RONNETTE JENNINGS
NEWARK,NJ
Summary
High-energy Assistant Teacher focused on improving students' performance, and student understanding of material. Eager to help struggling students excel. Amicable Residential Assistant with strong
leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Mature and responsible to use sound judgment when making decisions. Knowledge of CPR and basic first aid techniques. Adept at supervising and attending to the needs of clients residing in residence halls.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Assistant
Youth Consultation Service -YCS
01.2024 - Current
- Facilitated conflict resolution between residents when necessary, promoting a harmonious living environment for all occupants.
- Contributed to staff meetings, sharing progress reports and providing suggestions on potential operational improvements.
- Enhanced resident satisfaction by addressing concerns and resolving issues in a timely manner.
- Assisted with move-in and move-out processes, ensuring smooth transitions for new and departing residents.
- Directed resident setback incident reports to appropriate treatment team personnel for remediation.
- Encouraged student participation in community and social university-sponsored programs.
One on OneParaprofessional
Orange Board of Ed
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse learning styles and accessibility requirements of each student.
- She assisted in the development of social skills through group activities and one-on-one coaching.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop personalized education plans for students with special needs.
- Supported students'' emotional well-being by providing a safe and nurturing environment.
- Documented student progress through regular assessments, data collection, and detailed notes.
- Improved student behavior and classroom engagement by establishing clear expectations and consistent routines.
Teacher
Zadies Nurturing Den
03.2019 - 11.2021
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Lead Teacher
Bumblebee Early Learning Center
06.2016 - 06.2018
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
Teacher Assistant
Jamas Children's University
08.2013 - 06.2016
- Responded to student needs and questions promptly.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by effectively managing classroom behavior and addressing individual needs.
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
- Supported teacher in monitoring students during lunch periods, recess, and other non-instructional times to maintain safety and orderliness.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Adhered to classroom protocols to keep areas clean, neat, and organized.
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of scholars.
Teacher Assistant
Camp Vacamas/Quitman Street School
09.2005 - 08.2013
Education
Associate of Arts - Education
Essex County College
01.2019
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson development
- Reporting and documentation
- Key decision making
- Teaching/tutoring
- Safety awareness
- Time management
- Positive learning environment
- Creative imagination stimulation
- Managing classroom for diverse populations
- Conflict Mediation
- Behavior Management
- Daily Living Skills
- Individual Service Plans
- Motivational Skills
- Safe Space Creation
- Student Engagement
- Patient Transport
- Mental Health Support
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Policy Enforcement
- Crisis Management
- Peer Mentoring
- Assertiveness
- Disability Awareness
- Peer Counseling
- Academic Support
Timeline
Residential Assistant
Youth Consultation Service -YCS
01.2024 - Current
One on OneParaprofessional
Orange Board of Ed
01.2023 - 01.2024
Teacher
Zadies Nurturing Den
03.2019 - 11.2021
Lead Teacher
Bumblebee Early Learning Center
06.2016 - 06.2018
Teacher Assistant
Jamas Children's University
08.2013 - 06.2016
Teacher Assistant
Camp Vacamas/Quitman Street School
09.2005 - 08.2013
Associate of Arts - Education
Essex County College
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