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Ginger Elsenheimer

Arroyo Grande,MI

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated Elementary School Teacher with a proven track record at Wyoming Public Schools, adept at adaptive instructional techniques and fostering student engagement. Skilled in curriculum development and collaborative teamwork, I create inclusive environments that promote academic and emotional growth, ensuring all students thrive in their learning journey. Passionate Teacher for 30 years in both rural and urban settings. Proven history of creating engaged classroom environments supporting diverse educational styles. Versatile student-oriented approach consistently supporting optimum performance and advancement.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elementary School Teacher

Wyoming Public Schools
08.1999 - Current
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
  • Pursued professional development to maintain certification and extend skills.
  • Piloted curriculum and worked on many curriculum initiatives for the district.
  • Presented professional development to teachers.
  • Collaborated on many teams both in my school and in the district to support and learn from peers.
  • Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
  • Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.

Elementary School Teacher

Fennville Public Schools
08.1995 - 06.1999
  • Worked in a small rural school setting working with students in 4th grade with various needs as well as English Language Learners
  • Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
  • Allegan County ISD-Provided teacher professional development for a one computer classroom.
  • Junior Varsity and Varsity Softball Coach, Fennville High School

Education

ELL Certification - ELL Certification

Aquinas College
Grand Rapids, MI
08-2020

Master of Arts - Education With Technology Integration Emphasis

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI
06-2005

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish And Elementary Education

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI
12-1995

Skills

  • Adaptive instructional techniques
  • Student engagement
  • Interpersonal relationship building
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Effective classroom management
  • Curriculum development

Accomplishments

  • Facilitated building math improvement by implementing and leading affective teacher learning cycles guided by Leading Educators.
  • Collaborated with many district teams in the development of Wyoming Public Schools curriculum initiatives.
  • Achieved teacher belonging and appreciation initiative through effectively helping with setting up a grant funded appreciation event.
  • Collaborated with community members to bring HOPE Gardens into the classroom.
  • Mentored student teachers, teacher assistants, and beginning teachers in the art of classroom teaching.

Certification

Spanish Major

Elementary Educator

ELL Endorsement

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Elementary School Teacher

Wyoming Public Schools
08.1999 - Current

Elementary School Teacher

Fennville Public Schools
08.1995 - 06.1999

ELL Certification - ELL Certification

Aquinas College

Master of Arts - Education With Technology Integration Emphasis

Grand Valley State University

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish And Elementary Education

Grand Valley State University

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