Jennifer Wulf
Cattaraugus,NY
Summary
Dedicated and responsive Substitute Teacher with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Hardworking employee with students and faculty, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every student a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Cattaraugus-Little Valley Central School
Cattaraugus , NY
2024.03 - Current
- Maintained a safe learning environment by enforcing school rules and regulations.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Integrated technology into lessons whenever possible.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Ensured that each student had access to appropriate materials and resources.
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Encouraged student participation and active learning in the classroom.
- Addressed individual student needs and accommodated learning differences.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Collaborated with regular teachers to ensure continuity of instruction.
- Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
- Distributed worksheets and homework assignments from head teacher to assist with classroom operations.
- Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement class presentations.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Cattaraugus-Little Valley Central School
Cattaraugus , NY
2023.01 - 2023.06
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
- Presented subject matter to students in easy-to-understand terms to maximize learning opportunities.
- Encouraged students to be understanding with others.
- Devised lesson plans aligned with curriculum and met varying student needs.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Observed fellow teaching professionals, gathering valuable techniques to use in classroom.
- Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
Childcare Provider
Myself
Cattaraugus , NY
2014.10 - 2022.08
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Instructed children on good sanitary habits when washing hands, using bathroom or eating.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Communicated daily with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Guided children through engaging and productive activities to foster fun learning environment.
- Maintained safe play environment.
- Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations.
Child Behavior Worker
Rehabilitation Center of Olean
Olean , NY
2013.04 - 2014.10
- Worked with care team to assess client needs and discuss collaborative treatment efforts.
- Established behavioral modification goals and assessed progress toward goals.
- Maintained confidentiality through stringent handling of charts and data.
- Used job-related software to compose or prepare correspondence, case notes and technical reports
- Worked with community resources to engage youth in pro-social activities and help families access services.
- Built trust and rapport with victims of violent crimes by remaining calm and compassionate in variety of situations.
- Identified appropriate community resources and accompanied children to places in the community to work on social and behavioal goals.
Customer Service Associate
Holiday Valley Ski Resort
Ellicottville , NY
2013.11 - 2014.03
- Delivered fast, friendly and knowledgeable service for routine questions and service complaints.
- Supported customer service goals and enhanced relations through friendly, knowledgeable and positive communication.
- Addressed inquiries, resolved customer issues and managed customer relations.
- Consulted with customers regarding needs and addressed concerns.
- Provided outstanding service to new and long-standing customers by attending closely to concerns and developing solutions.
- Organized and prioritized tasks and activities and worked within strict timeframes and deadlines.
- Handled large amounts of cash and balanced cash drawer daily within prescribed balancing guidelines.
- Organized client contracts, records and reports to strengthen traceability.
Sales Associate
Nature's Remedy
Ellicottville , NY
2011.11 - 2013.10
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
- Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application or usage.
Student Overseas
Campus Target
Lima , NY
2007.08 - 2011.10
- Balanced school with extracurricular activities and built social connections for personal and professional growth.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Followed course syllabus or lesson plan to perform and submit coursework and assignments.
- Studied Mandarin Chinese and engaged in frequent conversations with Chinese people.
Childcare Worker
Holiday Valley Learning Center
Ellicottville , NY
2000.06 - 2007.07
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
- Guided children through engaging and productive activities to foster fun learning environment.
- Communicated daily with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Instructed children on good sanitary habits when washing hands, using bathroom or eating.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governor's University
Mill Creek, UT2024-06
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Jamestown Community College
Jamestown, NY12.2006
Skills
- Compliance
- Positive Reinforcement
- Special Education
- Parent Communication
- Analytical Skills
- Multi-Subject Instruction
- Behavior Modeling
- Activity Management
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Adaptable
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Organization
- Test Proctoring
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Technology Savvy
- Organizational Abilities
- Creative Problem Solving
- Relationship Building and Management
- Behavior Management
- Safety Awareness
- Activity Planning
- Discipline
- Group Instruction
- Discussion Facilitation
- Lesson Planning
- Smartboard Technology
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Cattaraugus-Little Valley Central School
2024.03 - Current
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Cattaraugus-Little Valley Central School
2023.01 - 2023.06
Childcare Provider
Myself
2014.10 - 2022.08
Customer Service Associate
Holiday Valley Ski Resort
2013.11 - 2014.03
Child Behavior Worker
Rehabilitation Center of Olean
2013.04 - 2014.10
Sales Associate
Nature's Remedy
2011.11 - 2013.10
Student Overseas
Campus Target
2007.08 - 2011.10
Childcare Worker
Holiday Valley Learning Center
2000.06 - 2007.07
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governor's University
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Jamestown Community College
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