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Work History
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Jessica Borzym

Jessica Borzym

Educator
Lake Geneva WI and Accra GH,WI and Ghana

Summary

Passionate educator with 19 years of experience inspiring engagement and motivation in children and adults. With a background in creative arts and English language acquisition, I encourage creativity and positive thinking so that students can meet their utmost potential. I have experience facilitating learning with individual students, in small group settings, in a classroom, as well as 7 years of teaching online. My skill set encompasses the drive and ability to work independently as well as in collaboration. I hold a track record of persevering through adversity and cultivating joy in my students. Seeking teaching and administrative positions that utilize my assets of being positive, hard-working, and adaptable.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Director

The Ghana Initiative for Trading
Sunyani
07.2022 - Current
  • Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.

Educator

Talking Now
Remote
01.2019 - Current
  • Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
  • Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
  • Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.

Art Instructor

Compassion Road Academy
Denver, CO
12.2013 - 10.2016
  • Developed lesson plans surrounding various types of art, history and culture.
  • Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
  • Planned and executed activities to promote skill and talent development.
  • Assisted students in coming up with and executing detailed final projects for exhibition.

Montessori Educator

Denver Public Schools
Denver, CO
03.2006 - 06.2007
  • Assessed students in accordance with school guidelines, examined assessment data and refined learning plans to differentiate instruction for each student.
  • Developed and implemented individualized learning plans, group lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with instructional guidelines.
  • Worked cooperatively with staff to provide training, support, guidance and constructive feedback.
  • Prepared classroom and materials according to Montessori pedagogy and needs of children.

Education

TEFL Certificate - English

International Open Academy
Dublin, Ireland
09.2020

TESOL Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)

International Open Academy
Dublin, Ireland
08.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Art Education

University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee
Milwakee
09.2004 - 12.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts

University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee
09.2004 - 12.2008

Skills

  • Sales Techniques
  • Team Leadership
  • Budget Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Skills

  • Sales Techniques
  • Team Leadership
  • Budget Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Timeline

Director

The Ghana Initiative for Trading
07.2022 - Current

Educator

Talking Now
01.2019 - Current

Art Instructor

Compassion Road Academy
12.2013 - 10.2016

Montessori Educator

Denver Public Schools
03.2006 - 06.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Art Education

University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee
09.2004 - 12.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts

University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee
09.2004 - 12.2008

TEFL Certificate - English

International Open Academy

TESOL Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)

International Open Academy
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