Jennise Rock
Connellsillve,Pennsylvania
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
Duck Hollow Discovery Learning Center
Uniontown, PA
06.2016 - 12.2019
- Developed engaging lesson plans based on child development principles.
- Facilitated a safe and nurturing classroom environment for preschool children.
- Supervised daily activities and ensured compliance with educational standards.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's learning and development goals.
- Implemented creative arts and crafts projects to enhance fine motor skills.
- Assessed children's progress and adapted lessons to meet individual needs.
- Organized and maintained a safe learning environment for children, including supervision of indoor and outdoor playtime.
- Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of children.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences when needed in order to discuss student progress or areas needing improvement.
- Assisted in developing lesson plans that incorporated reading, writing, math, science and art into daily activities.
- Encouraged positive behavior through positive reinforcement techniques such as praise and rewards.
- Integrated music into everyday activities to foster creativity among students.
Substitute Paraprofessional
Connellsville Area School District
Connellsville, Pennsylvania
08.2010 - 06.2016
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Supported students with special needs during lessons and transitions.
- Supervised students during lunch and recess to ensure safety.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers.
- Maintained a positive classroom environment through effective communication.
- Reported student behaviors and challenges to teaching staff promptly.
- Developed positive relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff, administrators.
- Ensured a safe learning environment by adhering to school rules and regulations.
- Provided guidance and support to students during instruction periods.
- Monitored student behavior in the classroom and hallways.
- Assisted teachers in preparing materials for classroom activities.
- Delivered instruction individually or in small groups with support from instructor.
- Assisted with clerical tasks such as filing paperwork and copying documents.
- Identified potential issues within the classroom setting based on observations.
- Utilized appropriate technology tools when helping students complete assignments.
- Supported teachers in managing student behavior according to district policies.
- Kept students safe in classroom and outside environments.
- Attended meetings and trainings related to job duties and responsibilities.
- Prepared visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to foster learning.
Teacher Aide
Head Start Fayette County
Uniontown, Pennsylvania
08.2008 - 07.2010
- Assisted teachers in classroom management and lesson preparation.
- Supported students with special needs in daily activities and learning tasks.
- Organized educational materials and resources for effective lesson delivery.
- Supervised student behavior during instructional and non-instructional periods.
- Collaborated with educators to implement individualized education plans (IEPs).
- Provided one-on-one tutoring to enhance student understanding of concepts.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and needs.
- Maintained a clean and organized classroom environment for optimal learning.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
- Helped teachers with material generation, lesson plan development, class preparation, scheduling, exam distribution and student mentoring.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Provided individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics and promote student learning.
Bus Aide
Head Start of Fayette County
Uniontown, Pennsylvania
01.2006 - 08.2008
- Assisted students with boarding and disembarking from school buses.
- Monitored student behavior to ensure a safe travel environment.
- Communicated with drivers to coordinate routes and schedules effectively.
- Provided support in emergency situations to maintain student safety.
- Helped students with disabilities access transportation services comfortably.
- Maintained cleanliness and orderliness of bus interiors for hygiene standards.
- Engaged with parents to address concerns regarding transportation services.
- Collaborated with school staff to enhance overall transportation efficiency.
- Monitored students during route to maintain bus safety.
- Assisted students with physical and mental limitations to safely get on and off bus.
- Seated students and secured seatbelts, harnesses or other protective devices.
- Communicated with bus driver to inform about student safety or request assistance.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Kaplan University
Davenport, IA05-2010
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Parent communication
- Safety supervision
- Educational assessment
- Special needs support
- Individualized instruction
- Behavior management
- Creative thinking
- Active listening
- Time management
- Positive reinforcement
- Curriculum development
- Visual supervision
- Health and safety
- Child assessment
- Nutrition education
- Creative teaching strategies
- Classroom management experience
- Social skills development
- Parent-teacher communication
Affiliations
- Event Committee Chair with Morrell Volunteer Fire Department
- Former Committee Chair with Boy Scout Troop 180 Dunbar
- Former Den Leader with Cub Scout Pack 180 Dunbar
- Former Cheer Coach for East End Steelers Pee Wee Football
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
Duck Hollow Discovery Learning Center
06.2016 - 12.2019
Substitute Paraprofessional
Connellsville Area School District
08.2010 - 06.2016
Teacher Aide
Head Start Fayette County
08.2008 - 07.2010
Bus Aide
Head Start of Fayette County
01.2006 - 08.2008
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Kaplan University