Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Interests
Accomplishments
Timeline
Generic

Yolina Owens

Educator, M.S., M.Ed
Williamstown,NJ

Summary

Passionate educator with 14 years of experience in both rural and urban school settings. Proven history of creating engaged classroom environments supporting diverse educational styles and optimum performance to advancement. Skilled in activity coordination, student assessment and record keeping. Caring relationship-builder with a forward-thinking attitude, driven to learn and grow within the school community.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Elementary Classroom Teacher

Catholic Partnership Schools
08.2018 - Current


  • Plan and write lessons according to diocese curriculum, state standards and individual educational plans to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Collaborate with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
  • Participate with parents and teachers to review accommodations and modifications of Individualized Education Plans for students.
  • Encourage students to develop self-esteem and build life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, communication and SEL cultural learning.
  • Keep abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses outside of school requirements and in-service trainings.
  • Taught core subjects of Math, Science, and Religion (5th Grade, St. Joseph Pro Cathedral) and established learning stations to incorporate primary learning age skills (Kindergarten, Sacred Heart School).

Certified New Jersey Substitute Teacher

Insight Education Systems
07.2017 - 08.2018
  • Used Powerschool to maintain detailed records of student progress, attendance and assignments in teachers absence.
  • Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
  • Stood in for 4th Grade teacher for 1 year, maintaining student progress and keeping up with lesson plans.
  • Facilitated assessments, graded assignments, and organized report cards.
  • Met with Principal monthly about student growth objectives.

Director of School and Head Teacher

Kids Of Destiny Learning Center
12.2016 - 08.2017
  • Worked cooperatively with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Fostered team collaboration between 10 grade level teachers by mentoring, hosting staff meetings and scheduling team development to increase overall school experience and encouraging healthy school moral.
  • Train and hire employees.
  • Responsible for collecting time cards, creating employee schedules, ordering school lunch and keeping inventory of nutritional needs.
  • Coordinate school calendar per holidays, vacation and professional development days.
  • Completed daily reports on attendance, wellness checks and disciplinary performances by recommending strategies on helping students get through said challenges.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, activity organization and creating a safe environment.

Elementary Co-Teacher

Early Central Childhood Center
11.2011 - 12.2016
  • Classroom basic skills instructional coach (Guided Reading and Math Tutor)
  • School Communications Chair (event liaison between teachers, administration and principals)
  • Long-term Substitute 1st Grade Inclusion Classroom (attendance, performed DRA Assessments, Lead Fundations and Science Lessons)
  • Worked one to one for student with a 504
  • Completed K-6 Elementary Childhood Student Teaching (Grand Canyon University, Graduated w/Honors, M.Ed)

Education

Masters in Elementary Education K-6 - Elementary Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
08.2014 - 12.2016

Master of Science - Communication Information Management

Baypath College
Long Meadow, MA
08.2007 - 07.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Communication/Marketing Minor

Johnson C Smith University
Charlotte, NC
08.2000 - 05.2004

East Hartford High School
East Hartford, CT
09.1996 - 05.2000

Musical Education - Vocal Performance

Greater Hartford Academy of The Arts High School
Hartford, CT
09.1996 - 05.2000

Skills

  • Safety Awareness
  • Team collaboration and Transitional Support
  • Curriculum integration
  • Program Management and Organization
  • Trauma Facilitation
  • Social and Emotional Learning
  • Classroom management
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Problem-solving skills

Certification

Montessori Primary Age Graduate

Interests

  • Crafting and DIY Projects
  • Supporting STEM education initiatives and mentorship programs
  • Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • Train Travel
  • Creative Writing
  • Performing Arts

Accomplishments

    Connecticut 100 Woman of Color Recipient 2007

    Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated; Social Action Chair of The Year 2013

Timeline

Elementary Classroom Teacher

Catholic Partnership Schools
08.2018 - Current

Certified New Jersey Substitute Teacher

Insight Education Systems
07.2017 - 08.2018

Director of School and Head Teacher

Kids Of Destiny Learning Center
12.2016 - 08.2017

Masters in Elementary Education K-6

12-2016

Masters in Elementary Education K-6 - Elementary Education

Grand Canyon University
08.2014 - 12.2016

Elementary Co-Teacher

Early Central Childhood Center
11.2011 - 12.2016

Master of Science - Communication Information Management

Baypath College
08.2007 - 07.2009

Montessori Primary Age Graduate

08-2007

Bachelor of Arts - Communication/Marketing Minor

Johnson C Smith University
08.2000 - 05.2004

East Hartford High School
09.1996 - 05.2000

Musical Education - Vocal Performance

Greater Hartford Academy of The Arts High School
09.1996 - 05.2000

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Yolina OwensEducator, M.S., M.Ed