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Jennifer McKeever

Olathe,Kansas

Summary

Attentive and dependable teaching assistant who enjoys engaging children to grow and challenge themselves in educational environments.  Motivated to help children develop and flourish in the classroom and foster an atmosphere for positive learning experiences.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Kindergarten Aide and Para Educator

Olathe Public Schools
08.2017 - Current
  • Prepared enrichment activities for students to complete during academic centers
  • Guided students during core curriculum classwork
  • Worked one on one with students to learn sight words and recorded progress
  • Supported children's development by encouraging teamwork and understanding of others
  • Observed and monitored children's activities
  • Contributed to the positive academic and social tone of the school by demonstrating professionalism and enthusiasm for the academic community

Assistant Teacher

Kid's Place at Grace
11.2014 - 05.2017

Established a safe and welcoming learning environment for students - Helped children reach milestones in the areas of personal growth and social awareness - Collaborated with colleagues on developing new centers, games, art, math and daily activities

ELL Aide

Olathe Public Schools
08.2013 - 12.2013

Engaged ELL students in reading groups and provided assistance during daily homework and tests - Created activities to enrich math assignments and led small groups in worksheets and lessons - Helped create a supportive educational environment for students in the ELL program

Para Educator

Spencer Public High School
08.2001 - 09.2002

Supervised and assisted small groups of students through out the school day- Attended high school classes with special needs students and reviewed daily assignments- Reminded students of upcoming deadlines and directed the completion of papers, projects, and tests

Education

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Education

University of Nebraska
Lincoln, NE
1998

Skills

  • Cared for children with food allergies
  • Completed Boys Town Training
  • Completed child safety and advocacy program
  • Trained in Conscious Discipline
  • Completed Guided Reading Training
  • Led 95% Interventions

Timeline

Kindergarten Aide and Para Educator

Olathe Public Schools
08.2017 - Current

Assistant Teacher

Kid's Place at Grace
11.2014 - 05.2017

ELL Aide

Olathe Public Schools
08.2013 - 12.2013

Para Educator

Spencer Public High School
08.2001 - 09.2002

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Education

University of Nebraska
Jennifer McKeever