Jennifer Paddock
Calera,OK
Summary
Dynamic educator and youth leader with a proven track record at Calera Public School, specializing in student mentoring and relationship building. Skilled in developing engaging lesson plans and fostering a supportive environment, enhancing academic growth and spiritual guidance for youth. Committed to promoting positive behavior and community involvement through impactful activities.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Leader
Murray Hill Baptist Church
Colbert, OK
07.2024 - Current
- Wednesday night Youth Leader.
- Wednesday night transportation.
- Promote Christian behavior and lifestyles.
- Directed weekly Bible study sessions and organized Praise and Worship.
- Developed bonds with young individuals for support provision.
- Coordinated group activities and outings for youth participants.
- Led groups of youth at Church Camp.
- Addressed challenges faced by young individuals via personalized support mechanisms and mentoring.
First Grade Teacher
Calera Public School
Calera, OK
12.2011 - Current
- Customized teaching methods to support varied learning preferences.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child's academic progress and social-emotional development.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Enhanced reading comprehension skills in students through engaging phonics activities.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Increased parent involvement in their child's education by conducting regular parent-teacher conferences and providing resources for at-home learning support.
- Implemented positive behavior support strategies, promoting a respectful and inclusive classroom culture.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance on lesson planning, instructional strategies, and classroom management techniques.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Created supportive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Attended students' sporting events, Baptisms, and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
Phone Sales @ Cingular Wireless / AT&T
Rick Mackey - Sound Center
Durant, OK
07.2003 - 12.2009
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Waitress
Chilis Resturant
Denison, TX
07.2002 - 06.2003
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new menu items and incorporating them into knowledgeable recommendations for guests.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers.
Sales Associate
JCPenney Department Store
Sherman, TX
09.2000 - 06.2002
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
Education
Bachelor In Education - Teaching
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OK12.2012
High School Diploma -
Colbert Public School
Colbert, OK05.2001
Skills
- Classroom management
- Behavior management
- Group and individual instruction
- Youth mentoring
- Strong role model
- Relationship building
- Youth activity planning
- Team collaboration
- Group and individual instruction
Timeline
Youth Leader
Murray Hill Baptist Church
07.2024 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Calera Public School
12.2011 - Current
Phone Sales @ Cingular Wireless / AT&T
Rick Mackey - Sound Center
07.2003 - 12.2009
Waitress
Chilis Resturant
07.2002 - 06.2003
Sales Associate
JCPenney Department Store
09.2000 - 06.2002
Bachelor In Education - Teaching
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
High School Diploma -
Colbert Public School