JENNIFER JACKSON
Educator
Chicago,Illinois
Summary
Enthusiastic educator focused on student engagement and achievement. Utilizes a relationship-oriented approach to enhance learning outcomes. Proficient in instilling essential skills for overcoming life challenges. Committed to nurturing creativity and critical thinking in all students.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
District 89 Schools Garfield
Maywood, IL
08.2025 - Current
- Fostered positive relationships with students, enhancing social-emotional development and classroom dynamics.
- Monitored student progress through assessments, adapting instructional methods to meet diverse learning needs.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Substitute Teacher
Chicago Public Schools
Chicago, IL
07.2023 - Current
- Effectively taught students of all academic abilities and backgrounds pre-k through 8th
- Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a conducive learning environment
Kindergarten Teacher
Chicago Public Schools Chalmers
Chicago, IL
08.2024 - 07.2025
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Assessed student performance through observations and standardized assessments for individualized instruction.
- Developed classroom management strategies that improved student behavior and engagement.
- Organized extracurricular activities that encouraged creativity, teamwork, and community involvement.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
Student Teaching (Spencer Technology Academy)
National Louis University
Chicago, IL
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Experience working with skyline curriculum, iReady and Fundations in a Kindergarten setting with lead teacher and SECA
- Collaborate with administrators and teachers putting together events for black history month
- Differentiate instruction to meet diverse need of students, establish positive and inclusive classroom environment with safety support and consistent motivation
Lead Instructor
Galileo Summer Camp (Lincoln Park)
Chicago, IL
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Experience teaching from Private Innovation Curriculum
- Teamwork and leadership experience in a camp environment
- Teaching of project-based learning with arts and science
Teachers Assistant
Chicago Public Schools (McNair Elementary)
Chicago, IL
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Hands on co teaching with the lead teacher in Pre-K setting using creative curriculum
- Behavior management and assistance with age specific development age (3-5 year olds)
- Valuable team building skill within school community
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National Louis University
Chicago, IL06.2024
Bachelors of Arts - Arts Management
Columbia College
Chicago, IL12.2019
Skills
Organizational skills in education
Youth development
Motivational techniques
Schedule management
Emotional intelligence development
Adaptive learning strategies
Credentialed in early education
Keen perception
Solution-oriented mindset
Strategic ideation
Project organization
Collaboration expertise
Certification
- Professional Educators License (PEL) EXP: 2029-06
- Substitute Teaching License EXP: 2029-06
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
District 89 Schools Garfield
08.2025 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Chicago Public Schools Chalmers
08.2024 - 07.2025
Student Teaching (Spencer Technology Academy)
National Louis University
09.2023 - 03.2024
Substitute Teacher
Chicago Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
Lead Instructor
Galileo Summer Camp (Lincoln Park)
06.2023 - 08.2023
Teachers Assistant
Chicago Public Schools (McNair Elementary)
08.2021 - 07.2023
Bachelors of Arts - Arts Management
Columbia College
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National Louis University