Jermaika Valentine
Memphis,TN
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Shelby County Public Schools
2022.08 - 2025.05
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
Substitute Teacher
Memphis Merit Academy
2024.08 - 2025.02
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.
Behavioral Health Technician
Youth Villages
2019.08 - 2022.02
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
- Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
- Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
Care Support Worker
BSTN
2019.01 - 2019.08
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.
Education
Certificate - Medical Office Assistance
Medical Office Professional
Concorde Career College01.2018
Certification - Cosmetology
Cosmetology
Tennessee Technology08.2016
High School Diploma -
Mitchell High School
Memphis, TN05.2016
Skills
- Extracurricular Activities
- Substitute Teacher Coordination
- Safety Awareness
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Consistent Supervision
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Collaborative teamwork
- Complex Problem-solving
- Effective communication
- Mentoring students
- Behavior management
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Supervising student activities
- Small group and individual assistance
- Student engagement
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Memphis Merit Academy
2024.08 - 2025.02
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Shelby County Public Schools
2022.08 - 2025.05
Behavioral Health Technician
Youth Villages
2019.08 - 2022.02
Care Support Worker
BSTN
2019.01 - 2019.08
Certificate - Medical Office Assistance
Medical Office Professional
Certification - Cosmetology
Cosmetology
High School Diploma -
Mitchell High School