Jennifer Giles
Ashkum,IL
Summary
Motivated Elementary School Teacher with experience guiding students with proven teaching methods and positive interactions. Enthusiastic about helping students understand subject materials and educating on social and general learning skills. Kind and caring attitude when communicating with children.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Central School District #4
Chebanse, IL
08.2024 - Current
- Created classroom environment that promoted positive behavior expectations and respect for diversity.
- Assessed student performance through formal testing and informal observation.
- Planned and facilitated small group activities to enhance student understanding of material presented in awhole-class setting.
- Integrated technology into daily lesson planning to support 21st century skills development.
- Established effective communication with colleagues across grade levels to develop a cohesive school culture.
- Attended professional development workshops related to best practices in teaching pedagogy or instructional strategies.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions designed to improve academic achievement among all learners.
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
- Maintained safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
- Provided engaging instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science and social studies to a class of 14 first graders.
Substitute Teacher First Grade
Central School District #4
Ashkum, IL
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Organized lesson plans and activities for students.
- Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Monitored student progress throughout the day.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
Preschool Teacher
Kankakee School District
Kankakee, IL
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Maintained records of attendance, grades, health concerns, and other relevant information about the children in my care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Olivet Nazarene Unversity
Bourbonnais, IL05-2025
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Western Illinois Universtiy
Macomb, ILSkills
- Play-Based Learning
- Safety awareness
- Materials sourcing
- Multimedia instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Proficient in [Software]
- Social-emotional learning
- Professional Development
- Early Childhood Education
- Student assessment
- Classroom Management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Central School District #4
08.2024 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Kankakee School District
08.2023 - 02.2024
Substitute Teacher First Grade
Central School District #4
02.2023 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Olivet Nazarene Unversity
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Western Illinois Universtiy
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