Jennifer Henkel
Austin,TX
Summary
Motivated Service Worker with exceptional social skills, communication abilities, and customer service background. Dedicated to following health and safety guidelines and handling food items properly. Pursues every opportunity to support team members and proactively address issues.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
English Language Arts Teacher
Dobie Middle School
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Developed and executed comprehensive lesson plans aligned with state standards, fostering a dynamic and engaging learning environment for sixth-grade students
- Communicated effectively with parents to provide regular updates on students' academic progress, addressing any concerns and maintaining a positive parent-teacher relationship
- Collaborated with colleagues in weekly Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings to share insights, discuss best practices, and contribute to the continuous improvement of teaching strategies
- Ensured a smooth transition for the next teacher by meticulously organizing and preserving all instructional modules, enabling seamless continuity in the curriculum.
Teaching Artist
Badgerdog Writing Camp
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Facilitated engaging and interactive creative writing sessions for a small group of middle school students, fostering a passion for storytelling and literacy
- Collaborated with students to read and analyze a selected book, using it as inspiration for their own creative writing projects
- Guided students through the process of writing original stories, providing constructive feedback to enhance their writing skills and creativity
- Organized and edited a collection of student stories, resulting in the publication of an anthology that showcased their literary achievements
- Served as a site coordinator in June, overseeing logistics, troubleshooting various issues, and ensuring a smooth and positive camp experience for both students and staff.
English Literacy Tutor
Literacy First
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Improved student literacy of a caseload of up to nine students by implementing individualized tutoring plans tailored to their specific needs
- Collected and analyzed data to develop better educational practices
- Communicated with school staff and Literacy First staff during meetings to communicate the progress of students and how to serve them best.
Barista
Starbucks In Harris Teeter
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Provided exceptional customer service and prepared beverages with precision, adhering to Starbucks quality standards
- Managed cash transactions, operated point-of-sale systems, and maintained a clean workspace
- Demonstrated strong multitasking and problem-solving during solo shifts, handling entire store operations independently and collaborating with the team during peak hours.
AmeriCorps Member
City Year Tulsa
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Aided middle school students inside the classroom throughout the day and after school by offering academic, social, and emotional support
- Created several events and initiatives each month surrounding literacy development and diversity, belonging, equity, and inclusion
- Fostered a learning environment to make students feel ready to succeed by serving as a mentor for them to look up to.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Classical Languages: Latin
Wake Forest University
Winston-Salem, NC05.2021
Skills
- Oral Communication
- Creative Writing
- Cash Handling
- Beverage Preparation
- Point of Sale Operation
- Coffee Expertise
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
English Language Arts Teacher
Dobie Middle School
08.2023 - 12.2023
Teaching Artist
Badgerdog Writing Camp
06.2023 - 07.2023
English Literacy Tutor
Literacy First
09.2022 - 05.2023
Barista
Starbucks In Harris Teeter
06.2022 - 07.2022
AmeriCorps Member
City Year Tulsa
07.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Classical Languages: Latin
Wake Forest University
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