Jennifer Quintana
Garner,NC
Summary
I'm extremely passionate about entering the field of teaching. I've had the opportunity during my time at Meredith College to go into elementary schools throughout the county ranging from Pre-K to 3rd grade. My main goal as I've pursued this career is to help students expand their knowledge, but to also help every single student that I have crossed paths with in anyway possible. I'm a firm believer that every student should have access to the best possible education and that begins with what the teacher is reflecting in their classroom. As I'm entering my first year teaching I hope to make a positive impact on students and help them grow their love of learning.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
Buckhorn Creek Elementary School
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Increased students'' critical thinking skills through the implementation of group work and problem-solving exercises.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Utilized varied teaching techniques for different learning styles, ensuring all students had access to course material.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Designed lessons for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Student Intern
Olive Chapel Elementary School
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Evaluated student progress through formative and summative assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Developed positive relationships with students, fostering a supportive learning environment that encouraged academic success.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs, ensuring every student''s growth.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Part Time Store Supervisor
Forever 21
08.2021 - Current
- Maintained focus during busy times and delegated tasks to employees to keep business running smoothly.
- Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized.
- Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
- Educated staff on strategies for handling difficult customers and challenging situations.
- Mentored new sales associates to contribute to store's positive culture.
Co-Manager
Journeys Kidz
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Evaluated employee performance through regular appraisals, providing constructive feedback and identifying opportunities for professional development.
- Enhanced store performance by implementing effective sales strategies and optimizing merchandising layouts.
- Increased sales revenue by training and mentoring staff in effective selling techniques and product knowledge.
- Collaborated with Store Manager to develop promotional strategies that effectively attracted new customers and increased foot traffic.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety regulations by monitoring operations on a daily basis.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
Meredith College
Raleigh, NC05.2024
Skills
- Team Building and Leadership
- Student Engagement
- Technology Integration
- Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Team Collaboration
- Safety Procedures
- Public Speaking
- Bilingual
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Student Teacher
Buckhorn Creek Elementary School
01.2024 - 05.2024
Student Intern
Olive Chapel Elementary School
02.2022 - 05.2022
Part Time Store Supervisor
Forever 21
08.2021 - Current
Co-Manager
Journeys Kidz
07.2018 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
Meredith College
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