Jessica Wilcox
Morrisville
Summary
Energetic and motivated individual seeking to start a foundation in a field that inspires me. Demonstrates strong organizational and communication abilities, with keen understanding of how to create collaborative and supportive spaces. Looking to transition to new field, applying these transferable skills to foster growth and success in a dynamic setting.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Pennsbury School District
09.2022 - Current
- Oversee students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improve classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervise students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Foster a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Enhance student engagement by implementing interactive learning activities.
- Take part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
Morning Care & After Care Aide
PRINCETON EDUCATIONAL
11.2021 - Current
- Organized materials for hands-on learning experiences that encouraged creativity and exploration in various subject areas.
- Supported the emotional well-being of children by providing nurturing care and addressing individual needs.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
School Aide
Pennsbury School District
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Documented student behaviors, interventions and outcomes to enable lead teacher and principal to address pertinent issues.
- Structure in classroom, during indoor recess.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Set and enforced rules to maintain children's safety and created welcoming, caring environments for all children
- Completed these following courses, Child Abuse and Mandatory Reporting, Educator Discipline Act, Sexual Misconduct and Maintaining Professional Boundaries, Sexual Harassment: Staff-to-Staff, and Teachers and Staff: Personal Skills for Inclusive Classroom.
Jr. Graphic Designer/Production Assistant
The Ginger Companies
01.2020 - 08.2021
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Developed creative design for marketing packages, including print materials, brochures, banners and signs.
- Designed videos for social media, advertising and informational purposes.
- Managed updates to company websites as needed.
- Responded to Emails
- Attended marketing meetings
- Enhanced brand visibility by designing eye-catching marketing materials for client.
Camp Counselor
Falls Township
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Supervised field trips while following all established safety guidelines.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers.
- Encouraged campers' artistic skills development and creative expression through arts and crafts.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
Education
Associate of Arts - In Progress
Bucks County Community College
Newtown, PAHigh School Diploma -
Conwell-Egan Catholic High School
Fairless Hills, PA06.2019
Skills
- Customer engagement
- Organization, prioritizing, and multi-tasking
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Group Supervision
- First Aid and CPR
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Safety Guidelines and Procedures
- Classroom support
- Documentation
- Small group and individual assistance
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Computer skills
- Social media marketing
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Pennsbury School District
09.2022 - Current
Morning Care & After Care Aide
PRINCETON EDUCATIONAL
11.2021 - Current
School Aide
Pennsbury School District
11.2021 - 11.2022
Jr. Graphic Designer/Production Assistant
The Ginger Companies
01.2020 - 08.2021
Camp Counselor
Falls Township
06.2017 - 08.2019
Associate of Arts - In Progress
Bucks County Community College
High School Diploma -
Conwell-Egan Catholic High School
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