Jillian English
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Teacher 3-K
Stepping Stones Nursery School
09.2022 - Current
- Educated students on core principles using meticulously crafted lesson plans that maximized knowledge retention.
- Fostered a stimulating learning environment by maintaining well-organized and dynamic classroom spaces for daily use.
- Developed thought-provoking lessons, sparking deep conversations among students which ultimately boosted academic performance.
- Established clear objectives for each lesson, ensuring measurable outcomes and facilitating consistent progress tracking.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by holding regular meetings, discussing student performance, concerns, and areas for improvement.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
Babysitter
Self Employed Services
06.2014 - Current
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and encouraging teamwork.
- Managed schedules for multiple children, ensuring timely transportation to extracurricular activities while maintaining open communication with parents regarding scheduling needs.
- Provided compassionate care during emergencies or illness, administering first aid when necessary and communicating promptly with parents regarding any concerns or incidents.
- Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
- Promoted healthy habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children daily.
Teacher assistant
Stepping Stones Nursery School
09.2018 - 09.2022
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
- 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.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in staff meetings, committees, and community outreach initiatives.
- Supported teacher evaluations by gathering data on student progress through formative assessments.
- Prepared classrooms daily for optimal learning conditions including clean spaces, organized supplies, and appropriate technology setup.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Secretary
Ben Bay Realty
06.2015 - 03.2020
- Responsible for opening and closing
- Enhanced office efficiency by streamlining filing systems and organizing documents.
- Facilitated communication between departments for improved collaboration and project success.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling appointments and meetings to optimize time management.
- Maintained accurate records of office expenses, assisting in budget preparation and cost control efforts.
- Implemented new office procedures to improve workflow efficiency while reducing administrative errors.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Children And Youth Studies
Brooklyn College of The City University of New York
Brooklyn, NY05.2022
Skills
- Progress Reporting
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Early Childhood Education
- Arts Integration
- Classroom Instruction
- NYS teaching certificate ( IN PROCESS)
- Critical Thinking
- Inclusive Education
skills and education
Excellent with children, great communication skills, patient and friendly, Creative and adventurous,
Brooklyn College
Major: Children and Youth Studies - Birth through 2nd
September 2017 – May 2022
Kingsborough Community College Brooklyn, NY
Major: Early Childhood education - Birth through 2nd Grade
September 2015 – June 2017
Fontbonne Hall Academy
September 2011 – June 2015
High School Diploma, 09/01/11, 06/01/15
Timeline
Head Teacher 3-K
Stepping Stones Nursery School
09.2022 - Current
Teacher assistant
Stepping Stones Nursery School
09.2018 - 09.2022
Secretary
Ben Bay Realty
06.2015 - 03.2020
Babysitter
Self Employed Services
06.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Children And Youth Studies
Brooklyn College of The City University of New York
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