Jean Hollingworth
Victoria,BC
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Christ Church Cathedral Educational Society
Victoria, BC
09.2017 - Current
- Organized and led educational activities, field trips and special events to enhance student learning.
- Encouraged students to develop critical thinking skills through problem solving exercises.
- Conducted parent-teacher meetings to discuss progress of students.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, behaviour and other pertinent information for each student.
- Established positive relationships with parents by communicating regularly about their children's academic performance and behavior issues.
- Created an environment conducive to learning by displaying enthusiasm for teaching tasks.
- Fostered a healthy classroom culture where diversity was respected and celebrated.
- Incorporated visual aids into lessons to reinforce concepts taught in class.
- Participated in professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops related to education topics.
- Created interactive classroom atmosphere to maintain student interest and facilitate learning.
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
Junior Kindergarten Manager
Christ Church Educational Society
Victoria, BC
09.2012 - 06.2015
- Developed and implemented innovative strategies to ensure a safe and secure learning environment for preschoolers.
- Oversaw the hiring of qualified staff members, including teachers and classroom aides.
- Organized professional development opportunities for faculty and staff.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to parents on their child's educational growth.
- Coordinated field trips, special events, and other extracurricular activities for preschoolers.
- Maintained detailed records of student attendance, academic progress reports, disciplinary actions taken against students.
- Provided guidance to teachers on lesson planning and instructional strategies that would lead to better learning outcomes among students.
- Reviewed applications from prospective families interested in enrolling their children into the program.
- Oversaw day-to-day activities of preschool.
- Wrote newsletters and email to communicate monthly activity schedules to parents.
- Handled admission and placement of new students.
- Inspected facility and activities to monitor safety, sanitation and procedures.
Preschool Teacher
Lollipops Educare
Napier, New Zealand
09.2011 - 06.2012
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
- Provided individual attention to each student as needed during class time.
- Monitored student behavior to ensure compliance with rules and expectations set forth by school administration.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers on various projects related to curriculum design and implementation.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for early childhood education.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing and crafts.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Christ Church Cathedral Educational Society
Victoria, BC
09.2005 - 06.2009
- Provided instruction in math, language arts, science and social studies to a class of 25 fourth grade students.
- Assessed student performance through informal observations, formal tests, and portfolio reviews.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and provide feedback.
- Served as an advisor for after school clubs such as chess club, art club, and debate team.
- Organized field trips related to course topics in order to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Attended professional development workshops focused on curriculum alignment, assessment tools, teaching strategies.
- Coordinated extra-curricular activities such as plays, assemblies or special events related to holidays or cultural celebrations.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
GAP Program
Lord Mayor Treloar School
Alton, Hampshire, England
09.1999 - 07.2000
- Assisted with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming.
- Transported clients to medical appointments and other necessary errands.
- Encouraged independence while providing assistance when needed.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals including nurses, doctors, dieticians., in order to ensure comprehensive care.
- Facilitated group activities aimed at providing an enjoyable experience for all participants.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
University of Victoria
Victoria 06-2005
Elementary Education Transfer Program - Elementary Education
Camosun College
Victoria, BC09-1998
High School Diploma -
St. Michaels University School
Victoria, BC06-1998
Skills
- Mathematics Instruction
- Child Development
- Arts Integration
- Project-Based Learning
- Excellent Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Early Education Specialist
- Parent Communication
Accomplishments
- Achieved bronze, silver, and gold standard of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award. Was awarded the gold standard by HRH Prince Edward
- graduated with distinction from the bachelor of education program, UVIC
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Christ Church Cathedral Educational Society
09.2017 - Current
Junior Kindergarten Manager
Christ Church Educational Society
09.2012 - 06.2015
Preschool Teacher
Lollipops Educare
09.2011 - 06.2012
Fourth Grade Teacher
Christ Church Cathedral Educational Society
09.2005 - 06.2009
GAP Program
Lord Mayor Treloar School
09.1999 - 07.2000
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
University of Victoria
Elementary Education Transfer Program - Elementary Education
Camosun College
High School Diploma -
St. Michaels University School
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