Jordyn Baughman
Bettendorf,IA
Summary
Dedicated and responsive professional with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification, and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as a role model by using a growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire a love of learning.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Level 2 Field Experience
Hansen Elementary School
Cedar Falls, Iowa
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Conducted small group activities to reinforce learning objectives.
- Encouraged active participation from all students in class discussions.
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
- Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
- Led classroom instruction, engaging students through interactive learning methods.
- Prepared teaching materials and visual aids to support lesson objectives.
- Assisted lead teacher in managing classroom behavior and maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Developed deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing responsibility for student learning.
Level 1 Field Experience
Grant Wood Elementary School
Bettendorf, Iowa
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Collaborated with faculty members to discuss student progress and develop strategies for improvement.
- Conducted classroom observations to assess student performance.
- Monitored student behavior during class sessions.
- Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
Childcare Assistant
Montessori System School
Cedar Falls, Iowa
08.2022 - Current
- Provided safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children.
- Assisted in planning, organizing and implementing age appropriate activities to encourage learning.
- Observed and monitored the safety of all children in care.
- Collaborated with colleagues to provide a high standard of care for each child.
- Encouraged self-expression through various art forms such as music, painting, drawing.
- Ensured compliance with relevant legislation, standards and regulations.
- Read stories, sang songs and taught basic skills such as color recognition and counting numbers.
- Assisted in meal preparation including preparing snacks and drinks.
- Engaged children in meaningful conversations regarding their day-to-day experiences.
- Responded promptly to incidents or emergencies according to established protocols.
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving with age-appropriate playtime activities.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Collaborated daily with classroom teachers to keep activities running smoothly.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
Day Camp Program Manager
City of Bettendorf Parks and Recreation
Bettendorf, Iowa
05.2019 - Current
- Managed program budgets and timelines, ensuring projects stayed on track and within allocated resources.
- Conducted regular meetings with team members to review progress and address any issues or concerns arising from the program execution process.
- Assisted in developing training materials for new hires involved in the program activities.
- Developed and implemented day camp programs for children of all ages, including outdoor activities, educational games, and craft projects.
- Ensured the safety of all campers by supervising staff and creating a safe environment.
- Provided guidance to camp counselors on how to lead activities with children in a positive manner.
- Maintained communication with parents regarding their child's behavior and progress while at the day camp.
- Oversaw disciplinary action when necessary to maintain order among the campers.
- Inspected areas where children were playing to make sure they were free from hazardous materials or debris.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members or between staff members and parents and guardians if needed.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding worker performance or services rendered.
- Promoted positive work environment and staff motivation through effective communication and supportive team building activities.
- Maintained and reviewed records and evaluations of staff, programs and related infrastructure.
- Engaged children in interactive activities and organized arts and crafts, sports games and field trips.
- Scheduled regular staff meeting to discuss curriculum and activities for implementation.
- Reviewed inventory levels and obtained supplies needed for lesson plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA12-2025
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Materials Preparation
- Student Engagement
- Classroom Supervision
- Activity planning and execution
- Parent Communication
- Student Monitoring
- CPR training
- Project Management
- Team Leadership
- Team training and development
- Staff Management
- Activity Planning
Timeline
Level 2 Field Experience
Hansen Elementary School
01.2023 - 03.2023
Childcare Assistant
Montessori System School
08.2022 - Current
Level 1 Field Experience
Grant Wood Elementary School
10.2020 - 12.2020
Day Camp Program Manager
City of Bettendorf Parks and Recreation
05.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Northern Iowa
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