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Jennifer Boglitsch

Byron Center,MI

Summary

Dedicated educator with a strong background in fostering student engagement and building relationships. Skilled in implementing effective behavior management techniques and utilizing interactive teaching methods. Committed to student-centered learning, collaboration, and adapting instruction to meet diverse needs, ensuring every child thrives in a supportive environment.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Paraprofessional

Byron Center Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
  • Built relationships and developed strong rapport with all students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding.
  • Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
  • Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
  • Collaborated with teachers and staff to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.

Teacher

Kalamazoo Country Day School
08.2010 - 06.2016

Junior Kindergarten Teacher (August 2010-June 2012)

Kindergarten Teacher (August 2012-June 2013)

Fourth Grade Teacher (August 2013-June 2016)

  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open 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.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • 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.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Served as the liaison for curriculum alignment (grades PK-8)
  • Introduced and executed an Innovation and Design class with my fourth grade class

Teacher

The Gagie School
08.2005 - 06.2010

Kindergarten Teacher (August 2005- June 2007)

First Grade Teacher (August 2007- June 2010)

  • 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.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

Student Teacher

Portage Public Schools
01.2005 - 05.2005

-First Grade at Angling Road Elementary

  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.

Education

Bachelor Of Arts - Elementary Education

Aquinas College
Grand Rapids, MI
06.2005

Skills

  • Engaging teaching methods
  • Student-centered teaching
  • Caring and compassionate
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Relationship building

Timeline

Special Education Paraprofessional

Byron Center Public Schools
08.2023 - Current

Teacher

Kalamazoo Country Day School
08.2010 - 06.2016

Teacher

The Gagie School
08.2005 - 06.2010

Student Teacher

Portage Public Schools
01.2005 - 05.2005

Bachelor Of Arts - Elementary Education

Aquinas College