Jillian Howden

A motivational leader who brings creative, thought-provoking activities to students, adults, and educational organizations. Skilled in multicultural awareness, program development, evaluation and implementation, team building and public speaking. Exceptional soft skills. DISC: High I, High S. Credentialed in Health, PE, Family and Consumer Sciences. Pursuing additional credential in Computer Science.

Enthusiastic and creative individual with solid understanding of student development and learning styles. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with students from diverse backgrounds. Experienced developing engaging lesson plans and assessments to measure student progress.

Board Member: UCLA Hospital Parent Advisory Board Developed initial Multicultural programs and performances with over 20 different cultures and over 300 students; Integrating Healthy Living Program partnership with refugee students as well as other ESL students, connecting them with English speaking companions; Trained groups about budgetary management, prioritization and negotiation skills Volunteered for 3-year training program to integrate inclusivity in schools; Created, directed, marketed and presented educational programs focusing on teenage issues to schools, community agencies and various other professional environments and youth groups throughout Los Angeles