Jenny Baker
York,ME
Summary
Professional educator with strong focus on literacy development and student success. Skilled in applying targeted interventions and strategies to improve reading comprehension and prosody. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability, and student engagement. Expertise includes curriculum adaptation, progress monitoring, and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
Chickadee Cleaners
01.2024 - Current
- Oversee daily operations, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and efficiently.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Manage financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
Cleaner
Black Cat Cleaning
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.
- Enhanced workplace cleanliness by performing thorough daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
- Removed trash, debris and other waste materials from premises.
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
Benefits Center Coordinator-Long Term Disability
Unum Insurance Co.
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Maintained knowledge of applicable contract or policy definitions and relevant provisions, clauses, exclusions, riders and waivers as well as regulatory and statutory requirements for claim products administered.
- Verified on-going liability and developed strategies for return-to-work opportunities.
- Developed and strengthened claim validation and return-to-work techniques.
- Produced objective, clear documentation and technical rationales for all claim determinations.
- Coordinated and shared information with other products as appropriate.
Literacy Interventionist, Grades K - 5
Little Harbour School
09.2016 - 06.2019
- Provided ongoing support for students'' literacy development through one-on-one tutoring sessions and small group instruction.
- Stayed current on the latest research in literacy education, applying new theories and methodologies as needed to improve student outcomes consistently.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to continually refine instructional approaches based on evidence of effectiveness.
- Promoted a love for reading and literature among students by organizing book clubs, targeting specific skills i.e.: fluency, comprehension, vocabulary.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs related to Fundations Program.
- Established an inclusive learning environment, fostering a sense of belonging among all learners regardless of ability level or background.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies and communicated results to teachers and administrators.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in professional development opportunities and sharing best practices with colleagues.
- As a member of the reading team we continuously addressed the literacy needs of the school by reviewing student assessment data and making recommendations regarding the current curriculum.
Paraprofessional, Grades K - 4
New Franklin School
05.2013 - 06.2016
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes and maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Assisted in creating lesson plans that accommodated various learning styles, promoting inclusivity.
- Strengthened student literacy skills through targeted reading intervention programs tailored to individual needs.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group instruction in both writing and math.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
- Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
Making Classroom and Community Connections (MC3) teacher/tutor
New Franklin School
08.2013 - 06.2016
- Provide one on one support to identified students during after school programming.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students academic needs.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to help students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Organized activities such as clubs for students K-5 that enriched learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings in six week intervals.
- Clubs taught: French, Ancient Civilizations, Mad Scientist, Yoga, Storytelling, Puppetry, Poetry, and Art Splash.
Program for Elementary Aged Kids (PEAK) Teacher
Seacoast Community School
09.2010 - 06.2012
- Before and after school enrichment program servicing Portsmouth and Greenland NH elementary schools.
- Responsible for creating inquiry-based centers that align with classroom and district goals, and encourage learning through play and cooperative engagement.
- Enhanced environment through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Managed behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
Education
Certificate -
Lexercise Structured Literacy -IDA Accredited Program
01.2024
M. Ed. - Elementary Education
Franklin Pierce University
Rindge, NH01.2013
BA - Theatre
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH01.2001
Skills
- Multisensory learning
- Writing instruction
- Literacy instruction
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Crisis Intervention Techniques
Extracurricular Activities
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), 01/01/13 TCI refresher/re-certification course, 01/01/16
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Owner
Chickadee Cleaners
01.2024 - Current
Cleaner
Black Cat Cleaning
03.2023 - 03.2024
Benefits Center Coordinator-Long Term Disability
Unum Insurance Co.
08.2019 - 03.2021
Literacy Interventionist, Grades K - 5
Little Harbour School
09.2016 - 06.2019
Making Classroom and Community Connections (MC3) teacher/tutor
New Franklin School
08.2013 - 06.2016
Paraprofessional, Grades K - 4
New Franklin School
05.2013 - 06.2016
Program for Elementary Aged Kids (PEAK) Teacher
Seacoast Community School
09.2010 - 06.2012
M. Ed. - Elementary Education
Franklin Pierce University
BA - Theatre
University of New Hampshire
Certificate -
Lexercise Structured Literacy -IDA Accredited Program
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