Jennie Johnson-Corless
Verona,WI
Summary
Driven virtual teacher motivated to be effective teacher and positive influence. Skilled in uncovering and adopting successful teaching methods and technologies. Adept at modifying plans to different student learning styles. Passionate about promoting inclusion, critical thinking skills, and student development. Excellent communication, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Virtual 4/5th Grade Teacher
Madison Metropolitan School District
Madison , WI
2022.06 - Current
- Assessed each child's developmental needs on continuous basis.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Advised parents on how best to support their child's academic success at home.
- Created an environment that was conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students.
- Integrated variety of educational programs to develop strong academic foundation.
- Instructed one on one reading intervention to struggling readers.
- Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Actively sought out opportunities for collaboration with other teachers within the district.
Virtual K-2 Teacher
Tomah Area School District
Tomah , WI
2021.06 - 2022.06
- Worked with students and their families who use the Rural Virtual Academy curriculum.
- Assessed, created lessons and taught skills individualized to the students that the curriculum did not address.
- Taught whole group lessons and one on one in all core content area and SEL.
- Coached parents on "best practices" in ELA and math.
- Instructed one on one reading interventions.
- Developed strong family relationships.
Virtual K-2 Teacher
Menomonie Area School District
Menomonie , WI
2020.08 - 2021.06
- Coached parents and taught students using the Wisconsin Virtual School curriculum.
- Teamed with K-2 classroom to co-plan and co-instruct students in English Language Arts lessons.
- Met one on one with K-2 students for reading intervention.
- Developed strong family relationships.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Madison Area School District
Madison , WI
2019.01 - 2020.08
- Assisted staff with a variety of special needs and autistic students in the classroom K-5.
- Instructed small group reading intervention.
Instructional Designer
Colony Brands, Inc.
Monroe , WI
2019.06 - 2019.12
- Designed training videos for call center employees.
- Developed instructional materials and activities to align with established learning objectives.
- Created interactive e-learning modules using Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate and other authoring tools.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to create content that is engaging, accurate, and compliant with standards.
1st-3rd Multiage Classroom Teacher
Verona Area School District
Verona , WI
2009.06 - 2016.06
- Shared fifty students with two other co-teachers to teach all core subject areas.
- Created learning activities in an individualized learning environment.
- Continual formative and summative assessments adjusting instruction based on data.
- One on one and small group reading intervention.
- Combined with fourth and fifth grade classes five times a month for learning activities.
- Strong relationships with families was a key tenet of the multiage program.
Reading Teacher/Instructional Coach
Verona Area School District
Verona , WI
2008.06 - 2009.06
- Coached teachers on best practices for reading instruction.
- Instructed struggling readers in small group and one on one for reading intervention.
- Tested students and compiled data to inform instruction and next steps for myself and staff.
- Co-designed and co-taught ELA lessons with staff.
Fourth Grade Classroom Teacher
Overland Park School District
Overland Park , KS
1992.06 - 1994.08
- Taught all core subjects including art.
- Developed strong parent relationships.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet individual student needs.
- Assessed student progress through tests, quizzes, assignments and other activities.
- Encouraged positive behavior by modeling appropriate social skills.
- Established a safe learning environment with clear expectations for student conduct.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development projects.
- Motivated students to stay engaged in their academic studies through interactive activities and discussion topics.
Education
Instructional Design Certificate -
University of Wisconsin-Stout
2016-05
316 Reading License -
University of Wisconsin-Stout
2009-05
B.A. Elementary Education/Minor Early Childhood -
Graceland University
1990-05
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Technology Integration
- Differentiated Instruction
- Individualized Instruction
- Proficient in Google, Microsoft
- Organizational Skills
- Literacy Strategies
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Relationship Building
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- Wisconsin PreK-6 Elementary Education License
- Reading 316 PreK-adolescent License
- Colorado PreK-6 Elementary Education License
Accomplishments
- Published Children's Author/Illustrator: www.jjohnsoncorless
Technology Skills
- Buzz LMS
- Microsoft 365
- Google platform
- Google classroom
- See-Saw
- Articulate Storyline 2
- Camtasia
- SMARTboard
- And other virtual teaching tools.
Affiliations
- I hike, swim, read, write and illustrate children's books/poems, create mosaic glass art and design digital art.
References
- Dr. Anu Ebbe, Associate Superintendent, current supervisor, Madison School District, aebbe@madison.k12.wi.us,
- Dr. TJ McCray, Deputy Superintendent, former supervisor, Madison School District, tjmccray@madison.k12.wi.us
- DeEtte Shanklin, current co-teacher, Madison School District, dshanklin@madison.k12.wi.us
- Emma Bretl, current co-teacher, Madison School District, ebretl@madison.k12.wi.us
- Andrew Stendahl, counselor for Madison Promise, Madison School District, astendahl@madison.k12.wi.us
Timeline
Virtual 4/5th Grade Teacher
Madison Metropolitan School District
2022.06 - Current
Virtual K-2 Teacher
Tomah Area School District
2021.06 - 2022.06
Virtual K-2 Teacher
Menomonie Area School District
2020.08 - 2021.06
Instructional Designer
Colony Brands, Inc.
2019.06 - 2019.12
Special Education Paraprofessional
Madison Area School District
2019.01 - 2020.08
1st-3rd Multiage Classroom Teacher
Verona Area School District
2009.06 - 2016.06
Reading Teacher/Instructional Coach
Verona Area School District
2008.06 - 2009.06
Fourth Grade Classroom Teacher
Overland Park School District
1992.06 - 1994.08
Instructional Design Certificate -
University of Wisconsin-Stout
316 Reading License -
University of Wisconsin-Stout
B.A. Elementary Education/Minor Early Childhood -
Graceland University
- Wisconsin PreK-6 Elementary Education License
- Reading 316 PreK-adolescent License
- Colorado PreK-6 Elementary Education License
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