Jessica Lewin

Northbrook, Illinois, 60062

Jlewin427@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE To secure a position in a special educational setting with a school or organization that will fully utilize and benefit from my proven leadership, commitment to excellence; and to make meaningful contributions in a culture where individual and/or team results are recognized and rewarded with additional responsibility, learning opportunities and career growth EDUCATION NATIONAL LOUIS UNIVERSITY, Wheeling, Illinois Degree awarded March 2010 Master of Arts in Teaching Special Education (student teaching requirement met at Cove School, Northbrook, Ill.) BRADLEY UNIVERSITY, Peoria, Illinois Degree awarded May 2005 Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology WORK EXPERIENCE Tuscany, Wheeling, IL Server Responsible for maintaining server station and ensuring overall guest satisfaction Positive attitude and professionalism at all times Extensive knowledge of Italian foods and wines December 2009-July 2010

Phone: (224) 383-4935

Pinstripes, Northbrook, IL August 2009-October 2009 Server Manage server station which could consist of a varying number of tables, lanes, or courts Responsible for working within a teamwork system to ensure timely greets, first round drinks, table manicures, drink refills, busses, and all around guest satisfaction Positive communication and professionalism at all times TEACHING EXPERIENCE The Cove School, Northbrook, IL Summer School 2011 and 2012 Teacher Developed and taught curricula for high school math, reading, writing, and marine biology. The Cove School, Northbrook, IL September 2010-October 2012 Teachers Assistant Work collaboratively and cooperatively with faculty and students to enhance the learning environment Attend school events and be supportive of faculty and students Be present and engaged in classroom activities Kindercare Learning Center, Vernon Hills, IL Dec. 2008-June 2009 Teacher Nurture and supervise a group of toddlers Utilize monthly thematic units that provide a variety of daily activities and experiences Focus on creative play, language, and sensory exploration Provide daily communication with parents regarding their childs day Early Childhood Center for Innovative Learning, Highland Park, IL Sept. 2005-Dec. 2008 Teachers Aide Create, implement, manage and supervise the day-to-day activities of a diverse group of 10 children Consistently provide individual language developmental guidance, measure progress and implement bar-raising language growth expectations Provide classroom support to teachers Interact with parents in a diplomatic and professional manner Recognized for outstanding job performance after only six months Childrens World, Palatine, IL Teacher Taught 5 year olds and maintained classroom decorum Developed and delivered daily lesson plans (included projects and activities) Supervised outdoor activities Responsible for safety at all times for up to 40 children Jewish Council Youth Services, Buffalo Grove, IL Teachers Aide Sept. 2001-May 2002

Jan. 2001-Aug. 2001

Supervision, safety and care of 2 to 7 year olds Assisted teacher with kindergarten after-school program Parents and childrens point of contact INTERESTS/ACTIVITIES/SKILLS Award-winning Competitive Figure Skater (10 years) Supervise after-school activities in conjunction with NSSRA and co-direct the Gathering Club (an after-school activity club) Proficient in Microsoft Office, Smart Technology and Augmented Assistive Devices