Jillian East
Teacher
Levittown,PA
Summary
Compassionate Teacher with distinguished knowledge of child development. Skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments. Committed to keeping up with lesson plans while keeping classrooms fun!
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
ESS Education
12.2023 - Current
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Develop strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
Preschool Early Intervention Teacher
Northeast Community Center for Behavioral Health
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided individualized support for students with diverse learning needs, adapting teaching methods to suit their requirements.
- Improved student engagement by creating interactive and collaborative learning environments.
- Assisted students in achieving their individual academic goals through personalized instruction and support.
- Implemented ongoing assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting instructional approaches as needed.
- Supported the emotional well-being of students by addressing behavioral challenges and providing guidance when needed.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, collaborating on strategies to support their child''s growth and development.
- Maintained open communication with parents and guardians, discussing student performance, behavior, and areas for improvement.
Para Educator
ESS Education
04.2018 - 08.2022
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
- Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and accommodations for special education students.
- Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
Teacher Assistant
A Child's World
11.2018 - 06.2019
- Assisted teacher with supervision and care of group of 18 children.
- Assisted teacher in preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by effectively managing classroom behavior and addressing individual needs.
- Supported teacher in monitoring students during lunch periods, recess, and other non-instructional times to maintain safety and orderliness.
- Prepared classrooms daily for optimal learning conditions including clean spaces, organized supplies, and appropriate technology setup.
- Adhered to classroom protocols to keep areas clean, neat and organized.
- Cultivated core values such as kindness, respect, compassion and integrity within students.
Disability Services Assistant
Eastern University
09.2017 - 02.2018
- Managed and monitored appointment books.
- Assisted managers with documenting accommodations for students with special needs at Eastern University.
- Proctored exams for students with special needs to meet their accomodations.
Education
Bachelor's - Early Childhood Education
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA12.2022
High school or equivalent -
Harry S Truman High School
Levittown, PA06.2016
Skills
- Adaptable
- Creative Thinking
- Relationship Building
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Positive Reinforcement
- Parent Communication
- Special Needs Support
- Differentiated Instruction
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Individual Education Plans
Certification
- First Aid CPR AED, 03/01/23, 03/01/25, First Aid AED certified and CPR certified
- Teaching Certification, 04/01/23, 04/01/29, Instructional 1 Teaching Certifications in General Education grades Pre-K through 4th and Special Education Pre-K through 12th.
Personal Information
Relocation: Anywhere
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
ESS Education
12.2023 - Current
Preschool Early Intervention Teacher
Northeast Community Center for Behavioral Health
01.2023 - 12.2023
Teacher Assistant
A Child's World
11.2018 - 06.2019
Para Educator
ESS Education
04.2018 - 08.2022
Disability Services Assistant
Eastern University
09.2017 - 02.2018
Bachelor's - Early Childhood Education
Temple University
High school or equivalent -
Harry S Truman High School