Jennifer Hickman
New York,NY
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
B'nai Mitzvah Tutor
Jewish Community Project Of Lower Manhattan
New York, NY
09.2021 - Current
- Using cantillation trope expertise, teaches B'nai Mitzvah students how to chant their torah portions and perform the traditional prayers for their coming-of-age ceremony.
- On-call one-on-one tutor for younger students that require remedial assistance in their Hebrew education.
- Designs engaging lessons, using art and visual aids to enhance learning process.
Third Grade Hebrew Teacher
Temple Sharey Tefilo-Israel
South Orange, NJ
09.2021 - Current
- Educates third grade students on the basics of Hebrew reading skills, such as Hebrew letter names and sounds, the function of Hebrew vowels, and fundamentals of reading fluency.
- Structures lessons with a hybrid method, with one day of in-person lessons and one day of virtual lessons per week.
- Coaches and mentors high school student teaching assistants on successful teaching strategies and time management.
B'nai Mitzvah Tutor - Remote
Temple Israel
Melbourne, FL
07.2021 - Current
- Prepares students for the B'nai Mitzvah ceremony by teaching the traditional prayers.
- Using cantillation trope expertise, assists the students in learning their both the torah and haftarah portions for their coming-of-age ceremony.
- Coordinates parent meetings, discussing student progress and developing individualized solutions to areas of concern.
ESL Language Teacher - Seasonal Recurring Position
Manhattan College
New York, United States
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
Crisis Counselor Volunteer
Crisis Textline
New York, NY
04.2020 - 12.2020
- Delivered individualized counseling services to clients working through issues such as mental illness and substance abuse.
ESL Tutor
VIP Kids
New York, NY
12.2017 - 10.2019
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
Education
Master of Social Work - Clinical Social Work (in Progress)
SUNY At Buffalo
Buffalo, NYBachelor of Arts - Psychology
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY10.2021
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Musical Theater
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH04.2014
Skills
- Classically trained singer, Broadway performer, and theater producer Full artistic resume available upon request
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Lesson Planning
- Crisis Response
- Group and individual instruction
Certification
- Certified Sommelier - Level 1. Court of Master Sommeliers
- BADA & Oxford University Postgraduate Certificate of Completion - Shakespeare Studies
- Trained in Crisis Intervention Text Support - 6 week training course through the Crisis Textline.
Timeline
ESL Language Teacher - Seasonal Recurring Position
Manhattan College
06.2022 - 08.2022
B'nai Mitzvah Tutor
Jewish Community Project Of Lower Manhattan
09.2021 - Current
Third Grade Hebrew Teacher
Temple Sharey Tefilo-Israel
09.2021 - Current
B'nai Mitzvah Tutor - Remote
Temple Israel
07.2021 - Current
Crisis Counselor Volunteer
Crisis Textline
04.2020 - 12.2020
ESL Tutor
VIP Kids
12.2017 - 10.2019
Master of Social Work - Clinical Social Work (in Progress)
SUNY At Buffalo
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
SUNY Empire State College
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Musical Theater
University of Cincinnati
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