Taylor Jenkins-Thompson
East Orange,NJ
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Government Relations Associate position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher
Kipp Nj
08.2023 - Current
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
Educator
Ascend Schools
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, enhancing student learning through interdisciplinary connections.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and academic growth.
- Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in classroom to enhance learning experience.
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or study groups, promoting intellectual curiosity outside the classroom setting.
- Coordinated community service projects for students, instilling civic responsibility and interpersonal skills development.
Educator
Uncommon Schools
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Education
Master of Arts - Political Science
Virginia Union University
Richmond, VA05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Virginia Union University
Richmond, VA05.2017
Skills
- Student Motivation
- Problem-solving skills
- Student Support
- Classroom Management
- Coalition building
- Volunteer Management
- Nonprofit Management
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Media Relations
Affiliations
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.
- NAACP
Timeline
English Teacher
Kipp Nj
08.2023 - Current
Educator
Ascend Schools
08.2021 - 08.2023
Educator
Uncommon Schools
08.2019 - 06.2021
Master of Arts - Political Science
Virginia Union University
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Virginia Union University
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