Overview
Work History
Summary
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Jennifer Anderson Rolfe

Byron Center,MI

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Multi-Site Coordinator for Before and After School Programs

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MI
10.2022 - Current
  • Coordinate programs at three different school sites
  • Plan monthly curriculum and snack calendars
  • Assist Youth Director with hiring and scheduling of staff
  • Plan for camps during school breaks (winter, spring, and summer)

Upper Elementary Dean/Administrator Over Special Education

Cross Creek Charter Academy
Byron Center, MI
11.2017 - 06.2022
  • Provided direction and leadership for the building Special Education team.
  • Supported a 3rd-5th grade team of data driven teachers that shared a common goal and strived for academic and social success for all students
  • Worked with the leadership team to provide clear building expectations and goals

K-6 Principal

Evergreen Academy
Kalamazoo, MI
06.2012 - 11.2017
  • Provided direction and leadership with the opening of a new charter school offering an educational choice to families in Kalamazoo County.
  • Created and organized activities that promoted the school and supported continued enrollment growth.
  • Developed a talented staff that shared common goals and strived for academic and social success for all students
  • Maintained and open-door policy for staff, students and families providing opportunities to share ideas, concerns, and celebrations

Second Grade/Lead Teacher

Forest Academy
Kalamazoo, MI
07.2011 - 06.2012
  • Provided direction and leadership with the opening of a new charter school offering an educational choice to families in Kalamazoo County.
  • Created, implemented, and assessed weekly lesson plans focusing on all core curriculum content areas in addition to art, music, and gym
  • Exercised strong classroom management skills that promoted a positive learning environment
  • Assisted principal with administrative duties as requested
  • Mentored new teachers

Kindergarten-3rd Grade/Lead Teacher

Oakland Academy
Portage, MI
07.1998 - 07.2011
  • Created, implemented, and assessed weekly lesson plans focusing on all core curriculum content areas in addition to art, music, and gym
  • Participated in a team-teaching environment to enrich student social and academic growth
  • Mentored new teachers

Educational Research Projects

Foundation for Behavioral Resources
Augusta, MI
06.2009 - 06.2011
  • Developed classroom behavior management system with another 3rd grade teacher during two consecutive summers. Implemented program during two consecutive school years.

Summary

Hardworking and dedicated educational administrator with 10+ years of experience in leadership roles across various educational settings. Proven track record in enhancing student success through strategic planning, curriculum development, and team management. Skilled in behavior management and fostering collaborative environments among staff and students. Successfully led initiatives that increased enrollment and improved academic outcomes in multiple charter schools. Seeking to leverage extensive experience to drive educational excellence in a dynamic institution.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI

Master of Arts - Teaching And Learning

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI

Certificate - K-12 Education Administration

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI

Skills

Mentorship and training

Outreach activities

Staff supervision

School culture

Instructional leadership

Employee performance evaluations

Goal planning

Parent engagement

Data-driven instruction

School event coordination

Certification

  • Professional MI Teaching License - Exp. 6/2030
  • K-12 Administrator License - Exp. 6/2031

Timeline

Multi-Site Coordinator for Before and After School Programs

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids
10.2022 - Current

Upper Elementary Dean/Administrator Over Special Education

Cross Creek Charter Academy
11.2017 - 06.2022

K-6 Principal

Evergreen Academy
06.2012 - 11.2017

Second Grade/Lead Teacher

Forest Academy
07.2011 - 06.2012

Educational Research Projects

Foundation for Behavioral Resources
06.2009 - 06.2011

Kindergarten-3rd Grade/Lead Teacher

Oakland Academy
07.1998 - 07.2011

Certificate - K-12 Education Administration

Grand Valley State University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Western Michigan University

Master of Arts - Teaching And Learning

Western Michigan University

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