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Jill Harris

Arcadia

Summary

Dedicated Educator with extensive experience in implementing engaging curricula and managing diverse classroom environments. Skilled in fostering relationships with parents and mentoring new teachers to enhance educational outcomes. Committed to supporting student growth and improving the quality of life for elderly clients and their families.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Office Support Associate

BC Appraisers
Arcadia, FL
12.2022 - Current
  • Manage scheduling and coordination of appointments for appraisals and inspections.
  • Managed incoming and outgoing calls, documenting accurate messages to ensure effective communication.

Scheduled appointments for appraisals, optimizing time management and improving client satisfaction.

Lead Toddler Teacher

Primrose Preschool at Wellen Park
Venice, FL
08.2025 - 07.2026
  • Facilitated daily activities promoting physical, social, and cognitive development in young children, enhancing their overall growth.
  • Managed classroom routines effectively to maintain structure and promote positive behavior among children.
  • Implemented, school provided, curriculum in a fun, engaging and age appropriate manner.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, resulting in increased involvement in their child's education.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding child safety and educational standards.
  • Assisted in training new staff members on classroom management techniques and educational practices.
  • Documented children's behavior and development, enabling effective tracking of progress and maintaining accurate records.
  • Provided children with opportunities for outdoor discovery to enhance their learning experience.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety by sanitizing toys and play equipment on a daily basis.

Lead Teacher

Salvation Army Preschool
Venice, FL
09.2024 - 12.2025
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
  • Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
  • Collaborated in creating a balanced curriculum for multi-age students, enhancing learning opportunities across diverse age groups.
  • Organized and optimized classroom layout to ensure safety and efficiency for multi-age students, fostering a conducive learning environment.
  • Engaged with parents regularly to share updates on student growth and progress, providing strategies for at-home reinforcement to support struggling learners.
  • Maintained compliance with state regulations and organizational policies regarding child safety and education standards.

Coordinated efforts for school closure resulting from insufficient student enrollment, ensuring transparency with families. My employment started months before the first child was enrolled and started in the program.

Care Professional

Home Instead Senior Care Home
Venice, FL
01.2024 - 02.2025
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship by providing meaningful conversation, socialization, and engaging activities.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with family members through regular updates on their loved ones' status during their time under my care.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.

Education

Two Associates - Elementary Education And Early Education

University of Central Florida
Orlando

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Scheduling appointments
  • Organizing and categorizing
  • Time management
  • Prioritizing work
  • Verbal communication
  • Written communication
  • Strong problem solver
  • Dedicated team player
  • Positive attitude
  • Workplace professionalism
  • Valid Driver's license

Timeline

Lead Toddler Teacher

Primrose Preschool at Wellen Park
08.2025 - 07.2026

Lead Teacher

Salvation Army Preschool
09.2024 - 12.2025

Care Professional

Home Instead Senior Care Home
01.2024 - 02.2025

Office Support Associate

BC Appraisers
12.2022 - Current

Two Associates - Elementary Education And Early Education

University of Central Florida