Jessica Bland
Portland
Summary
Experienced with creating nurturing and stimulating environments for young children. Utilizes strong communication skills to build positive relationships with children and parents. Knowledge of early childhood development principles and classroom management techniques.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ready, Set, Go! Program Assistant Coordinator
Metropolitan Family Service
05.2022 - Current
- Assisted with planning and coordinating day-to-day and special program activities.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students by adhering to preschool policies and procedures.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and hands-on learning experiences in lesson plans.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay informed on best practices in early childhood education.
- Implemented effective behavior management techniques aimed at encouraging positive behaviors while discouraging undesirable ones.
- Supported children''s social and emotional growth by implementing creative play opportunities and group activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marshall High School- Renaissance Arts Academy
Portland, OR06-2009
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking and organization
- Age-appropriate activities
- Positive reinforcement
- Experience in child development
- Child assessment
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Communicating with parents and teachers
- Promoting social and emotional development
- Supervising classroom activities
- Experience with diverse student populations
- Fluent in Spanish
Accomplishments
- Guest Speaker at the Metropolitan Family Service yearly fundraiser event: A Gathering of Good in 2023
- Interim Program Coordinator while Lead Teacher was hired.
- Participated in workshops and took courses with the Stern Center for Language and Learning.
- Attended OPEC in 2024 - Oregon Parenting Educators Conference
Certification
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Food Handlers Card
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Ready, Set, Go! Program Assistant Coordinator
Metropolitan Family Service
05.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Marshall High School- Renaissance Arts Academy
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