Jennifer Meyer
Lynn Haven,FL
Summary
I have recently received my teaching certification, and I would like to continue to work in the field of Pre-K to 3rd Grade education. I am a dedicated person willing to learn what's necessary to get the job done. I like being part of a team, but I can work independently as well. I enjoy relating and communicating with all types of people.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Kindergarten Teacher
Breakfast Point Academy
Panama City Beach, Florida
10.2024 - Current
- Taught students in the areas of Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies.
- Assessed students both formatively and summatively.
- Provided emotional support for students who were struggling socially or academically.
- Provided a safe learning environment where children could explore their creativity.
- Utilized appropriate teaching methods to motivate students in academic tasks.
- Established clear expectations for classroom behavior and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues on various projects related to curriculum development and assessment strategies.
- Volunteered to co-lead the Anchored4Life Program at our school.
- Utilized effective classroom management techniques to maintain order in the classroom.
- Facilitated parent and teacher conferences in order to discuss student progress.
- Attended educational conferences and teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
- Coordinated conferences with parents to discuss student progress and establish goals for improvement and advancement.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Oversaw class field trips to keep students safe and educate about related topics.
- Formed strong relationships with parents through conferences, emails, texts, and phone calls.
- Prepped students for two programs put on during the school year.
- Supervised student activity on the playground daily.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavioral issues.
Office Clerk II
Breakfast Point Academy
Panama City Beach, Florida
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Performed data entry tasks into various databases as needed.
- Maintained student records both active and inactive.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress on student records requests.
- Faxed/mailed/emailed student records through confidential means.
- Scanned documents into computer system for storage purposes.
- Updated student accounts information in the database system accurately.
- Answered phone calls in a professional manner and transferred calls accordingly.
- Provided administrative support such as typing documents, filing paperwork, photocopying, scanning documents, and faxing documents.
- Supported office clerical functions using word processing and other software, email and office machines.
Paraprofessional I
Gulf Breeze High School
Gulf Breeze, Florida
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Handled clerical duties, answered phones and led monitoring of all door access.
- Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with diverse populations to include students, parents, teachers and colleagues.
- Communicated confidential details about student behavior and performance with parents and authorized parties.
- Managed daily attendance and reported absences, tardies, and time in and out of school, to appropriate personnel.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed at the entrance to the school.
- Worked as a substitute in the classroom as needed and monitored activity in classrooms, halls, gymnasium and field trips.
- Supervised small groups of students during classroom time and taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Assisted in the setting up and administration of standardized tests and assessments.
- Monitored computer usage and assisted students with hardware and software issues during assessments and testing.
- Attended in-services, workshops, seminars and professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Hillcrest Baptist Church
Pensacola, FL
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods with children.
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
First Baptist Church School Program
Ramstein AFB, Germany
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Administered and documented results of student assessments.
- Distributed quarterly progress assessments and milestone reports to each parent.
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Supervised 12 children on field trips to local establishments.
Human Resources Specialist
DST Systems
Kansas City, MO
12.2001 - 12.2003
- Assessed and filtered resumes from potential job candidates to identify qualified individuals.
- Organized company-wide events to increase personnel engagement and satisfaction.
- Conducted background checks, reference checks and employment verification.
- Completed onboarding and new hire orientation for employees.
- Conducted employee hiring and exit interviews.
- Planned, implemented, and conducted training for new hires.
Public Relations Coordinator
Blades & Associates
Overland Park, KS
05.2000 - 12.2001
- Established and maintained cooperative relationships with representatives of community, consumer, employee and public interest groups.
- Conferred with production, graphic design and web-design personnel to coordinate production of corporate communications materials.
- Researched, negotiated, implemented and tracked advertising and public relations activities.
- Expanded product and company recognition in national press to support sales and marketing teams.
- Created PR campaigns to encompass organization's vision, strategies and tactics.
Public Affairs Specialist
United States Army
Fort Riley, KS
05.1999 - 05.2000
- Maintained professionality and efficiency while working closely with leadership.
- Responded to requests for information from media or designated appropriate spokespeople or information sources for requests.
- Authored press releases and communications materials to share vital information and promote intended message.
- Wrote news articles, took photos and interviewed military members to promote the US Army.
- Escorted multiple dignitaries visiting the fort.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Journalism And Mass Communications
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS05.1999
Skills
Teaching early education
Classroom management
Student assessment
Behavioral support
Parent communication
Team collaboration
Relating to others
Communicating to varied ages and types of people
Connecting people to jobs, resources, other people
Writing copy and designing graphics
Organizing events
Leading groups
Answering phones and doors
Volunteer Experience
Officer Civilian Spouses Club- 6 years (2 years as President)
USAF Key Spouse- 5 years
Church Library Committee- 1 year
Junior Women's League- 2 years
Mission Trips to Zambia, Africa- 2 trips
Presbyterian Women of the Church- 2 years
Read To Succeed Program- 3 years (1 as Leader)
Take Stock In Children Program- 1 year
VBS Leader- 4 experiences
Adult Bible Study Leader- 1 year
Bible Study Fellowship Group Leader- 1 year
PTA Board Member- 9 years
Tales of the Tribe Facebook Group- 3 years
GBHS Soccer Booster Board Member- 2 years
GBHS Tennis Program Parent Leader- 2 years
Certification
Non-renewable Temporary Pre-Kindergarten/Primary Education Ages 3-3rd Grade State of Florida Department of Education Teaching Certificate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Kindergarten Teacher
Breakfast Point Academy
10.2024 - Current
Office Clerk II
Breakfast Point Academy
08.2024 - 10.2024
Paraprofessional I
Gulf Breeze High School
03.2022 - 05.2024
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Hillcrest Baptist Church
08.2018 - 05.2019
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
First Baptist Church School Program
08.2016 - 05.2017
Human Resources Specialist
DST Systems
12.2001 - 12.2003
Public Relations Coordinator
Blades & Associates
05.2000 - 12.2001
Public Affairs Specialist
United States Army
05.1999 - 05.2000
Bachelor of Science - Journalism And Mass Communications
Kansas State University