Jessica Trunk
Graduate
Portage,Indiana
Summary
Focused graduate student pursuing degree in Elementary Studies and experienced as Teaching Assistant. Highly organized and adept in multitasking, leading classroom discussions and mentoring students. Comfortable leading classroom instruction or lab experiences.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional/Teacher's Aide
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Previously employed with Portage Township Schools at Crisman Elementary School.
- Duties included assisting students in one-on-one settings or small groups, as well as overseeing lunch/recess.
Concierge
04.2018 - 09.2018
- Part time concierge at Brentwood at Hobart.
- Responsible for answering phones with exceptional customer service, directing families to appropriate departments, sorting mail, keeping residents informed of activities and daily happenings at the facility as needed.
Dietary Aide
11.2016 - 09.2018
- Formerly employed as dietary aide within the company of Brentwood at Hobart with Ridgeline Management Services.
- Tasks include minor prep work of salads and desserts, serving and assisting residents during mealtimes, maintaining cleanliness of dining areas and kitchen.
Sweet Peaz Diaper Service
04.2013 - 11.2016
- Employment starts as an assistant to the owner in laundering, inventory count, and delivery of product before purchasing and owning company in 2014 then tasks also included recording keeping, invoicing customers, and inventory ordering.
Indiana WIC Peer Counselor
08.2011 - 09.2012
- Assisted pregnant and new mothers in learning to breastfeed.
- Kept detailed paper records and input into computer system.
- Meetings conducted via phone and in person.
- Taught pregnancy and breastfeeding classes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Portage High School
Portage, IN 08.2005 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Studies
Western Governor’s University
06.2019 - 06.2021
Skills
Student safety
Student assessments
Student Support
One-to-One Instruction
Behavior Management
Classroom Organization
Student Supervision
Mentoring students
Grading assignments
Individual and group instruction
Special education
Affiliations
Volunteer Work
Currently serving as Cub Master for local Portage Cub Scout Pack 487. Member of the Membership Committee for BSA LaSalle Council, and district STEM coordinator.
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Studies
Western Governor’s University
06.2019 - 06.2021
Paraprofessional/Teacher's Aide
10.2018 - 06.2019
Concierge
04.2018 - 09.2018
Dietary Aide
11.2016 - 09.2018
Sweet Peaz Diaper Service
04.2013 - 11.2016
Indiana WIC Peer Counselor
08.2011 - 09.2012
High School Diploma -
Portage High School
08.2005 - 01.2009