Jessica Taylor
College Park,MD
Summary
Reliable and knowledgeable educator with experience developing and delivering engaging lessons. Friendly individual enjoys helping students learn new concepts and subjects.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Second Grade
New Hampshire Estates Elementary School
02.2024 - Current
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing rules and procedures.
- Fostered a positive learning environment with creative lesson planning and hands-on activities, encouraging student engagement.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them towards improved performance and understanding of subject material.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, and assessment data for each student according to district guidelines.
Guidance Counselor
Piney Branch Elementary
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Enhanced student progress by implementing individualized counseling plans and monitoring academic performance.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies for improving student behavior and academic success.
- Assisted students in setting realistic goals, creating action plans, and tracking their achievements.
- Provided support to families by connecting them with relevant resources and guiding them through the college application process.
2nd Grade Teacher
Arcola Elementary
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through consistent communication, leading to increased parental involvement in their child''s education.
- Implemented a positive reward system to motivate students and reinforce good behavior, resulting in a more productive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Early Childhood Education
Washington Adventist University
Takoma Park, MD2016
Diploma -
Bladensburg High School
01.2010
Skills
- Patient
- Attention to detail
- Flexible
- Innovative
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
- Enthusiastic for learning adventures
- Student Engagement
- Student Needs Assessments
- Adaptability
Activities
- Columbia Journal, Staff Writer, Attend meetings, Conduct interviews, Write relevant articles for the paper
- WGTS Radio Station, Volunteer for pledge drive, Answer phone calls, Pack boxes and file documents, Security and stage hands for concerts
- AJ's Limeade, Co-Founder, Sold Limeade during the Summer of 2015 to the people of New York, Buy ingredients to make limeade, Made sure there were enough cups and gallons of limeade, Decorate stand, Make posters and fliers for advertisement, Create, update and monitor social media pages for AJ's Limeade (Facebook and Instagram @ajslimeade)
- Metropolitan SDA Church, Puppeteer for Puppet Ministry, Write scripts that share a biblical message for children's story, Be able to think on feet/impromptu, Hold a puppet properly in order to convey that it is actually talking instead of me
Timeline
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Second Grade
New Hampshire Estates Elementary School
02.2024 - Current
Guidance Counselor
Piney Branch Elementary
11.2023 - 02.2024
2nd Grade Teacher
Arcola Elementary
09.2023 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Early Childhood Education
Washington Adventist University
Diploma -
Bladensburg High School
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