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Professional Learning
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Emily Kienke

Emily Kienke

Spring Lake

Summary

Dynamic MTSS Consultant with a proven track record at Ottawa Area Intermediate School District, adept at fostering collaboration and driving continuous improvement. Expert in data management and professional development, I empower educators through targeted training and strategic planning, enhancing student outcomes and ensuring sustainable practices across multiple districts.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

MTSS Consultant

Ottawa Area Intermediate School District
Holland
01.2023 - Current
  • Support and monitor partnering district's MTSS Infrastructure to ensure seamless functioning and continuous improvement of all district systems
  • Deliver targeted professional development to district and school-based teams on key MTSS components, including Restorative Practices, Classroom PBIS, Acadience data analysis, advanced tier interventions, and systems-level implementation to build capacity and ensure sustainability.
  • Lead data review for continuous improvement at the district, building, and classroom level
  • Collaborated with MTSS and Continuous Improvement Team to ensure a cohesive approach to district initiatives
  • Led collaborative planning sessions with district and building leaders to establish sustainable MTSS practices, including tiered interventions, progress monitoring systems, and data-based decision-making protocols
  • Orchestrated comprehensive professional development programs for early-career educators across the county, fostering instructional growth and retention.

MTSS Consultant

Kent Intermediate School District
Grand Rapids
01.2022 - 01.2023

Elementary Teacher

Multiple Districts
01.2010 - 01.2020
  • Led a team of interventionists and maintained up-to-date data systems to support a structured and systematized Response to Intervention (RTI) framework, ensuring timely and effective support for students across tiers.
  • Delivered targeted interventions to K-4 students using the 95% Group instructional materials, fostering improved reading skills and academic growth.

Response to Intervention Specialist

Godwin Heights Public Schools
Grand Rapids
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Administered DIBELS and 95% Group assessments and progress monitored students for data based decision making

Education

Master of Science - Educational Leadership K-12

Cornerstone University
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2016

Bachelor of Science - Education, Urban Program

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
01.2009

Skills

  • Strong communication skills
  • Shared leadership
  • Collaboration
  • Highly organized
  • Time management
  • Data management
  • Project management
  • Facilitating professional learning
  • Facilitating team meetings
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Proficient in Google products

Certification

  • State of Michigan School Administrator Certification
  • State of Michigan Professional Teaching Certification
  • Acadience Mentor

References

  • Jennifer Nelson, 248-552-523, jnelson@oaisd.org, Ottawa Area Intermediate School District
  • Kirsten Rice, 616-340-8077, kirstenrice@kentisd.org, Kent Intermediate School District
  • Beth Voss, 616-901-2374, vossbet@apsfalcons.net, Allendale Public Schools
  • Andrew Jakobcic, 616-821-8650, jakobcicand@apsfalcons.net, Allendale Public Schools
  • Blake Smolen, 734-788-4428, smolenbla@apsfalcons.net, Allendale Public Schools
  • Melissa Remillard, 269-567-0234, mremilla@hollandpublicschools.org, Holland Public Schools

Professional Learning

  • Curriculum and Instruction- LETERS for Administrators; Acadience K-6 Essential Workshop; Acadience Mentor Workshop; PELI Essentials; EBLI Classroom Certified; AVMR 1 and 2
  • Data Analysis- Certified SWIS Facilitator; Certified PBIS Data Coordinator; Acadience K-6 Data Interpretation
  • Behavior- CHAMPS Classroom Management & Coaching CHAMPS; Neutral Zone Restorative Practice Facilitator
  • Coaching- Adaptive Schools; Cognitive Coaching; Classroom Learning Lab Facilitation

Timeline

MTSS Consultant

Ottawa Area Intermediate School District
01.2023 - Current

MTSS Consultant

Kent Intermediate School District
01.2022 - 01.2023

Response to Intervention Specialist

Godwin Heights Public Schools
01.2012 - 01.2013

Elementary Teacher

Multiple Districts
01.2010 - 01.2020

Master of Science - Educational Leadership K-12

Cornerstone University

Bachelor of Science - Education, Urban Program

Western Michigan University
Emily Kienke