Jennifer May
Dublin
Summary
Recently credentialed educator with numerous years of experience volunteering and working in a variety of classrooms. Prepared to start my career and make meaningful contributions to my students lives by promoting learning in a positive educational environment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Assistant
San Ramon Valley Unified School District
Danville, CA
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with teachers to implement instructional strategies and materials effectively.
- Supported classroom management to enhance learning environment and student engagement.
- Facilitated small group activities, promoting peer interaction and collaborative learning.
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions based on specific skill sets or subject matter, boosting overall student achievement levels.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
Volunteer
School and Community
Dublin, CA
12.2009 - 06.2024
- Coordinated school and team events and programs to enhance student engagement and support fundraising initiatives.
- Fireworks booth coordinator for Murray Elementary and Briarhill Swim Team
- Board member for Murray Elementary PFC, Wells PFC, Briarhill Swim Team
- Library volunteer for Murray Elementary and Wells Middle School
- Fundraising coordinator for Murray Elementary (spell-a-thon, jog-a-thon)
- Team Parent and fundraising coordinator for Dublin High Cheer Team
- Classroom volunteer for 2nd grade at Murray Elementary during 2022 school year
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Dublin Unified School District
Dublin, CA
03.2015 - 06.2023
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Operations Manager
Jordan, Miller & Associates
San Francisco, CA
01.2004 - 12.2009
- Established standard operating procedures to enhance compliance and ensure consistency in operations.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to align operational strategies with organizational goals and objectives.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Led initiatives to enhance customer engagement through personalized service strategies.
- Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy, and resolving problems swiftly.
Education
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ12-2025
Master of Arts - Anthropology
California State University
Hayward, CA06-1999
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
California State University
Hayward, CA06-1998
Skills
- Dedicated, reflective, and compassionate educator
- Passionate about student engagement and learning
- Adaptable and energetic teacher
- Effective at differentiating instruction to meet diverse learning needs
- Effective team collaborator
- Strong, clear communicator
Certification
AZ DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Standard Professional Elementary K-8 Credential
Structured English Immersion Endorsement, PreK-12
CA COMMISSION ON TEACHER CREDENTIALING
30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit
CBEST Test Passed
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
San Ramon Valley Unified School District
08.2023 - 06.2025
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Dublin Unified School District
03.2015 - 06.2023
Volunteer
School and Community
12.2009 - 06.2024
Operations Manager
Jordan, Miller & Associates
01.2004 - 12.2009
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Arizona State University
Master of Arts - Anthropology
California State University
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
California State University