JENNIFER ANDERSON
San Pedro,CA
Summary
Dynamic educator with over 15 years of experience in fostering collaborative learning environments within the English, Theater and Music classrooms. Proven track record of developing innovative curricula that cater to diverse learning styles and promote academic excellence. Committed to empowering students through mentorship and personalized support, while continuously seeking professional development opportunities to enhance teaching methodologies. Dedicated to creating inclusive classrooms that inspire curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.
Overview
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Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher- Theater and Choir
El Segundo Middle School
El Segundo, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Theater- Instruct students: acting, improvisation, tech-based learning, playwriting, and hands on theatre projects. 100% student participation in Spring Musicals
- Choir-music reading, singing in three parts, composition and many performances
- Strong classroom management skills-oversee multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and inclusive with all learners
- Create innovative fun daily lessons and activities aligned with State standards, personal goals for all students, including those with IEP's and special learning needs
Enrichment Teacher- Theater and Public Speaking
Peninsula Ed Foundation
Palos Verdes, CA
06.2022 - Current
- Summer school teacher for the Arts - singing, vocal technic, stage performance, public speaking and choir
Teacher- Elementary Music
Palos Verdes Peninsula School District
Palos Verdes, CA
09.2014 - 08.2024
- Developed engaging music course plans to meet students' academic, intellectual, and social needs.
- Encouraged student participation in school concerts, recitals, competitions, festivals and other events.
- Delivered instruction in three schools per year throughout the district-upholding continuity and excellence through two concerts yearly, assemblies, and community events
Student Teacher- English
Palos Verdes Peninsula School District
Palos Verdes, CA
10.2016 - 03.2017
- Student teacher- 9th grade Honors English and 11th grade English
- Developed lesson plans and instructional materials to meet students' individual needs.
- Collaborated with teacher to analyze student learning processes and difficulties.
Intervention Teacher- Reading and Math
Los Angeles Unified School District
Los Angeles, CA
08.2010 - 06.2013
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests through Math and Reading Intervention strategies
Substitute Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District
Los Angeles, CA
09.2008 - 08.2010
- Managed classroom environment, helping students learn in absence of regular teachers.
Education
Master of Education - Educational Technology
National University
Los Angeles03-2017
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Theater
San Diego State University
San Diego12-1996
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
Certification
- Single Subject Teaching Credential, English
- Single Subject Teaching Credential, Drama
- EL Authorization
CLUBS AND EXTRACURRICULAR
"Half hour of Harmony" lunch Club Festival Choir Competition- Knott's Berry Farm Nail painting/ nail art lunch Club Spring Musicals (Annie Jr. 2025, Lion King Jr. 2026) Winter and Spring Choral Concerts Various Field trips funded by grants Private Piano and Voice Teacher "Half hour of Harmony" lunch Club Festival Choir Competition- Knott's Berry Farm Nail painting/ nail art lunch Club Spring Musicals (Annie Jr. 2025, Lion King Jr. 2026) Winter and Spring Choral Concerts Various Field trips funded by grants Private Piano and Voice Teacher
Timeline
Teacher- Theater and Choir
El Segundo Middle School
08.2024 - Current
Enrichment Teacher- Theater and Public Speaking
Peninsula Ed Foundation
06.2022 - Current
Student Teacher- English
Palos Verdes Peninsula School District
10.2016 - 03.2017
Teacher- Elementary Music
Palos Verdes Peninsula School District
09.2014 - 08.2024
Intervention Teacher- Reading and Math
Los Angeles Unified School District
08.2010 - 06.2013
Substitute Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District
09.2008 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Theater
San Diego State University
Master of Education - Educational Technology
National University