Jennifer Harmon
Sandwich,MA
Summary
Hardworking Hospitality and Tourism Management student with focus on quality and teamwork. Passionate about creating a positive work ethic and having hands on involvement, highlighted through her willingness to think outside of the box. Works well with colleagues, students and community to create diverse, inclusive office and campus.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Forestdale Elementary School
Sandwich, MA
01.2024 - Current
- Substitute teacher for students between the grade Pre-kindergarten through 2nd grade.
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
Head Teacher Assistant
Acceleration Academy
Sandwich, MA
08.2023 - 08.2024
- The Acceleration Academy was a one week summer school program that was meant to prepare kids for the upcoming school year.
- As head teachers assistant, I was in charge of assigning where the other teacher assistants would go. Helped monitor parent pick up and drop off. In charge of snack time which meant going to all the classrooms pasing out snacks.
- I was assigned to a Pre-kindergarten class room
Lifeguard
Aquasafeswim
Sandwich, MA
06.2021 - 08.2024
- Monitored swimmers to ensure safety in the pool area.
- Watched over swimmers to respond quickly to distress situations.
- Maintained neat and clean pool area and clean water.
Gym Front Desk Employee
Sportsite Health and Racket Club
Sandwich, MA
08.2020 - 09.2023
- Kept accurate records of member attendance, sales figures, and inventory levels.
- Learn how to do pitches and sell specific types of memberships to new customers interested in joining our club.
- Worked as a cleaner for the closing shifts.
- Worked in the daycare.
Teacher's Assistant
Scholastic Scholars Summer program
Sandwich, MA
07.2023 - 07.2023
- This was a three week summer camp/summer school program that worked with kids from Pre-kindergarten through 8th grade.
- I worked as a teacher assistant helping run the class in the physical education elective during the summer camp.
- I ran the program for the teacher due to her being absent for a couple days
- Developed lesson plans to cover a variety of topics such as sports, health, nutrition and safety.
Swim Instructor
AquaSafe Swim lessons
Sandwich, MA
12.2018 - 08.2021
- Provided swimming instruction to individuals and groups of all ages.
- Taught basic survival skills such as floating, treading water, emergency exits from the pool.
- Demonstrated proper technique for each stroke, including freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly.
- Attended staff meetings and training sessions related to teaching methods and safety practices.
- Monitored activities in swimming areas to prevent accidents and provide assistance to swimmers.
Gym Receptionist/Birthday Party Coordinator
Compass Athletic
Sandwich, MA
03.2019 - 12.2019
- Managed front desk operations including scheduling appointments, answering calls.
- Welcomed members and visitors to gym and provided accurate information concerning available programs and activities.
- Planned and organized party activities based on participant preferences and requests.
- Set up decorations, balloons, and other materials for the celebration.
- Explained and demonstrated games and activities to party participants.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality And Tourism Managment
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA06-2027
High School Diploma -
Sandwich High School
East Sandwich, MA06-2023
Skills
- Working as a team
- Organization
- Event planning
- Photography
- Time Management
- Guest Services
- Strategic Planning
- Public Speaking
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Forestdale Elementary School
01.2024 - Current
Head Teacher Assistant
Acceleration Academy
08.2023 - 08.2024
Teacher's Assistant
Scholastic Scholars Summer program
07.2023 - 07.2023
Lifeguard
Aquasafeswim
06.2021 - 08.2024
Gym Front Desk Employee
Sportsite Health and Racket Club
08.2020 - 09.2023
Gym Receptionist/Birthday Party Coordinator
Compass Athletic
03.2019 - 12.2019
Swim Instructor
AquaSafe Swim lessons
12.2018 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality And Tourism Managment
University of Massachusetts Amherst
High School Diploma -
Sandwich High School