Jennifer R. Shoman
Worcester
Summary
Professional educator with strong experience in early childhood education, prepared to foster nurturing and dynamic learning environment. Effective in collaborating with colleagues, adapting to changing classroom needs, and consistently achieving educational goals. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement. Known for reliability, flexibility, and results-driven approach to teaching.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher, Grade 1
Worcester Public Schools
11.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues for curriculum development, sharing best practices and creating interdisciplinary units.
- Utilized formative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly for optimal learning outcomes.
- Enhanced classroom management, establishing a positive learning environment with clear expectations and consistent consequences.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication to support student success both inside and outside the classroom.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
Instructional Assistant
Worcester Public Schools
03.2021 - 11.2024
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons and classroom activities.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
Classroom Teacher
Head Start
09.2017 - 03.2021
- Create environment within classroom that provides safe and nurturing space to learn and grow. Provided within inclusive setting.
- Design and implement weekly lesson plan that aligns with Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework (ELOF), Worcester Public School Scope & Sequence, 2nd Step, supporting individual education plans, supporting dual language learners.
- Plan and implement purposeful small group differentiated instruction, which includes language/literacy, math, science, and social studies.
- Work in partnership with Speech and Language Pathologist, RTI Instructors, and Behavior Specialist to ensure quality and authentic learning environment for all learners, as well as learn and incorporate behavior strategies and tools for individual needs.
- Adhere to all Federal Head Start Performance Standards, Head Start Act, and all applicable local and state regulations and standards.
- Participate in professional development opportunities that support individual, personal and professional goals including those that enhance skills to support school readiness goals of all children and families Remote learning.
- Work cooperatively with teaching assistant, teacher assistant float and/or classroom aide, volunteers, communicate between home and school through email, home visits, parent conferences, or virtual goggle meetings.
Teacher
Little Hands Academy
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Redesigned classroom environment to better suit children’s play styles and energy, as well as meet safety standards
- Created curriculum format for age appropriate learning activities, based on children’s interests, while reflecting MA Teaching Standards
- Compile observations to form assessments of individual children’s developmental growth, and professionally reported information to parents
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to reinforce student participation and hands-on learning.
- Develop and create relationships with students and families, continuing to maintain communication about daily activities and events of day.
Teacher Assistant
Little Hands Academy
06.2015 - 08.2016
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Participated in lesson planning and curriculum implementation to promote quicker rollout and delivery.
- Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Organized classroom library and art areas each day to keep classroom well-maintained.
- Completed and filed daily paperwork for classroom activities, including meal count sheets and attendance logs.
Education
Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
Bay Path University
05-2026
Bachelors Bachelor of Arts - Education
Quinsigamond Community College
Worcester, Ma05.2017
Lead Teacher Certification -
Quinsigamond Community College, The Children’s School
Worcester, Ma06.2015
Associates Degree -
Quinsigamond Community College
Worcester, MA05.2015
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Task oriented
- Effective in verbal and written communication
- Highly organized
- Self motivated
- Ability to multitask
- Application of knowledge to practice
- Excellent time management
- Polite, professional manner
- Curriculum design
- Parent-teacher communication
Timeline
Teacher, Grade 1
Worcester Public Schools
11.2024 - Current
Instructional Assistant
Worcester Public Schools
03.2021 - 11.2024
Classroom Teacher
Head Start
09.2017 - 03.2021
Teacher
Little Hands Academy
08.2016 - 08.2017
Teacher Assistant
Little Hands Academy
06.2015 - 08.2016
Bachelors Bachelor of Arts - Education
Quinsigamond Community College
Lead Teacher Certification -
Quinsigamond Community College, The Children’s School
Associates Degree -
Quinsigamond Community College
Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
Bay Path University
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