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Jennifer Fernandes

Irvington,NJ

Summary

Motivated and passionate special education teacher with the intention of gaining admission into this renowned University. Hardworking and driven, with goals of flourishing in the Educational Leadership Graduate program. Committed to working hard and serving the school, peers and community.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher of Special Education

Newark Board Of Education
08.2019 - Current

Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.

  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Promoted positive learning environment through use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
  • Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Streamlined classroom processes by integrating technology tools such as interactive whiteboards and assistive devices designed for students with disabilities.
  • Organized field trips and community-based experiences that enriched students'' understanding of real-world applications for their skills.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
  • Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
  • Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
  • Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Girls Scout Troop Leader
  • Help with safety of transportation services.

Assistant Manager

Foot Locker
01.2018 - 07.2023
  • Provided excellent customer service, driving membership loyalty and increasing customer satisfaction rates
  • Oversaw and managed operational and financial projects to deliver on time and within budget limitations
  • Reviewed sales and merchandising reports to achieve profit goals, reduce back stock and predict sales
  • Supported store opening by setting up office space, equipment and POS systems
  • Encouraged sales staff to cross-sell complementary products and services to customers
  • Handled scheduling to ensure proper staffing for high-volume shifts and seasonal promotions
  • Interacted with customers to determine needs and offer product or service solutions
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records to increase accuracy and reduce discrepancies
  • Managed inventory control processes to restore back stock, control costs and meet client needs while maintaining clothing and accessory levels on sales floor
  • Communicated issues and inefficiencies with store manager to create strategies and exceed sales objectives
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired individuals who would bring passion and dedication to positions at hand
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities
  • Developed innovative and creative merchandise displays to drive point-of-sale purchases
  • Addressed problems with customers to promote quick and successful resolution
  • Resolved all issues professionally and in timely manner
  • Created detailed spreadsheets for scheduling and customer profiles to support sales campaigns.

Substitute Teacher

Newark Public Schools
01.2016 - 06.2018
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives
  • Proctored quizzes, tests, and standardized examinations
  • Promoted learning by maintaining classroom management and discipline
  • Completed documentation of attendance, grades, and other required details
  • Taught diverse subjects for grades K-8, successfully delivering seamless teaching in absence of regular teacher
  • Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues
  • Maintained safe and orderly classroom
  • Communicated with parents regarding student activities
  • Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues
  • Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms
  • Encouraged learning through diverse strategies
  • Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials
  • Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning
  • Created new lesson plans based on course objectives
  • Documented student attendance and progress against goals
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students based on various instructional techniques and technologies
  • Met with parents to resolve conflicting educational priorities and issues
  • Planned, implemented, monitored, and assessed classroom instructional program.

Per Diem Teacher's Aid

Newark Public Schools
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Provide extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking students or those with physical and mental disabilities
  • Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips
  • Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
  • Enforce administration policies and rules governing students
  • Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts
  • Assist in bus loading and unloading
  • Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage
  • Observe students' performance, and record relevant data to assess progress
  • Distribute tests and homework assignments and collect them when they are completed
  • Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development
  • Distribute teaching materials such as textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students
  • Organize and label materials and display students' work in a manner appropriate for their eye levels and perceptual skills
  • Establish and enforce rules for behavior and policies and procedures to maintain order among students
  • Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities
  • Organize and label materials and display students' work.

Cashier/Visual Merchandiser

Foot Locker
11.2010 - 01.2023
  • Receive payment by cash, check, credit cards, vouchers, or automatic debits
  • Issue receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers
  • Assist customers by providing information and resolving their complaints
  • Establish or identify prices of goods, services or admission, and tabulate bills using calculators, cash registers, or optical price scanners
  • Greet customers entering establishments
  • Answer customers' questions, and provide information on procedures or policies
  • Process merchandise returns and exchanges
  • Maintain clean and orderly checkout areas and complete other general cleaning duties, such as mopping floors and emptying trash cans
  • Stock shelves, and mark prices on shelves and items.

Teacher's Assistant

Garden State Learning Academy
06.2010 - 08.2010
  • Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips
  • Enforce administration policies and rules governing students
  • Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts
  • Instruct and monitor students in use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage
  • Observe students' performance, and record relevant data to assess progress
  • Present subject matter to students under direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods
  • Distribute teaching materials such as textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students
  • Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required
  • Type, file, and duplicate materials
  • Distribute tests and homework assignments and collect them when completed
  • Grade homework and tests, and compute and record results, using answer sheets or electronic marking devices
  • Take class attendance and maintain attendance records
  • Requisition and stock teaching materials and supplies.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

New Jersey City University
Jersey City, New Jersey
05.2018

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Essex County College
Newark, New Jersey
05.2014

Skills

  • Active Listening
  • Speaking
  • Classroom management
  • Managing classroom for diverse populations
  • Relationship building and management
  • Lesson planning
  • Kind and empathetic educator
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Self-motivated
  • Experience with special-needs students
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Motivating students
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Individualized Instruction
  • Safety Monitoring

Timeline

Teacher of Special Education

Newark Board Of Education
08.2019 - Current

Assistant Manager

Foot Locker
01.2018 - 07.2023

Substitute Teacher

Newark Public Schools
01.2016 - 06.2018

Per Diem Teacher's Aid

Newark Public Schools
01.2014 - 01.2016

Cashier/Visual Merchandiser

Foot Locker
11.2010 - 01.2023

Teacher's Assistant

Garden State Learning Academy
06.2010 - 08.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

New Jersey City University

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Essex County College
Jennifer Fernandes