Jessica Bohnenkamp
West Point,IA
Summary
Energetic PreK Associate at Holy Trinity Catholic Schools with a proven track record in classroom management and student assessment. Successfully created engaging learning experiences, fostering academic growth through positive reinforcement and collaborative teaching. Recognized for enhancing student participation and effectively resolving conflicts, ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PreK Associate
Holy Trinity Catholic Schools
West Point , Iowa
08.2021 - Current
- Prepared visual aids for classroom activities and assisted with audiovisual equipment setup.
- Intervened when necessary to de-escalate conflicts between students or with staff.
- Created positive learning experiences through engaging classroom activities.
- Monitored student behavior in the hallways, cafeteria, and playgrounds.
- Tutored individual students or small groups in areas of academic difficulty.
- Conducted assessments of student needs in order to develop appropriate interventions.
- Assisted with clerical tasks including filing documents, photocopying materials.
- Conducted small group instruction on topics such as study skills and conflict resolution.
- Provided additional support to struggling students in math, reading, and writing.
- Assisted classroom teachers with lesson preparation and materials organization.
- Collaborated with school staff to ensure a safe learning environment for students.
- Helped supervise recess times to ensure that all students were participating safely.
- Kept students safe in classroom and outside environments.
- Maintained focused, inclusive, and supportive learning environments.
- Prepared visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to foster learning.
- Planned and led activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
- Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students.
- Assisted with the organization and implementation of classroom projects and events.
- Conducted reading and math interventions under the supervision of a certified teacher.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to lead teacher.
- Supported classroom teacher with daily instruction and management of student activities.
- Prepared classroom materials and educational resources for daily lessons.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt materials to meet diverse learning needs.
- Prepared handouts, study materials and other teaching aids.
- Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
Teacher's Assistant
Little Scholars Montessori
West Point , IA
08.2017 - 05.2020
- Assessed student learning styles and understanding of material to redirect and optimize teaching strategies.
- Laminated teaching materials to increase durability under repeated use.
- Assisted in planning and implementing lesson plans in accordance with state curriculum standards.
- Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students.
- Assisted in organizing and supervising school events and field trips.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Implemented classroom rules and procedures to maintain discipline and order.
- Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms, and coordinated documents for teachers.
- Supported classroom teacher in managing a diverse classroom of students.
- Managed the distribution and collection of textbooks and other teaching materials.
- Provided clerical support to teachers, including photocopying, filing, and organizing instructional resources.
- Facilitated small group learning activities to reinforce lesson objectives.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and teachers.
- Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts.
- Helped teachers with material generation, lesson plan development, class preparation, scheduling, exam distribution and student mentoring.
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Acted as a liaison between students and faculty, facilitating communication and understanding.
- Notified instructors of errors or problems with assignments.
- Assisted faculty members or staff with student conferences.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
William Penn University
Oskaloosa, IA12-2025
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Positive reinforcement
- Conflict resolution
- Collaborative teaching
- Effective communication
- Parental engagement
- Engaging instruction
- Attention to detail
Certification
- K-8 Reading Endorsement
Timeline
PreK Associate
Holy Trinity Catholic Schools
08.2021 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Little Scholars Montessori
08.2017 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
William Penn University
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