MONIQUE JEFFERSON
Gilbertsville,PA
Summary
Caring teacher with five years of experience in elementary instruction. Expert in closely monitoring student progress while implementing modern educational techniques into daily practices. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded educations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
The School District of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
11.2018 - Current
- Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences and teacher training workshops
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives
- Used range of instructional approaches and classroom of activities to draw students into material and enhance understanding
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Special Education Assistant
The School District of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
10.2016 - 11.2018
- Provided support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully engage in activities
- Supported students with emotional or behavior concerns and assist them in developing appropriate social skills
- Provided student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments
- Collaborated with teacher to create a customized classroom environment that was integral to students' needs
- Maintained focused learning environments that were inclusive and supportive at all times
- Led teams of interdisciplinary professionals to implement comprehensive action plans
- Documented behaviors, interventions and results.
Youth Mentor
Girls R.U.L.E, Gilbert Spruance Elementary
Philadelphia, PA
11.2013 - 04.2017
- Build self-esteem and motivation in young girls
- Assist program members with setting goals to achieve academic and personal success
- Provided guidance and recommended coping mechanisms for youth dealing with difficult issues
- Maintained strict confidentiality in all situations except when abuse, neglect or threats were evident
- Attended special events acting as a representative of Girls R.U.L.E with the purpose of building relationships with current and future donors
- Enlisted the support of volunteers and collaborated with businesses and community groups
- Assisted girls with daily activities, including, sports and fitness, art and literacy
Assistant Director
Creative Steps Inc
Philadelphia, PA
09.2013 - 11.2016
- Collaborated with the center director to manage day to day operations
- Ensured state mandated teacher to student ratios were met in each classroom
- Monitored and observed staff performances daily
- Conducted yearly performance reviews on all staff
- Completed monthly reports and submitted to state and local regulatory agencies
- Maintained accurate and detailed records, including staff and child files on enrollments, attendance, health and safety, emergency contact information and incident reports
- Maintained budget for accurate accounting of tuition and operating expenses
- Recruited administrators, teachers and support staff
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development
- Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences and direct personal communication.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Gwynedd Mercy University
2018
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Philadelphia University
2013
Skills
- RTI Familiarity
- Emergent Curriculum
- Instructional Methods
- Student-Centered Learning
- Family Involvement
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Classroom management
- Student-centered learning
Timeline
Teacher
The School District of Philadelphia
11.2018 - Current
Special Education Assistant
The School District of Philadelphia
10.2016 - 11.2018
Youth Mentor
Girls R.U.L.E, Gilbert Spruance Elementary
11.2013 - 04.2017
Assistant Director
Creative Steps Inc
09.2013 - 11.2016
Master of Science - Education
Gwynedd Mercy University
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Philadelphia University