Jessica Hodgkin
Orillia,Canada
Summary
Passionate classroom teacher dedicated to fostering a positive learning environment. Experienced in curriculum development, lesson planning, and student assessment. Skilled in promoting student engagement and academic success through innovative teaching methods and personalized instruction to promote inclusivity.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Summer Camp Classroom Teacher/Before and After School Care Assistant
Orillia Central Preschool
Orillia, ON
05.2024 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging daily and weekly activity plans tailored to the age group and promoting creativity, inquiry, and exploration.
- Supervised groups of children in a classroom and outdoor camp setting, ensuring safety, inclusion, and active participation.
- Provided individualized support to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) within an inclusive classroom, adapting activities and communication strategies to meet diverse needs.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress, behaviour, and daily activities.
Server
Couchiching Brewing Company/ Brewery Bay
Orillia, ON
08.2024 - 07.2025
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance guest experiences.
- Managed food and drink orders efficiently during peak hours.
Supply-teacher/ classroom assistant
Kids Come First Childcare Centre
Guelph, ON
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Experienced Classroom Assistant in daycare setting, dedicated to supporting early childhood education (Aged infants- preschool).
- Assisted teachers with daily activities, ensuring a safe and engaging learning environment for children.
- Skilled in facilitating age-appropriate educational and recreational activities, fostering positive relationships with children, and ensuring their well-being.
- Facilitated inclusion for a young boy with ASD, promoting classroom inclusivity while supporting staff in management.
Bartender
The Stampede Ranch
Guelph, Ontario
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Strong multitasking and communication skills, accompanied with a friendly and customer-focused demeanour.
- Proficient in maintaining a clean and organized bar, managing customer interactions, and ensuring a positive experience in the establishment.
- Able to work efficiently in fast-paced environments while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
COVID- 19 Office Screener
Dr. Nagle and Dr. Chan Periodontist Dental Office
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Duties included warmly greeting patients, taking temperatures with a thermal thermometer, completing COVID- 19 screening questions, and ensuring mask wearing adherence of all individuals entering the building.
Graduate Respiratory Therapist
Windsor Regional Hospital Ouellette campus
03.2020 - 09.2020
- Functioned independently as a Respiratory Therapist in general wards, ICU, and Emergency department, providing critical respiratory care and support to diverse patient populations.
Undergraduate Respiratory Therapy Employee
Windsor Regional Hospital Ouellette campus
03.2020 - 09.2020
- Assisted Respiratory Therapists in patient care in the ICU as well as in the Emergency department.
Education
Bachelor of Education - P/J program
Lakehead University
Orillia, ON03-2026
Honours - History
University of Guelph
06-2024
Graduate - Respiratory Therapy
St. Clair College
06-2020
Secondary School Diploma -
Sandwich Secondary School
01-2017
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Educational assessment
- Inclusion strategies
- Effective communication
- Child development knowledge
Certification
• Canadian Red Cross First Aid & CPR/AED level C (BL), 2023
• Perri-Med Healthcare Professional HCP-C CPR certified, 2019
• Perri-Med Healthcare Professional HCP-C CPR certified, 2019
Awards And Acknowledgements
- University of Guelph Academic distinction, 12/21
- Recipient of Faculty Academic Award for St. Clair College’s Respiratory Therapy graduating class of 2020
- Recognized by the Royal Arcanum for Athletics, 2016-2017
- OFSAA Wrestling Champion, 2017
Timeline
Server
Couchiching Brewing Company/ Brewery Bay
08.2024 - 07.2025
Summer Camp Classroom Teacher/Before and After School Care Assistant
Orillia Central Preschool
05.2024 - Current
Supply-teacher/ classroom assistant
Kids Come First Childcare Centre
05.2023 - 05.2024
Bartender
The Stampede Ranch
03.2022 - 03.2024
COVID- 19 Office Screener
Dr. Nagle and Dr. Chan Periodontist Dental Office
12.2020 - 08.2021
Graduate Respiratory Therapist
Windsor Regional Hospital Ouellette campus
03.2020 - 09.2020
Undergraduate Respiratory Therapy Employee
Windsor Regional Hospital Ouellette campus
03.2020 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Education - P/J program
Lakehead University
Honours - History
University of Guelph
Graduate - Respiratory Therapy
St. Clair College
Secondary School Diploma -
Sandwich Secondary School