Jennisis Sanford
Chicago Park District
Chicago,IL
11
years of professional experience
Experienced with educational support, assisting in development and implementation of classroom activities. Utilizes strong interpersonal skills to foster supportive and engaging learning environment. Knowledge of effective classroom management techniques and instructional support.
Work History
Seasonal Rec Leader
2 Years- Coordinated recreational programs, ensuring engaging activities for diverse community groups.
- Monitored camper behavior, applying conflict resolution techniques to maintain a positive environment.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
- Supervised groups of up to 20 children under age 11 from arrival through departure at end of day.
Paraprofessional
1 Year 5 Months- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to educators on academic performance and behavioral outcomes.
- Supported classroom management by fostering a positive and inclusive environment for all students.
- Collaborated with instructional staff to develop engaging lesson materials and activities tailored to student interests.
Lead Teacher
1 Year- Developed tailored financial education programs to enhance client understanding of budgeting and saving techniques.
- Guided individuals in creating personalized financial plans that align with their long-term goals and aspirations.
- Fostered a supportive environment where clients felt comfortable discussing sensitive financial matters openly and without judgment.
- Evaluated clients'' credit reports, identifying discrepancies and advising on steps to improve credit scores for better borrowing opportunities.
Teacher
3 Years- Guided students in academic and career planning
- Maintained student records and documentation
- Facilitated parent meetings to discuss student progress
- Provided individualized support by assessing student needs and connecting them to resources
- Collaborated with staff and families to support student success
Childcare Worker
8 Months- Identify signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and bring them to parents’ or guardians’ attention.
- Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in children, facilitating timely communication with parents or guardians for support.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, promoting well-being and independence in eating, resting, and toilet routines.
- Create developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
- Keep records on individual children, including daily observations and information about activities, meals served, and medications administered.
- Organized and led recreational activities and outings, enhancing children's social skills and engagement through games and field trips.
- Perform housekeeping duties, such as laundry, cleaning, dishwashing, and changing of linens.
- Counsel individuals, groups, families, or communities regarding issues including mental health, poverty, unemployment, substance abuse, physical abuse, rehabilitation, social adjustment, child care, or medical care.
HouseKeeper
9 Months- Sterilized and wiped restrooms to keep them clean.
- Changed bed linens and collected dirty materials for cleaning.
- Vacuumed office and entryway carpets and floors.
- Rearranged furniture to clean behind and underneath surfaces.
- Maintained accurate inventory of supplies for efficient operations.
Call Center Representative
1 Year 2 Months- Conferred with customers via telephone and in person to provide product and service information, process orders, cancel accounts, and resolve complaints.
- Keep records of customer interactions or transactions, recording details of inquiries, complaints, or comments, as well as actions taken.
- Solicited sales of new and additional services or products to enhance customer offerings.
- Updated directory information to ensure accurate customer records.
Education
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Skills
Small group and individual assistance
Data collection
Classroom support
Progress monitoring
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Chicago Public Schools CPS
08.2024 - 01.2026Read More
Seasonal Rec Leader
Chicago Park District
06.2024 - 06.2026Read More
Lead Teacher
Ucan
06.2023 - 06.2024Read More
Teacher
Crossing of Business and Entrepreneurship
10.2019 - 10.2022Read More
Childcare Worker
St. Joseph Carmelite Home
01.2019 - 09.2019Read More
HouseKeeper
IU Health Hospital
10.2017 - 07.2018Read More
Call Center Representative
Teleperformance
06.2015 - 08.2016Read More
Walden University
Master of Science from Early Childhood Education
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