Jennifer Medeiros
Redlands,CA
Summary
Compassionate Teacher with distinguished knowledge of child development. Committed to keeping up with lesson plans while keeping classrooms fun. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Homeschool Teacher
Self-employed
Redlands, CA
08.2014 - 06.2018
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet student's varying needs and interests.
- Researched multiple curricula, methodologies and perspectives as part of educational planning.
- Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
First Lutheran Children's Center
Redlands, CA
08.2008 - 05.2012
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
Second Grade Teacher
Irvine Unified School District
College Park And Springbrook Elementary
09.1998 - 02.2000
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
Kindergarten ESL Teacher
Irvine Unified School District
Irvine
09.1997 - 06.1998
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Created and supervised variety of hands-on learning activities for fun and engagement.
Pre-K Teacher
La Petite Academy
Macon, GA
10.1995 - 06.1996
Pre-K Teacher
St George's Academy
Laguna Hills, CA
08.1994 - 06.1995
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
Education
Professional And Continuing Education
University of San Diego
Chapman University
Orange, CABachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Chapman University
Orange, CA05.1992
Associate of Arts -
Crafton Hills College
Yucaipa, CA05.1990
Early Childhood Education
University of California Riverside Extension
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Student-centered learning
- Student engagement
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Interpersonal Communication
Timeline
Homeschool Teacher
Self-employed
08.2014 - 06.2018
Preschool Assistant Teacher
First Lutheran Children's Center
08.2008 - 05.2012
Second Grade Teacher
Irvine Unified School District
09.1998 - 02.2000
Kindergarten ESL Teacher
Irvine Unified School District
09.1997 - 06.1998
Pre-K Teacher
La Petite Academy
10.1995 - 06.1996
Pre-K Teacher
St George's Academy
08.1994 - 06.1995
Professional And Continuing Education
University of San Diego
Chapman University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Chapman University
Associate of Arts -
Crafton Hills College
Early Childhood Education
University of California Riverside Extension