Jill Hewitson
Bloomington,MN
Summary
I enjoy teaching children and preparing lesson plans that are rich in content and provide hands-on applications. Visuals, manipulatives, computer games, and activities are chosen to enhance learning and retention. A safe and colorful environment is developed with areas for calming, creativity, and curriculum. Working with other teachers, paraprofessionals, administrators and parents is key in the development and growth for each child and communication is imperative. Teaching is intuitive and patience, encouragement, calm consistency, and humor, are my strengths for success when it comes to children, and especially, Special Needs.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional for Autistic Children
Bloomington ISD #271
Bloomington, MN
08.2016 - Current
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Implemented practice exercises and used repetition, enabling students to grasp new concepts quickly.
Social Studies Teacher for Homeschool Cooperatives
KNEEL Co-op, Southern Cross Co-op, Grace Co-op
Burnsville, Apple Valley, Lakeville, MN
09.2007 - 05.2015
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Developed instructional aids for classroom use and encouraged student participation.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment to supplement presentations.
- Discussed important historical figures, dates and events which helped shape modern world.
- Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning.
Teacher
West St. Paul School District
West St. Paul, MN
08.1986 - 06.1996
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
Education
No Degree - Bible And Missions
Holsby Brunn Capernwray School
SwedenBachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northwestern College
Roseville, MN05.1985
Skills
- School Policy and Rules Enforcement
- Curriculum-Based Lessons
- Classroom Management
- Reinforcing Learning Concepts
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Small Group Support and Assistance
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
Certification
I have maintained my K-6 MN Teaching License
PCA/CFSS Support Worker Training Certificate
Member of our Neighborhood Book Club and sing in Two Rivers Chorale
Neighborhood Book Club meets once a month and discusses a different book each time chosen by the members.
Two Rivers Chorale draws talent from the community and meets weekly in preparation for 4-6 concerts a year.
Timeline
Paraprofessional for Autistic Children
Bloomington ISD #271
08.2016 - Current
Social Studies Teacher for Homeschool Cooperatives
KNEEL Co-op, Southern Cross Co-op, Grace Co-op
09.2007 - 05.2015
Teacher
West St. Paul School District
08.1986 - 06.1996
No Degree - Bible And Missions
Holsby Brunn Capernwray School
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northwestern College
I have maintained my K-6 MN Teaching License
PCA/CFSS Support Worker Training Certificate
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