Jina Harman
Piperton,Tennessee
Summary
Motivated and accomplished educator with a proven track record of fostering student success and cultivating engaging learning environments. Leveraging strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills developed in the classroom, I am now seeking a challenging role in a sales or customer facing role where I can apply my passion for relationship-building and drive for achieving goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Preschool Teacher
Incarnation Catholic preschool
Collierville, TN
08.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies to meet the needs of special education students.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Led or moderated classroom discussions and guided exploratory thought.
- Read stories aloud to young learners while promoting literacy skills through interactive questioning techniques.
- Differentiated classroom and small group instruction to meet needs of students with various learning styles and abilities.
- Prepared lesson plans for various age groups in accordance with the curriculum guidelines.
- Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Organized classroom activities, games and tasks to enhance interactive learning experience.
- Organized materials necessary for daily activities such as art projects or science experiments.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity and interests.
- Planned and facilitated activities that promote physical, social, emotional and cognitive development of preschoolers.
- Encouraged positive behavior through verbal praise, rewards and other appropriate methods of discipline.
- Communicated with lead teacher to execute priorities for school day and ongoing lesson plans.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Incorporated technology into lessons to enhance learning opportunities.
- Followed established lesson plans to continue learning trajectory.
- Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement class presentations.
- Worked one-on-one with struggling students to help them understand difficult concepts or complete assignments.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Incarnation Catholic School
Collierville, TN
08.2013 - 05.2018
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Observed children to record development.
- Utilized technology such as interactive white boards to enhance learning opportunities for students.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student in the class.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Participated in professional development activities related to early childhood education.
- Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
- Incorporated music, art and theater into lesson planning.
- Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
- Integrated technology into lesson plans.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
- Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities to promote physical, emotional, cognitive, and social growth of students.
- Supervised recess periods ensuring safety for all students at all times.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Incorporated multiculturalism into lesson plans so that children could appreciate cultural diversity.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Created lesson plans that incorporated music, art, literature, math, science and language arts into the curriculum.
- Implemented appropriate disciplinary measures when necessary while maintaining a safe learning environment.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance and grades for all students in the class.
Second Grade Teacher
Macon Hall elementary
CORDOVA, TN
01.2003 - 06.2004
- Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Communicated objectives for lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Participated in weekly faculty meetings by providing updates on departmental goals or objectives.
- Implemented appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary while ensuring compliance with school policies and procedures.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
- Graded projects, exams and assignments to track student progression.
- Enforced discipline on campus and during off-campus school trips following code of conduct and student handbook.
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
- Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.
- Arranged classrooms to facilitate optimal education for student groups.
- Graded student papers and assignments to track student progression.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Evaluated and improved classroom environment to promote ultimate learning experiences.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Maintained an open line of communication with administrators regarding curriculum implementation and program initiatives.
- Utilized behavior management skills to foster environment conducive to student learning.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Worked with teachers to design interactive lessons and increase student success.
- Researched books and supplemental materials to use with lesson plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN05-2002
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum Development
- Differentiated Instruction
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Technology Integration
- Time Management
- Cultural Competence
Timeline
Substitute Preschool Teacher
Incarnation Catholic preschool
08.2021 - Current
Preschool Lead Teacher
Incarnation Catholic School
08.2013 - 05.2018
Second Grade Teacher
Macon Hall elementary
01.2003 - 06.2004
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Memphis
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