JENNA LLOYD

South Eastern School District

08.2003 - Current

Designed and executed rigorous, creative and engaging lessons and activities for both core English courses and Creative Writing and Media Production electives
Utilized various teaching strategies such as cooperative learning and project-based instruction
Incorporated elements of gamification into lessons as a way of reinforcing English language arts skills and practicing collaboration and communication skills
Integrated technology and multiple media sources, including Canva, Storyboardthat.com, Final Cut Pro, Kahoot!, etc. into daily lessons to enhance instruction and improve student engagement levels
Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects based on curriculum guidelines and state standards
Assessed student progress through formative assessments such as quizzes, projects and tests
Collaborated with other teachers on interdisciplinary projects across multiple subject areas
Developed and delivered professional development sessions for K-12 colleagues
Served as secondary department chairperson from 2008 to present
Successfully managed and coordinated multiple English Department initiatives, including curriculum development, assessment, faculty mentoring, and budgeting
Led the department in the development of new curricula based on district and state standards
Worked with a team of administrators, teachers, and staff to develop and implement a secondary MTSS model at the high school level.

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