Jinitaben Patel
Alpharetta
Summary
Creative Art and Craft Teacher with background in nurturing artistic abilities of students and promoting creativity. Have experience in developing effective lesson plans, integrating cross-curricular materials, and fostering a positive classroom environment. Strong professional skills include patience, innovation, and communication. Made significant impact by improving student engagement and interest in art through interactive projects. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Teacher
Crème de la Crème Learning Center of Alpharetta (Haynes Bridge Rd)
ALPHARETTA
06.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach art concepts such as perspective, color theory, drawing, painting and sculpting.
- Created engaging activities for students to explore their creativity through art projects.
- Assisted in the selection of appropriate supplies needed for classroom use.
- Encouraged students to think critically about artwork and discuss its meaning or purpose.
- Provided individual instruction and feedback on student's work.
- Demonstrated techniques in a variety of mediums including charcoal, pastels, acrylics, watercolors and oils.
- Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development related to Art classes.
- Planned special events such as art shows to showcase student work.
- Instructed students on proper safety procedures when using various tools or materials.
- Developed lesson plans to teach course materials according to schedule.
- Managed student behavior in classroom with appropriate behavior strategies.
- Led hands-on projects in painting, sculpture, and digital art, enhancing students' creative skills.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and attendance.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student performance in class.
Educator
Primrose School of Sandy Springs South
Atlanta
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Helping children develop early language and literacy skills
- Teaching simple sign language during talking and reading
- Interactions with the security and stimulation
- Nurturing spirit
- Mind stretching excise how learn to explore the world around them safely and confidently
Assistant Teacher
Euro School
Ahmedabad
01.2014 - 12.2017
- Help children with special needs to fulfill their roles as a student by supporting their academic achievements and promoting positive behavior necessary for learning
- Support academic and non-academic outcomes, including social skills, math, reading and writing, behavior management, recess, participation in sports and self-help skills
- Revise lesson materials with students individually
- Ensure the classroom environment is safe and clean
- Oversee students during non-classroom times including in between classes, during lunch and recess
- Collaborate with lead teacher to recognize issues students are facing and recommend solutions
- Document students' progress and communicate with parents to keep them informed
- Provide emotional support and psychoeducation for parents
- Assist special need students to improve eye-hand coordination so they can play and do need school skills such as bat a ball and copy from the blackboard
- Help students to learn positive behavior and social skills by practicing how they manage frustration and anger
Free Lancer
Free Lancer
Ahmedabad
10.2012 - 11.2013
- Trilingual Rehabilitation Specialist with experience working with children using behavioral modification techniques to work in individual, family, and group settings
- With a Master of Arts in Psychology and training in rehabilitation psychology
- Dedicated and caring with experience improving the quality of life of kids with special needs
- Also, experience in customer service in a store setting.
Education
Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology -
Gujarat University
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India01-2013
Master of Arts - Psychology
Gujarat University
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India01-2007
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Gujarat University
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India01-2005
Skills
- Communication Strategies
- Positive Reinforcement
- Peer interaction
- Life Skills Training
- Play-Based Learning
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Social Skills Development
- Head Teacher Support
- Excellent classroom management
- Parent Communication
- Student Records Management
- Lesson Planning
- Event Planning
- Art technique
- Arts integration
- Acrylic painting
Languages
English, Hindi, and Gujarati
Languages
Gujarati
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Art Teacher
Crème de la Crème Learning Center of Alpharetta (Haynes Bridge Rd)
06.2023 - Current
Educator
Primrose School of Sandy Springs South
05.2021 - 12.2021
Assistant Teacher
Euro School
01.2014 - 12.2017
Free Lancer
Free Lancer
10.2012 - 11.2013
Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology -
Gujarat University
Master of Arts - Psychology
Gujarat University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Gujarat University
Similar Profiles
Rebecca SchutzRebecca Schutz
Transitional Kindergarten Teacher at Crème De La Crème Learning CenterTransitional Kindergarten Teacher at Crème De La Crème Learning Center
Paria Robinson StewartParia Robinson Stewart
Lead Teacher at Crème de la Crème PreschoolLead Teacher at Crème de la Crème Preschool
Jennifer RenéJennifer René
Early Preschool Teacher at Crème de la Crème (formerly Carolina Park Academy)Early Preschool Teacher at Crème de la Crème (formerly Carolina Park Academy)