Jenna Miller
Storm Lake,IA
Summary
Experienced with developing comprehensive lesson plans that cater to various learning styles. Utilizes interactive teaching methods to maintain student interest and facilitate language acquisition. Knowledge of effective classroom management techniques to create positive and productive learning environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Spanish Teacher
Storm Lake St. Mary’s Catholic School
Storm Lake, IA
08.2020 - 07.2026
- Served as the sole Spanish teacher for the school district, teaching Spanish I-IV daily.
- Mapped and implemented curriculum to allow growth and align with standards.
- Differentiated instruction within classes of varied language abilities (beginner-native speakers).
- Elevated student achievement, with graduates consistently testing on average 2-3 proficiency levels above the national average on AAPPL testing.
Sophomore and Freshman Class Moderator
Storm Lake St. Mary's
Storm Lake, IA
04.2025 - 05.2026
- Organized fundraisers within the community.
- Cultivated school spirit by guiding students through homecoming activities.
Junior Class Moderator
Storm Lake St. Mary's
Storm Lake, IA
08.2024 - 05.2026
- Executed impactful fundraisers.
- Facilitated practices for various competitions.
- Planned and hosted Prom.
Spanish/ELL Classroom Practicum
Various schools
02.2017 - 05.2020
- Developed a sense of professionalism in the classroom.
- Evaluated the success of instruction.
- Studied and implemented State and World-Readiness Standards.
Education
Master of Education - Teaching English As A Second Language
Buena Vista University
Storm Lake, IA05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - K-12 Spanish Education
Buena Vista University
Storm Lake, IA05-2020
Skills
- Linguistic Fluency: Fluent in English and Spanish
- Education Technology: Google Classroom, Blooket, Roxxem
- Methodologies: Comprehensible Input (CI), Total Physical Response (TPR), Teaching Proficiency Through Reading and Storytelling (TPRS)
- Curriculum Alignment: Expert alignment of local curricula with ACTFL World-Readiness Standards and state language frameworks
- Pedagogy: Differentiated Instruction, ACTFL Proficiency Standards, Formative/Summative Assessments
- Positive Classroom Culture: Creating an environment where students feel safe making mistakes (crucial for language learning)
Timeline
Sophomore and Freshman Class Moderator
Storm Lake St. Mary's
04.2025 - 05.2026
Junior Class Moderator
Storm Lake St. Mary's
08.2024 - 05.2026
Spanish Teacher
Storm Lake St. Mary’s Catholic School
08.2020 - 07.2026
Spanish/ELL Classroom Practicum
Various schools
02.2017 - 05.2020
Master of Education - Teaching English As A Second Language
Buena Vista University
Bachelor of Arts - K-12 Spanish Education
Buena Vista University