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Jennifer Palmer

TUSCUMBIA

Summary

Enthusiastic teacher with several years of experience instructing students with wide range of learning abilities. Committed to creating motivational and collaborative learning environments that encourage social and emotional growth. Strategic in blending organizational skills thorough educational background. Works well with children, parents, colleagues and supervisors. Dedicated and passionate educator with extensive knowledge in teaching and updating instructional methods. Committed to mentoring students to boost engagement and overall success. Outgoing, friendly, and highly attentive to detail.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

SNAP ED Educator

Alabama Cooperative Extension System
TUSCUMBIA
05.2017 - Current
  • Developed educational materials for community programs and workshops promoting Healthy eating information and following curriculums for students and adults

• Works with County Director to identify county needs in relation to SNAP-Ed target audience

. Conducts and assesses nutrition and physical activity education with eligible youth and adults at approved sites

Identifies opportunities for PSE change in the community.

• Implements SNAP-Ed PSE strategies

• Submits timely and accurate fiscal reports

  • Conveyed and utilized strong communication and interpersonal skills to establish positive rapport with students, parents and fellow educators.

Preschool Teacher

Riverbend Center For Mental Health
Florence
05.2008 - 04.2016
  • Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to children's developmental stages.
  • Fostered a nurturing classroom environment promoting social and emotional growth.
  • Collaborated with parents to support children's educational and behavioral needs.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

University of North Alabama
Florence, AL
12-2004

Skills

  • Educational curriculum development
  • Nutrition education
  • Program implementation
  • Workshop facilitation
  • Community assessment
  • Lesson planning

Certification

  • National Nutrition Certification program
  • Servsafe Food handler
  • Attended and took 30+ Hrs at UNA for the 5th year program in Education

Timeline

SNAP ED Educator

Alabama Cooperative Extension System
05.2017 - Current

Preschool Teacher

Riverbend Center For Mental Health
05.2008 - 04.2016

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

University of North Alabama