Jennifer Ames
Winterset,IA
Summary
With over 23 years of experience in the field of education and leadership, I would feel honored to be considered for this position. As an efficient maximizer, servant leader, and well educated and versed leader, I believe I would be a great fit.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher (EC)
Drake University
01.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Teacher (1st grade)
Phillips Elementary- Des Moine Public Schools
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
Principal
Great Foundations School and Learning Center
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Building Leadership Team, Lesson Plan & Lead Staff Meetings/Trainings, Lead the Board & PBIS Committee Scheduling, Hiring & Training
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
- Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to foster trust, collaboration, and commitment to shared goals.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Collaborated with the Parent-Teacher Association to address parent concerns and foster a supportive community for student success.
- Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Championed technology integration in classrooms to increase efficiency in lesson delivery while also preparing students for the digital age.
- Spearheaded successful grant applications leading to increased funding for various school initiatives.
- Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
- Proven record of developing and implementing school policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Coordinated retrieval and distribution of student records from other schools and institutions.
Teacher (1st grade)
North Platte Public School
01.2016 - 01.2017
- 1st Grade
Teacher (EC)
ESU5 Fairfield
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Lesson plan, IEP meetings
Teacher (1st grade)
KC Public School District
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Data Team Presenter & Leader, Mentor w/student teachers, PBIS Team, Lesson Plan, Differentiate Instruction based on SPED students & different learning levels
Adjunct Instructor, Education
Sheridan College Sheridan
01.2011 - 05.2011
- Managed classroom effectively to maintain a positive learning environment for all students.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assignments, and grades, ensuring timely communication with stakeholders regarding academic progress.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best teaching practices and industry trends.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises and open-ended questions.
- Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program.
- Tailored lesson plans to accommodate various learning styles, resulting in better understanding for all students.
- Examined and graded assignments and assessments to report grades to appropriate personnel.
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Consistently communicated with students to acknowledge and reward positive strides and discuss areas of improvement.
- Mentored struggling students with targeted one-on-one assistance, leading to improved academic performance.
- Promoted active learning by encouraging class participation and hands-on experiences during lessons.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Contributed to curriculum development by providing valuable input on relevant course content and materials.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues and administrators, fostering a collaborative educational community.
- Attended meetings and workshops to refine and enhance instructional skills.
- Boosted collaboration among students with group projects and interactive activities.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating multimedia presentations in lectures.
- Participated in school retention initiatives by providing regular, accurate and timely feedback to students and school concerning academics, behavior and attendance.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
Principal/Director
Great Foundations Preschool & Learning Center
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Wrote grants and managed marketing
- Oversaw successful accreditation reviews, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Recognized teacher accomplishments and supported the development of leadership skills within the faculty, nurturing future educational leaders.
- Championed continuous improvement efforts by regularly reviewing data, soliciting feedback from stakeholders, and making necessary adjustments to drive positive results.
- Fostered partnerships between schools in the district, creating opportunities for collaboration among educators that improved instructional practices systemwide.
- Managed fiscal resources responsibly, aligning budget allocations with strategic priorities for maximum impact on student success.
- Implemented best practices in hiring, evaluating, mentoring new teachers that resulted in higher quality teaching staff.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Drafted and distributed reports to assist board members with critical business decisions.
- Oversaw supply chain functions to verify inventory levels and budget adherence.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
Teacher
Salt Lake County Jail
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Teaching GED classes to inmates
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Education
Ph.D. - Education
Walden University
Minnesota 01.2034
Master of Arts - Special Education Program
WGU
12.2012
Master of Arts - Education Administration W/ Principals Certificate
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Education
WGU
SLC, UT 01.2005
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Self-Directed
- Organizational Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Team Building
- Supervision and Leadership
- Decision-Making
- Budgeting
- Advertising
References
available upon request
Timeline
Teacher (EC)
Drake University
01.2023 - Current
Teacher (1st grade)
Phillips Elementary- Des Moine Public Schools
01.2022 - 01.2023
Principal
Great Foundations School and Learning Center
01.2017 - 01.2022
Teacher (1st grade)
North Platte Public School
01.2016 - 01.2017
Teacher (EC)
ESU5 Fairfield
01.2015 - 01.2016
Teacher (1st grade)
KC Public School District
01.2011 - 01.2015
Adjunct Instructor, Education
Sheridan College Sheridan
01.2011 - 05.2011
Principal/Director
Great Foundations Preschool & Learning Center
01.2006 - 01.2011
Teacher
Salt Lake County Jail
01.2002 - 01.2005
Ph.D. - Education
Walden University
Master of Arts - Special Education Program
WGU
Master of Arts - Education Administration W/ Principals Certificate
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
WGU
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