JENNIFER HOLMANS Allen, Texas | (817) 657-2783 | Jenny_lynn62@ymail ______________________________________________ Student Advocacy | Conflict/Issue Resolution | Curriculum Development | Technolo

gy Integration | Team Building Records Management | Differentiated / Interactive Learning | Problem Solving | T ime Management | Multitasking Classroom Management | Assessment/Observation | Lesson Planning | Special Educat ion | Student Motivation - QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY Enthusiastic education professional with seven years of hands-on educational exp erience and a proven history of success leading classroom activities, accurately assessing student needs, and motivating students to achieve their best. Bachelo r of Science with a Texas Alternative Teaching Certification. Honest and dependa ble consummate professional who is passionate about educating young minds and gr owing them into well-rounded, responsible, and successful individuals. Dedicated to presenting information in a wide variety of developmentally-appropriate ways . - CORE COMPETENCIES * Positive team player with excellent communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills * Excels at easily interacting with individuals at all levels and quickly establ ish trusting rapport with students * Computer savvy and proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Prome thean interactive technology * Detail-oriented and places a premium on organization, planning, quality, excel lence, and personal integrity - PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Substitute Teacher, McKinney Independent School District, McKinney, TX 2011 - pr esent Teach (sometimes on a last-minute notice) multiple subjects throughout elementar y school, middle school, and high school. Assess individual student needs and mo dify instruction to meet diverse student needs and learning styles. Provide ment orship and coaching to struggling students. Keep meticulous notes to ensure abse nt teachers are up-to-date about daily classroom activities and progress. Ensure all administrative paperwork is complete and submitted. Support Aide, Bonham Independent School District, Bonham, TX 2009 - 2010 Partnered directly with the teacher to manage classroom activities and prepare i nstructional materials and classroom displays to enhance student learning. Plann ed and facilitated small-group instructional exercises. Worked one-on-one with l ower-level learners to ensure they were prepared for promotion to the next grade level. Quickly resolved behavioral problems. Observed students and then informe d the teacher of special needs or specific student issues. Resource Math Aide (Life Skills 2), Keller Independent School District, Keller, TX 2008 - 2009 Worked alongside special education teachers to manage and oversee daily activiti es in this special education classroom. Analyzed individual student needs and pr ovided students with direct, specialized instruction and assistance with homewor k. Intervened in crisis situations to restrain dangerous students and deter disr uptive student behavior. Worked directly with students with disabilities to mast er established IEP's (Individual Education Plans).

Substitute Teacher, Birdville Independent School District, North Richland Hills, TX 2005 - 2006 Managed daily classroom functions and followed existing lesson plans to keep stu dents active, on track, and engaged. Developed and led educational activities an d modified instruction to meet individual student needs. Collaborated with fello w teachers to share process improvements and instructional best practices. Motiv ated and mentored struggling students. Acted quickly to resolve behavioral probl ems. Created daily logs and progress reports. - EDUCATION ECAP, Texas Alternative Teaching Certification (2008) Passed the ComTExES / ExCET Exam (ELA & Reading, 4th - 8th grade) Passed the TExES / ExCET Exam (EC, 4th Grade Generalist) Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice (3.8 GPA; magma cum laude) - Colorado Tech nical University (2006)