Jenna Finn
Anacortes,WA
Summary
High school English teacher with extensive experience in curriculum development and fostering community engagement. Proven ability to enhance student learning outcomes through innovative teaching strategies. Committed to continuous professional development and adapting to diverse learning environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Support Specialist
Anacortes School District
04.2026 - Current
- Developed lesson plans for all subject areas to meet state standards and support diverse learning needs.
- Provided individualized instruction to enhance student engagement and academic success in an alternative school setting.
- Provided guidance to students on academic and personal challenges.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized support plans.
Teacher
Park Vista Community High School
01.2016 - 01.2024
- Crafted AICE English General Paper and AICE Global Perspectives & Research curriculums from scratch to enhance educational outcomes.
- Developed curriculum aligning state standards and Cambridge University objectives for 10th to 12th grade English courses, enhancing student engagement and academic preparedness.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated communication with parents about student performance and behavior, fostering supportive home-school relationships.
Teacher
Santaluces Community High School
01.2009 - 01.2016
- Taught English to 9th to 12th graders, improving reading and writing proficiency.
- Incorporated AICE English General Paper skills, enhancing students' academic writing and critical thinking.
- Supervised AICE Global Perspectives and Research course, inspiring critical engagement with global issues.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development and instructional strategies.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and adjust teaching methods.
- Utilized technology tools to create interactive learning experiences in the classroom.
Education
Bachelor of Science - English Education
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL01-2008
Skills
- Google Level 1 Certified
- SMART Board Certified
- Interpersonal skills
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Data entry
- Organizational skills
- Creativity
- Attention to detail
- Positive mindset
Hobbies and Interests
- Hiking
- Cooking
- Reading
- Learning new things
References
- Dr. Mary Killeen, Assistant Principal, Park Vista, Direct observer, (561) 254-6919
- LuAnne Daukanski, Retired Assistant Principal, Park Vista, Hiring overseer until 2021, (561)-414-6140
Leadership Roles
- Lead AICE Global Perspectives teacher, Park Vista High School
- Lead organizer for AICE Global Perspectives professional development, Palm Beach County Schools
Timeline
Student Support Specialist
Anacortes School District
04.2026 - Current
Teacher
Park Vista Community High School
01.2016 - 01.2024
Teacher
Santaluces Community High School
01.2009 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science - English Education
Florida State University