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Jennifer Crippen

Chandler,AZ

Summary

Dedicated Teacher with 13 years of comprehensive experience offering extra level of support and guidance to students both inside and outside classroom settings. Patient and kind professional skillful in working one-on-one, in small groups or whole group to answer questions to reinforce concepts taught in classroom. Commended for consistently providing children with necessary learning tools to advance and build knowledge for success.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Para Educator

Chandler Unified School District
12.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with teachers to help with classroom and workload management.
  • Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
  • Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
  • Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction in various subjects.
  • Supported teachers in managing diverse classroom populations by providing targeted interventions for students who required additional assistance or modifications.

Noon Aide/ Para Educator

Chandler Unified School District
11.2021 - 05.2022
  • Maintained clean and orderly common spaces to provide a pleasant environment for students and staff alike.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
  • Managed conflicts between students effectively, promoting a harmonious learning atmosphere.
  • Monitored students during lunchtime, ensuring safety and proper etiquette in the cafeteria.
  • Supervised outdoor play areas while ensuring safe practices were followed by all students at all times.

Virtual Teacher

VIPKID
08.2017 - 06.2020
  • Taught lesson across all curriculum areas in an one on one virtual setting.

Bookkeeper

Jackson Hewitt
08.2010 - 12.2016
  • Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
  • Streamlined bookkeeping procedures to increase efficiency and productivity.
  • Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
  • Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.

Teacher

Tempe Elementary School District No. 3
08.1999 - 05.2007
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR
06.1999

Skills

  • Lesson Planning and Preparation
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented
  • Educational Support

Certification

  • Arizona Standard K-8 Teaching License - 2034

Timeline

Para Educator

Chandler Unified School District
12.2022 - Current

Noon Aide/ Para Educator

Chandler Unified School District
11.2021 - 05.2022

Virtual Teacher

VIPKID
08.2017 - 06.2020

Bookkeeper

Jackson Hewitt
08.2010 - 12.2016

Teacher

Tempe Elementary School District No. 3
08.1999 - 05.2007

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Western Oregon University
  • Arizona Standard K-8 Teaching License - 2034
Jennifer Crippen