Jessica Hunnell
Abingdon,VA
Summary
I excel in my ability to foster student growth and development. I've excelled in roles like Instructional Aide at Abingdon Elementary School, enhancing educational outcomes through individualized instruction and strong collaboration with educators and student families. My ability to multitask and build meaningful relationships with students and their families, coupled with a history of promoting social and emotional development, enables me with the ability to contribute effectively in learning environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Aide
Abingdon Elementary School
Abingdon
08.2023 - Current
- Worked one-on-one with struggling or special education students requiring additional support
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, parents, and other staff members to ensure best practices in the classroom
- Monitored student performance during tests and quizzes while providing guidance when needed
- Provided instructional assistance to students in need of extra help, ensuring they fully understood the material and could apply it effectively
- Assisted teacher in working with students to complete assignments.
- Attend IEP meetings and collaborated with the team help meet identified goals.
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club of Mountain Empire
Abingdon
06.2023 - Current
- Provided one-on-one mentorship to youth in order to encourage positive behavior
- Assisted in the design and implementation of a summer camp curriculum focusing on healthy living habits
- Facilitated group activities that promoted social-emotional learning, teamwork, and conflict resolution skills
- Organized and managed community service projects for students to promote civic engagement.
- Build a supportive and inclusive relationship with all students who attend BGCME.
Childcare Lead Teacher
First Christian Church Childcare
Abingdon
05.2012 - 06.2023
- Strengthened life skills by role modeling and instilling positive attitudes and behaviors
- Build positive and supportive relationships with students and their families
- Increased student satisfaction by observations and adapting teaching to meet individual needs
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence with peer interaction
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills
- Established positive relationships with students and families
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students
- Communicate and collaborate with families and EI team when areas of concern are identified.
- Help implement strategies determined by EI providers.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
ABA Therapist
Blue Mountain Therapy
Abingdon
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Work with supervisors, coworkers, therapist, and families to achieve goals set by supervisors
- Implemented behavior intervention plans, increasing positive behaviors and reduce challenging behaviors
- Maintained neutrality when supporting patients despite difficult behavior
- Addressed client needs by implementing behavior intervention plans
- Monitored and documented client progress using data collection techniques
- Updated records and record behaviors to gain insight on progress towards set goals
- Interacted with clients to assist in gaining insight, defining goals and planning action to achieve set goals
- Implemented individualized treatment plans developed by clinical supervisors to serve patients with diverse needs
- Provided one-on-one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for neurodivergent clients in clinical setting
- Carried out individualized treatment plans based on ABA principles to help clients reach goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Elementary Education
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA, US08.2026
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Early Childhood Development
Southwest Virginia Community College
US12.2024
Career Studies Certificate - Elementary Education
Southwest Virginia Community College
Richlands, VA08-2023
Skills
- Promoting Developmental Areas
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Individualized Instruction
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Communicating with Families
- Relationship Building
- Progress Reporting
- Multitasking Abilities
Certification
Career Studies Certificate in Elementary Education
Accomplishments
- Phi Theta Kappa member
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Instructional Aide
Abingdon Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club of Mountain Empire
06.2023 - Current
ABA Therapist
Blue Mountain Therapy
10.2020 - 02.2021
Childcare Lead Teacher
First Christian Church Childcare
05.2012 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Elementary Education
Old Dominion University
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Early Childhood Development
Southwest Virginia Community College
Career Studies Certificate - Elementary Education
Southwest Virginia Community College
Career Studies Certificate in Elementary Education
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