Jennifer Gross
Rapid City,SD
Summary
Hardworking person with skills to step into any classroom environment and support student needs with excellent discussion management, lecturing and mentoring abilities. Knowledgeable about special intervention plans, recordkeeping requirements and strategies for maintaining classroom discipline. Grades papers and homework and records grades for lead teacher.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Retired
Self
Rapid City, SD
05.2024 - Current
- Retired but using my skills I do volunteer work for Canyon Lake Activity Center.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Employment Specialist
Dept of Labor
Rapid City, SD
08.2005 - 05.2021
- Organized job fairs and other recruitment events to match qualified candidates with potential employers.
- Developed new initiatives or partnerships designed to increase access to employment opportunities.
- Assisted clients with developing an appropriate career plan that incorporated their skills and interests.
- Compiled detailed reports summarizing program activities for internal review purposes.
Paraprofessional
Rapid City School District
Rapid City, SD
08.2005 - 05.2011
- Collaborated with special education staff to develop Individualized Education Plans.
- Monitored student attendance records and reported any discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Instructed students using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students when needed.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
Education
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
North Iowa Area Community College
Mason City, IA06-1989
Skills
- Communication
- Multitasking
- Team Management
- Calm Under Pressure
- Cultural Awareness
- Excellent Communication
- Problem Resolution
- Planning
- Self-Directed
Affiliations
- Gardening, reading and card player
Timeline
Retired
Self
05.2024 - Current
Employment Specialist
Dept of Labor
08.2005 - 05.2021
Paraprofessional
Rapid City School District
08.2005 - 05.2011
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
North Iowa Area Community College