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Giovanna Owens

Columbus

Summary

High-energy Lead Teacher focused on improving teaching strategies and student understanding of material. Eager to help struggling students excel. Skilled at turning behavioral issues around into productive and happy pupils. Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Teacher

Easterseals West Georgia
06.2024 - Current
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.

Lead Teacher

Foundation Academy
04.2022 - 04.2024


  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.

Lead Teacher

Guiding Lights Early Learning Center
02.2021 - 04.2022
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units of study, fostering a deeper understanding of content across subject areas.
  • Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.

Stower

Amazon
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Separated damaged items from functional ones before placing on shelves.
  • Sorted over many products onto shelves according to type, weight, and size.
  • Maintained clean and organized workspaces to uphold safety standards.
  • Organized both outgoing and incoming shipments based on product descriptions and shipment dates.

Line Assembler

Hello Fresh
01.2019 - 02.2021
  • Developed expertise in multiple product lines to increase versatility within the organization and provide support where needed.
  • Promoted an efficient and positive work atmosphere by actively participating in team meetings, offering suggestions for improvement, and supporting fellow line assemblers during peak workload periods.
  • Ensured product quality through thorough inspection of assembled items before moving them to the next stage in the process.
  • Increased productivity by quickly identifying issues in the assembly process and making necessary adjustments or repairs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Waverly Hall Christian Academy
05.2020

Skills

  • Behavior Modeling
  • Classroom Management
  • Child Development
  • Teacher Training
  • Behavior Management
  • Material Handling
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Loading and unloading
  • Order Fulfillment
  • Problem-Solving
  • Packaging and Labeling

Timeline

Assistant Teacher

Easterseals West Georgia
06.2024 - Current

Lead Teacher

Foundation Academy
04.2022 - 04.2024

Lead Teacher

Guiding Lights Early Learning Center
02.2021 - 04.2022

Stower

Amazon
01.2021 - 12.2021

Line Assembler

Hello Fresh
01.2019 - 02.2021

High School Diploma -

Waverly Hall Christian Academy
Giovanna Owens