Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
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Jennifer Drake

Jennifer Drake

Garland

Summary

Dynamic Lead Montessori Teacher at Shelton School & Evaluation, skilled in parent-teacher communication and classroom management. Known for fostering character building and collaboration among students while integrating technology effectively. Committed to creating a nurturing environment that promotes adaptability and professionalism, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Lead Montessori Teacher

Shelton School & Evaluation
Dallas, TX
10.2004 - Current

Assistance Coordinator of Summer School

Shelton School & Evaluation
Dallas, Tx
01.2016 - 08.2024
  • Coordinated schedules and logistics for educational programs and events.
  • Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
  • Improved resource allocation by developing detailed inventory management system, ensuring projects had necessary materials without overstocking.
  • Managed communication between departments to streamline project workflows.
  • Implemented feedback systems to assess program effectiveness and participant satisfaction.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Reading Specialist And Interdisciplinary Studies

Texas A&M University
Commerce
08-1990

Skills

  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Grace and courtesy
  • Classroom management skills
  • Patient
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Character building
  • Supplemental training
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Organizational skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Professionalism
  • Technology integration

Accomplishments

  • Supervised a team of 80 - 100 summer school teachers and support staff members.
  • Supervised and Coordinated our Annual Event for Lower School called the Togetherness Picnic.
  • Mentored and Collaborated with Co-Teachers and other staff
  • Used Google Docs, Slides, and Sheets for lessons, and tracking
  • Used Google Classroom and Google Meet to teach and Collaborate.

Affiliations

American Montessori Society

Certification

  • Certified Montessori Teacher, Shelton School
  • Certified as a Take Flight Therapist , Shelton School
  • Certified as a Sequential English Education Therapist, Shelton School
  • CPR - State of Texas Red Cross
  • Stop the Bleed Training Texas Red Cross

Timeline

Assistance Coordinator of Summer School

Shelton School & Evaluation
01.2016 - 08.2024

Lead Montessori Teacher

Shelton School & Evaluation
10.2004 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Reading Specialist And Interdisciplinary Studies

Texas A&M University