Jessica Jenkins
York,PA
Summary
Proactive and caring human services worker with 18 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
Aldersgate Amazing Adventures
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted and supervised 10 children through instruction period.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child's progress.
- Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines and supported children's social and emotional development
Educational Consultant
SPEC, Inc
10.2015 - Current
- Facilitated professional learning communities among faculty members, fostering a collaborative environment that promoted ongoing growth and development.
- Provided technical assistance in Pyramid Model Implementation to educators and stakeholders
- Provided training to stakeholders on essential topics related to Pyramid Model Implementation
- Coached providers on supporting their employees
- Instructed educators and quality coaches on Pyramid Model Implementation
- Assessed and interpreted data for early childhood programs
Special Instruction/Behavior Intervention Specialist
Early Intervention Specialists
10.2008 - Current
- Developed individualized behavior plans to address specific needs of students.
- Improved classroom dynamics by implementing effective intervention strategies.
- Conducted assessments for identifying behavioral challenges and planning interventions.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to create supportive environments for students.
- Provided individualized supports for parents and their children to improve relationships
- Connected families with resources within the community
- Collaborated with other providers to support children and their families
Counselor
Dover Area School District
01.2009 - 06.2012
- Provided in classroom support in Alternative Education setting
- Engaged students in one on one counseling supports as needed
- Assisted program director with truancy reports
- Assisted program director with homebound students needs
- Facilitated communication between administrators, teaching staff, and students for problem solving
Case Coordinator
Catholic Charities Intensive Family Services
05.2006 - 01.2009
- Acted as an advocate for clients when necessary, ensuring their needs were met and their voices heard throughout the case management process.
- Managed over 20 assigned cases at a time
- Oversaw direct support staff during work with shared cases.
- Safeguarded client confidentiality by adhering to strict privacy guidelines and maintaining secure records management practices.
- Regularly facilitated communication with community agencies and reported findings and progress updates to local court systems.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Infant Mental Health
Chatham University
Pittsburgh, PABachelor of Arts - Psychology
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Shippensburg, PA05-2006
Skills
- Excellent Communicator
- Responsive to clients' needs
- Excels at building relationships
- Able to Multi task
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
Aldersgate Amazing Adventures
08.2023 - Current
Educational Consultant
SPEC, Inc
10.2015 - Current
Counselor
Dover Area School District
01.2009 - 06.2012
Special Instruction/Behavior Intervention Specialist
Early Intervention Specialists
10.2008 - Current
Case Coordinator
Catholic Charities Intensive Family Services
05.2006 - 01.2009
Graduate Certificate - Infant Mental Health
Chatham University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
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