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Jessica Otis

DeKalb

Summary

Future early childhood education teacher with 2 professional years of experience and 7 years of childcare experience. Very experienced in fostering inclusive and engaging learning environments. Experienced in individualized instruction and progress monitoring, leveraging problem-solving and communication skills to enhance student performance and well-being. Passionate about innovative teaching strategies and dedicated to nurturing a supportive and collaborative educational atmosphere.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substitute Teacher, K-12

DeKalb School District 428
12.2024 - Current
  • 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.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.

Personal Shopper/ Cashier

Walmart
03.2021 - 02.2025
  • Placed completed orders in labeled, temperature-appropriate storage pending customer pick up.
  • Consistently met deadlines and quality goals for accuracy and timeliness.
  • Memorized store layouts and planograms to fulfill orders using shortest, most efficient route.
  • Maintained high satisfaction ratings by completing orders quickly and making good selections for customers.

Clinical Student

Lincoln Elementary School
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assisted students individually, enhancing learning and behavior management
  • Led group sessions, fostering engagement and subject comprehension
  • Created educational materials, supporting diverse learning needs
  • Maintained safe, organized environments, promoting effective learning
  • Facilitated engaging lessons for diverse learners, fostering inclusive classroom environment
  • Collaborated with teachers to implement innovative teaching strategies
  • Assessed student progress through data-driven methods, identifying areas for improvement
  • Developed targeted interventions to support individual learning needs
  • Provided compassionate guidance to students, addressing social-emotional needs
  • Established strong relationships with families to enhance student success
  • Implemented behaviour management techniques, resulting in improved classroom dynamics
  • Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at boosting academic performance

ITI Tutor

Northern Illinois University
02.2024 - 06.2024

Conduct individual and group tutoring, enhancing student performance through tailored lessons.


Develop educational materials and assessments, fostering independent study and

understanding.


Maintain current knowledge of educational trends, utilizing diverse methods to improve

learning.


Evaluate student progress, providing feedback and adapting methods to individual learning

styles.


Create a collaborative learning environment, encouraging open communication and

engagement.

Clinical Student

Dekalb Early Learning and Development Center
09.2023 - 11.2023

Guide individual students, improving learning outcomes and behavior management.

Conduct group sessions, enhancing engagement and understanding of subjects.

Develop educational materials, addressing diverse learning requirements.

Ensure safe, organized environments, facilitating effective learning.

Monitor activities, ensuring safety and fostering positive interactions.

Cashier/Stocker Associate

Family Dollar
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Great Cashier Experience/Customer service
  • Created a safe environment for customers and as well as associates
  • Performed other duties as assigned by management
  • Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors
  • Collaborated with employees to operate the store efficiently and efficiently
  • Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit
  • Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change
  • Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers

Forward Momentum Camp, One Summer Chicago
07.2020 - 08.2020
  • Choreographed dance routines appropriate for age group and skill level
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance
  • Coordinated with choreographers to enhance and refine movements to properly enact intended vision

Student Poll Worker

Chicago Board of Elections
03.2020 - 03.2020
  • Greeted visitors, ensuring a welcoming environment and efficient ballot issuance
  • Organized office supplies to maintain seamless operations and timely replenishment
  • Set up and maintained polling equipment, ensuring smooth and secure voting process
  • Monitored compliance with election procedures, enhancing security and integrity
  • Identified and mitigated safety hazards, safeguarding team and equipment

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education

Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL

High School Diploma -

Chicago Military Academy
Chicago, IL
06.2021

Skills

  • Supervision
  • Organization
  • Team building
  • Routine management
  • Time management
  • Customer service
  • Problem resolution
  • Team management
  • Childcare
  • Equipment Management
  • Lesson Planning
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Individual Tutoring
  • Activity-Based Learning
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Small Group Support
  • Curriculum development
  • Engagement strategies
  • Assessment design
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Lesson implementation
  • Classroom and activity supervision
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • First Aid/CPR/AED
  • Multi-subject instruction

Certification

  • Substitute teaching license, 01/01/24, Present
  • Mandated Reporter, 01/01/23, Present
  • First aid and CPR, 01/01/24, Present

Personal Information

Title: Student and Educator

Timeline

Substitute Teacher, K-12

DeKalb School District 428
12.2024 - Current

Clinical Student

Lincoln Elementary School
09.2024 - 12.2024

ITI Tutor

Northern Illinois University
02.2024 - 06.2024

Clinical Student

Dekalb Early Learning and Development Center
09.2023 - 11.2023

Cashier/Stocker Associate

Family Dollar
05.2021 - 08.2021

Personal Shopper/ Cashier

Walmart
03.2021 - 02.2025

Forward Momentum Camp, One Summer Chicago
07.2020 - 08.2020

Student Poll Worker

Chicago Board of Elections
03.2020 - 03.2020

High School Diploma -

Chicago Military Academy
  • Substitute teaching license, 01/01/24, Present
  • Mandated Reporter, 01/01/23, Present
  • First aid and CPR, 01/01/24, Present

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education

Northern Illinois University
Jessica Otis