and driven by student success; providing students with the necessary learning tools/tips for their very own benefit as well as providing a learning environment that is safe and inclusive for all learning abilities. Communication is the key to everyday problem-solving. Willingness to attend to responsibilities in and outside of the classroom, and a flexible mindset.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Teacher
St. Symphorosa School
08.2022 - Current
- Increased overall student achievement by utilizing differentiated instructional methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Contributed to the improvement of school-wide curriculum by participating in professional development workshops and sharing insights with colleagues.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Host
Piccolo Sogno
08.2019 - Current
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
- Contributed to team success through effective communication and cooperation with coworkers and management.
Education
Master's in Education, Elementary Education -
Dominican University
Bachelor's in English and Secondary Education -
Dominican University
Associates Degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences -
Arrupe College of Loyola University Chicago
06.2020
Curie Metropolitan High School
06.2019
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Flexibility
- Bilingual
- Lesson Planning
- Relationship Building
- Collaborative learning
- Problem-solving skills
- Behavior Modeling
- Patience and Persistence
- Teacher Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- Oral communication
Volunteer Experience
- Dreamers/Allies, Chicago, IL, Club Member, 09/2017-06/2018, Fundraised money for a scholarship, Lead on conferences for undocumented students
- Archer Heights Branch, Chicago Public Library, Chicago, IL, Youth Communicator Assistant, 06/2015-04/2016, Communicated with parents, Contributed to activities for the community kids
Certification
- [AHA Pediatrics First Aid/CPR/AED adult/child/infant] Training - [August 15, 2023]
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Elementary Teacher
St. Symphorosa School
08.2022 - Current
Host
Piccolo Sogno
08.2019 - Current
Master's in Education, Elementary Education -
Dominican University
Bachelor's in English and Secondary Education -
Dominican University
Associates Degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences -
Arrupe College of Loyola University Chicago
Curie Metropolitan High School