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Teacher

Jennifer Carlisle

Educator
Maricopa,AZ

Summary

Enthusiastic and dedicated first-year Teacher with a degree in Special Education from Grand Canyon University. Equipped with a strong foundation in creating inclusive and adaptive learning environments, I am committed to developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and differentiating instruction to support diverse learning needs. With practical experience gained through student teaching, I am adept at classroom management, collaborative teamwork, and fostering positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues. Eager to bring fresh perspectives and a passion for special education to a dynamic educational team, I am dedicated to making a meaningful impact on students’ academic and social development in my inaugural teaching role.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct care provider

Arion Care Solutions
07.2019 - Current


  • Develop a trusting professional relationship with client
  • Monitor any changes in health condition
  • Supported patients'' emotional well-being by empathetically engaging in conversation and active listening.
  • Help with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning
  • Assist patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance
  • Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.

Special Education Paraprofessional

Eagle College Preparatory School
07.2018 - 05.2019


  • Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
  • Assisted with communication methods to keep parents informed about child's development and behavioral issues.
  • Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
  • Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.

One on One Instructional Aide

Bliss Academy School of Autism
06.2016 - 04.2018
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Supervised extracurricular activities to provide students with opportunities to explore interests and develop new skills.
  • Assisted with classroom technology to prepare students with skills needed to succeed in technology-rich world.
  • Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.

Direct care staff/childcare worker

Fields Comprehensive Youth Services
12.2016 - 08.2017
  • Provided personalized assistance to residents with daily tasks such as grooming, dressing, and meal preparation.
  • Managed medication administration for multiple residents, ensuring timely distribution according to prescribed dosages while maintaining accurate records of usage and refills needed.
  • Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
  • Assisted clients in exploring career options and vocational goals.

Head twos teacher

New Horizons Preschool Academy
08.2014 - 07.2016
  • Manage a class of eight two-year-olds
  • Create lesson plans utilizing play and interactive activities to develop language and vocabulary, introduce scientific and math concepts and improve social skills through play
  • Assess students’ progress and performance
  • Maintain order and appropriate discipline in the room as well as outdoor activities and field trips
  • Clean bathroom and classroom.

After School Teacher for K-8th Grade

Funship Children's Center
10.2009 - 02.2014
  • Redirected inappropriate student behavior and implemented program discipline system to guide proper student behavior.
  • Tutored and assisted children in small groups of individuals to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
  • Implemented effective classroom management techniques, maintaining an orderly and focused learning environment.
  • Prepared food and served meals and refreshments to 50 children.
  • Observed and monitored children's play activities to promote healthy, safe environment.

Teacher’s Assistant

Dreamland Daycare Center
06.2008 - 06.2009
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.

Education

Child Development

West LA-Culver City
Culver City, CA

Bachelor of Science - Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
12.2022

High School Diploma -

Hawthorne High
Hawthorne, CA
06.2007

Skills

  • Compassionate Caregiving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Patience and Empathy
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Behavior Management
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Student safety
  • Parent Communication

Certification

  • Certified General Education Teacher K-8, Grand Canyon University - December 2022
  • Certified Special Education Teacher, Grand Canyon University - December 2022

Accomplishments

  • Observed students and documented social, emotional, motor skill, and intellectual developments.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests

Camping

Exploring

Spending time with my son

Cooking new foods

Advocating for equal rights for all beings

Learning something new everyday

Self love

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
American Sign Language
Elementary
Spanish
Limited Working

Software

Zoom communication

Powerpoint

Canva

Microsoft Word

Quote

Time ripens all things; no man is born wise.
Miguel de Cervantes

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Work Location

RemoteOn-SiteHybrid

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsPaid sick leave

Timeline

Direct care provider

Arion Care Solutions
07.2019 - Current

Special Education Paraprofessional

Eagle College Preparatory School
07.2018 - 05.2019

Direct care staff/childcare worker

Fields Comprehensive Youth Services
12.2016 - 08.2017

One on One Instructional Aide

Bliss Academy School of Autism
06.2016 - 04.2018

Head twos teacher

New Horizons Preschool Academy
08.2014 - 07.2016

After School Teacher for K-8th Grade

Funship Children's Center
10.2009 - 02.2014

Teacher’s Assistant

Dreamland Daycare Center
06.2008 - 06.2009

Child Development

West LA-Culver City

Bachelor of Science - Education

Grand Canyon University

High School Diploma -

Hawthorne High
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