Jennifer L. Lacy
Kalamazoo,MI
Summary
Highly qualified teacher with 30 years of experience teaching K-7. Generates student enthusiasm for learning through individual connections and motivators. Empowers students through interactive learning, offering fun and educational lessons and exciting science demonstrations. Uses variety of research-based, integrative instructional practices and current resources to support instructional goals and student needs.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
7th Grade Life Science Teacher
7/8 Academy, Lakeview School District
Battle Creek , MI
2019.08 - Current
- Demonstrates advanced competency and teaching proficiency in life science core academic subject area.
- Establishes classroom environment conducive to scientific learning and appropriate to intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of students.
- Performs cooperatively with special education teachers and staff to modify curricula for special education
- Demonstrates positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Communicates with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments and behavior.
5th Grade ELA/SS Teacher
5/6 Academy, Lakeview School District
Battle Creek , MI
2015.06 - 2017.08
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
Kindergarten Teacher
Praireiview Elementary, Lakeview School
Battle Creek , MI
1995.01 - 2017.01
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Identified characteristics, needs, abilities and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
Volleyball Coach
Lakeview School District
2018.10 - Current
- Implemented exercise programs and training strategies to bolster individual and team performance.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Educated individuals on proper eating, positive life choices and sleep habits, which would prove helpful during stressful times like competitions.
Group Exercise Instructor
Maple Street YMCA/Battle Creek YMCA
Battle Creek/Kalamazoo , MI
2011.01 - 2020.01
- Interacted with individual participants in group fitness settings to cultivate and maintain positive relationships.
- Coached clients on proper techniques to obtain maximum benefits and prevent injuries.
- Encouraged clients to participate in and enjoy group fitness classes.
- Led group exercise sessions, such P90x live and PiYo live classes.
Education
Ph.D. - Integrative Wellness
Saybrook University
Pasadena, CA12.2025
Master of Arts - Education
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI12.2002
Bachelor of Science - Education
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI12.1994
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Biological Science
- Instructional Practices
- Positive Learning Environment
- Different Learning Styles
- Behavioral Skills Development
- Differentiated Instruction
- Emergent Curriculum
Hobbies
playing ice hockey, learning how to play guitar, riding motorcycles, being a Boxer dog mom
Quote
To raise new questions, new possibilities, to regard old problems from a new angle, requires creative imagination and marks real advance in science.
Albert Einstein
Timeline
7th Grade Life Science Teacher
7/8 Academy, Lakeview School District
2019.08 - Current
Volleyball Coach
Lakeview School District
2018.10 - Current
5th Grade ELA/SS Teacher
5/6 Academy, Lakeview School District
2015.06 - 2017.08
Group Exercise Instructor
Maple Street YMCA/Battle Creek YMCA
2011.01 - 2020.01
Kindergarten Teacher
Praireiview Elementary, Lakeview School
1995.01 - 2017.01
Ph.D. - Integrative Wellness
Saybrook University
Master of Arts - Education
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Western Michigan University
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