Jennifer Phillips
Cheektowaga,NY
Summary
Versatile English as a Second Language (ESL) educator with over 5 years of experience in managing lesson plans, appointments, calendars, and finances. Strong knowledge of recordkeeping, data management, and online communication platforms. Skilled in Microsoft Office and Google Docs Editor. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Troop Co-Leader
Girl Scouts Of Western New York
2023.09 - Current
- Coordinates with co-leader as well as local organizations to schedule two meeting times each month with accessible location for all twelve scouts and their parent(s).
- Develops age-appropriate lesson plans and activities to engage scouts in learning about nature, science, arts, and cultural diversity.
- Manages requirements needed for multi-grade level scouts to earn relevant badges, patches, and awards each month.
- Coordinates with co-leader to design and implement successful fundraising initiatives for troop activities and supplies needed.
- Manages troop attendance records diligently.
- Creates and maintains budget for Girl Scout activities.
- Uses multiple information technology systems to manage inventory and funds during cookie season.
- Logs reports, expenses, and receipts in database.
- Exceeded 2024 fundraising goal of $10,000 in cookie sales by use of marketing strategies and planning strategic cookie booths.
Online ESL Teacher
Gogokid, 51Talk, Magic Ears
2017.09 - 2021.05
- Improved English reading, writing, and speaking comprehension in students through individualized lesson plans.
- Communicated with students using multiple online learning platforms with webcam capabilities such as WeChat, Skype, and company's individual platforms.
- Developed strong rapport with parents by maintaining open lines of communication through various international communication applications such as WeChat and QQMail.
- Maintained calendars and managed time between multiple platforms to prevent double booking.
- Streamlined administrative tasks such as grading assignments, recording attendance data, and session bookings using Google Docs Editor.
Internship Student
ACCESS Of WNY
2018.01 - 2018.05
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Designed lessons for adult students learning English to obtain U.S. citizenship using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new concepts and techniques as required for different assignments within the program.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously without compromising quality or punctuality.
Internship Student
Lafayette High School
2016.09 - 2017.06
- Fulfilled 220 required hours over the course of one semester (September-December) and voluntarily extended internship for another semester (January-June) to complete the high school year.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Aided and co-taught with an ESL teacher during English Language Arts, Math, and Science classes.
- Developed professional skills through hands-on experiences, including but not limited to time management and effective cross-cultural communication.
- Received positive feedback from supervisors, reflecting a strong commitment to personal growth and development throughout the internship program.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - General Education Credits
SUNY Buffalo State
Buffalo, NYMaster of Arts - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
University At Buffalo
Buffalo05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics
University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY05.2017
Skills
- Cross-cultural communication
- Online Teaching
- Learning Management Systems
- Video Conferencing
- Virtual Classroom Tools
- Technology Integration
- Recordkeeping management expertise
- Budget management expertise
- Timekeeping expertise
- Fundraising expertise
- Microsoft Office and Google Docs Editor expertise
Accomplishments
- University at Buffalo's Gifted Math Program: One of 60 sixth grade students selected out of a group of 400 nominated in Erie County
- Awarded Dean's List at SUNY Buffalo State for four semesters
- World's Greatest Disco Volunteer: 2019, 2022
- Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) member for Theodore Roosevelt Elementary: 2022-present
Timeline
Troop Co-Leader
Girl Scouts Of Western New York
2023.09 - Current
Internship Student
ACCESS Of WNY
2018.01 - 2018.05
Online ESL Teacher
Gogokid, 51Talk, Magic Ears
2017.09 - 2021.05
Internship Student
Lafayette High School
2016.09 - 2017.06
Some College (No Degree) - General Education Credits
SUNY Buffalo State
Master of Arts - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
University At Buffalo
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics
University At Buffalo
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