JENNIFER JENKINS
Mansfield,TX
Summary
Dynamic professional with a diverse background in education, business operations, and financial strategy. Currently excelling as a Special Education Teacher, skilled in assessing student needs, developing individualized plans, and promoting academic growth through collaborative and tailored instruction. Previous experience as a Forex Trader and Program Specialist demonstrates a proven track record in portfolio optimization, process improvement, and cross-functional project management. Equipped with an MBA in Accounting and certifications in Scrum, QuickBooks, and tax preparation, offering a unique blend of educational expertise, business acumen, and analytical skills to drive impactful results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Daniel Elementary School
08.2025 - Current
- Modify general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assess students’ academic and developmental needs to create tailored education plans.
- Develop and implement learning activities aligned with individual student abilities.
- Teach and mentor students in both group settings and one-on-one sessions.
- Monitor student progress and adjust instruction to meet evolving educational goals.
- Revise Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in accordance with student progress and compliance requirements.
- Collaborate with parents, administrators, and counselors to review student performance and strategies for success.
Forex Trader and Market Strategist
Forex Market
06.2022 - 08.2025
- Execute daily project plans focused on portfolio optimization and risk-adjusted performance
- Apply technical analysis and strategic forecasting to ensure achievement of investment KPIs
- Monitor real-time analytics dashboards and respond to market shifts to align project goals
- Prepare reporting documentation and present outcomes to internal stakeholders and collaborators
- Streamline operational processes, reducing errors and improving strategic decision-making
Program Specialist III-Internal Escalations
Uber Technologies
01.2019 - 06.2022
- Coordinated project lifecycles for high-priority escalations and enterprise-level restaurant operations
- Leveraged tools like Salesforce, Jira, Phabricator, and Menu Maker to track project progress and issue resolution
- Generated weekly project reports with KPIs and insights to present to senior management
- Supported the implementation of cross-functional initiatives that improved service efficiency and reduced resolution time by 30%
- Recognized for leadership in mentoring team members and improving onboarding processes
Bookkeeper
EJS Business Support Services
03.2014 - 01.2019
- Managed project timelines and financial milestones for small business clients in monthly cycles
- Oversaw financial reporting schedules, reconciliations, and deliverables for client portfolios
- Conducted variance analyses and presented findings to inform leadership decisions
- Developed SOPs for cash receipts, vendor payments, and month-end reporting workflows
- Delivered consistent reporting improvements, resulting in 5% cost savings on average
Education
Master of Business Administration - Accounting
Keller Graduate School of Management
Tinley Park, ILBachelor of Science - Accounting
Bradley University
Peoria, ILSkills
- Project Coordination
- Program Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Process Improvement
- Training & Development
- Data Analytics & KPI Reporting
- Strategic Planning
- Escalation Management & Risk Mitigation
- Microsoft Office Suite
- CRM Software
- Meeting Facilitation & Workflow Optimization
Certification
- Professional Scrum Master (PSM I)
- QuickBooks Pro Certified
- IRS Registered Tax Preparer
- Professional Sales Training
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Daniel Elementary School
08.2025 - Current
Forex Trader and Market Strategist
Forex Market
06.2022 - 08.2025
Program Specialist III-Internal Escalations
Uber Technologies
01.2019 - 06.2022
Bookkeeper
EJS Business Support Services
03.2014 - 01.2019
Master of Business Administration - Accounting
Keller Graduate School of Management
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Bradley University
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