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Education
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Jennifer Appel

Jennifer Appel

Puyallup,WA

Summary

Enthusiastic school administrator offering a four-year history of supporting academic administration functions. Motivated to improve relationships among faculty, students and administrators. Personable and outgoing with skill in building rapport with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Overview

23
23

Years of Education Experience

4
4

Years as a Secondary Administrator

Work History

Assistant Principal

Bethel High School
07.2020 - Current
  • Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
  • Assists principal with evaluation and supervision of programs and staff.
  • Models instructional leadership and demonstrates strong commitment to equitable outcomes for all students.
  • Supported positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
  • Established intervention programs for struggling students, improving overall academic achievement levels at school.
  • Streamlined administrative processes to maximize efficiency in daily operations at school level.
  • Collaborated with faculty to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, increasing student engagement across subjects.
  • Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.

Social Studies Teacher

Kent School District
08.2015 - 08.2020
  • Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in social studies education and incorporating new strategies into lessons.
  • Developed positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.

Social Studies Teacher

Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
08.2002 - 08.2015
  • Improved student comprehension by incorporating a variety of instructional strategies, differentiating instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
  • Developed instructional aids for classroom use and encouraged student participation.
  • Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.

Education

DOCTOR OF EDUCATION candidate -

Pacific Lutheran University
Tacoma, WA
08.2026

MASTER OF EDUCATION -

Pacific Lutheran University
Tacoma, WA
08.2001

Bachelor of Arts - History

Pacific Lutheran University
Tacoma, WA
05.1996

Skills

  • Public Speaking
  • Student retention
  • Parent Communication
  • Academic administration
  • Student and parent relations
  • Curricula Evaluation
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Events Coordination
  • Parent Engagement and Communication
  • Relationship building and networking

Certification

National Board Teacher Certification, Adolescent Young Adult, Social Studies

Washington Principal Certification 2020

Washington State Professional Teacher Certification

Endorsements

  • K-8
  • History
  • Social Studies
  • Special Education
  • English Language Learners

Timeline

Assistant Principal

Bethel High School
07.2020 - Current

Social Studies Teacher

Kent School District
08.2015 - 08.2020

Social Studies Teacher

Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
08.2002 - 08.2015

DOCTOR OF EDUCATION candidate -

Pacific Lutheran University

MASTER OF EDUCATION -

Pacific Lutheran University

Bachelor of Arts - History

Pacific Lutheran University

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