Jennifer Dunn
Denton,TX
Summary
Early childhood educator with 8 years of teaching experience and 27 years of employment. Experienced Paraprofessional focused on providing assistance and support to lead teacher. Passionate about positively impacting students' lives and helping improve academic performance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
BIC Paraprofessional
Valley Ridge Stem Academy
Lewisville, TX
02.2025 - Current
- Facilitated small group learning sessions to reinforce lesson objectives.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Implemented behavior management plans to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Assisted students in using technology and educational software.
- Gathered lesson materials and assisted with bulletin board displays.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeteria, playground, gymnasium, and field trips.
- Supported classroom teacher with instruction and classroom management.
- Assisted teacher with implementation of each student's IEP.
- Maintained behavior records, point sheets, and entered data into spreadsheet.
BIC Paraprofessional
Lewisville Elementary School
Lewisville, TX
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Managed daily attendance and absences.
- Monitored technology usage and assisted students with any issues that arose.
- Assisted teachers with the implementation of the students' individualized IEPs.
- Redirected students using positive reinforcement practices.
- Facilitated small group learning sessions to reinforce lesson objectives.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students and colleagues.
- Graded daily assignments and tests.
- Supported classroom teacher with daily instruction and management of student activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student behaviors, daily point sheets, and sample work.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeteria, playground, and gymnasium.
- Provided instructional support for the teachers.
Lead Teacher
Maple Bear
Lewisville, TX
01.2019 - 05.2024
- Lead teacher for our Junior Kindergarten class for 4 years
- Taught Kindergarten for 1 year
- Designed and implemented lesson plans utilizing best practices
- Adapted instructional methods for a variety of learners
- Provided a structured and loving classroom environment
- Observed and assessed students' growth and development through small group support
- Provided assistance in other classrooms as needed
- Provided Office support
- Built strong interpersonal relationships with parents, students, and staff
- Communicated professionally via our school app
- Completed the yearly training hours required by the state of Texas and additional training sessions provided by Maple Bear
- Performed opening duties for the school at 6:30 each morning
- Continued education online through a scholarship program provided by Maple Bear at The University of Winnipeg
After School Teacher
Jack & Jill Learning Academy
Lewisville, TX
05.2017 - 01.2019
- Worked with School-age students (K-5)
- Bus driver
- Picked up the students from their schools during the academic year
- Organized field trips during the summer
- Provided assistance when needed in classrooms
- Office support
- Helped with school events such as graduation and holiday parties
- Performed closing duties most evenings
- Completed yearly trainings required by the State of Texas
- Transitioned to Maple Bear in 2019
Front Desk Receptionist
Aqua Tots Swim Schools
Coppell, TX
02.2017 - 05.2017
- Scheduled appointments
- Performed cashier duties, cleaned, answered the phone, and assisted parents and swimmers where needed
- Performed opening and closing duties for the swim school on the weekends
- Updated swimmers' accomplishments into database in order to monitor their progress and advance them toward their goals
- Built strong interpersonal relationships with students, parents, and staff
- Provided customer support by phone and in person
Personal Stylist
Buckle
Denton, TX
09.2015 - 07.2016
- Welcomed guests into the store
- Brought product knowledge to my teammates and shoppers
- Maintained a clean and orderly environment
- Set up teammates with goals for the week
- Brought merchandise to the sales floor and made sure it was displayed to its fullest potential
- Completed sales transactions, returns, inventory inquiries, etc. on POS computer system
- Assisted customers and employees from other stores over the phone
- Visual merchandising of tables, walls, mannequins, counters, and cases in my zone and throughout the store
- Ensured that each guest had an enjoyable shopping experience
Photographer's Assistant
SchoolPix
Frisco, TX
10.2014 - 08.2015
- Traveled to various schools throughout the DFW area
- Assisted photographer in the setup of equipment, which included backdrops, lighting, and tripods
- Ensured the environment was safe for the students
- Provided posing assistance for the children, making sure that each child's hair and clothing were photo ready and that the lighting was correct
- Worked with a variety of children ages 3-12
- Time management was key, as we had to keep on schedule according to the schools' needs and our own
Risk Management
The Commercial Bank
Meridian, MS
06.2007 - 09.2013
- Balanced general ledger accounts
- Tracked insurance/ force placed insurance for loans
- Managed loan officers' portfolios
- Scanned documents
- Managed ACH transactions
- Performed audits of tellers and vaults alongside the Internal Auditor
- Traveled to other branches of the bank and logged in repossessed vehicles
- Built and submitted monthly and quarterly reports with required information for the board of director's meeting
- Assisted in loan production
- Time management
- Maintained professional communication with customers and business owners over the phone and in person
- Met daily, monthly, and quarterly deadlines
Health Information Technician
Internal Medicine Clinic
Meridian, MS
06.2003 - 07.2007
- Maintained integrity of health information according to HIPAA standards
- Filed doctors' notes, labs, and relevant information into patients' charts
- Pulled charts for doctors, nurses, and other staff
- Faxed Medical Records to hospitals
- Handled Power of Attorney requests
- Occasionally worked switchboard
- Acted as the liaison between patients and medical professionals
- Delivered charts to the appropriate department
- Handled medical records requests from area hospitals, clinics, and labs, as well as patient requests
Education
Bachelor's - EC-6 w/ ESL in Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX12.2019
None - Liberal Arts
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS01.2011
None - General education
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS01.2001
Diploma -
Clarkdale Attendance Center
Meridian, MS01.2000
Skills
- Excel
- Word
- Outlook
- PowerPoint
- Audits
- Inventory
- Scheduling
- Time management
- Classroom management
- IEP implementation
- Behavior management
- Classroom supervision
Certification
- Texas Educator Certificate- Educational Aide I: 8/2024- 8/2026
- CPI training certification
- CPR Certification, 06/01/23, 06/30/25, Child/Infant/Adult
- First Aid Certification, 06/01/23, 06/30/25, Child/Infant/Adult
References
- Katherine Senase, Former Director-Maple Bear, kflores809@gmail.com, 469-682-4603
- Stephanie Chamberlin, Former Curriculum Coordinator- Maple Bear, stephyaz2005@gmail.com, 469-449-7398
- Jaritza Flores, Friend, jaritzaflr@gmail.com, 940-435-9529
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US
Accomplishments
- LISD Outstanding Paraprofessional Award- March 2025
Timeline
BIC Paraprofessional
Valley Ridge Stem Academy
02.2025 - Current
BIC Paraprofessional
Lewisville Elementary School
08.2024 - 02.2025
Lead Teacher
Maple Bear
01.2019 - 05.2024
After School Teacher
Jack & Jill Learning Academy
05.2017 - 01.2019
Front Desk Receptionist
Aqua Tots Swim Schools
02.2017 - 05.2017
Personal Stylist
Buckle
09.2015 - 07.2016
Photographer's Assistant
SchoolPix
10.2014 - 08.2015
Risk Management
The Commercial Bank
06.2007 - 09.2013
Health Information Technician
Internal Medicine Clinic
06.2003 - 07.2007
Bachelor's - EC-6 w/ ESL in Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas Woman's University
None - Liberal Arts
Meridian Community College
None - General education
Meridian Community College
Diploma -
Clarkdale Attendance Center
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