Jennifer Burris
Auburn,IN
Summary
Accomplished Educator successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development. High-energy teacher offers knowledge and abilities to new position dedicated to helping all students. Skilled in activity coordination, student assessment and record keeping. Persistent in uncovering and meeting individual student needs
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Lakewood Park Christian School
Auburn, IN
08.2024 - Current
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents by maintaining regular communication and providing updates on student progress.
- Developed individualized lesson plans for diverse learning needs to promote academic growth and confidence.
- Implemented structured routines for daily activities to establish a sense of security and predictability among students.
- Utilized various teaching methods and resources to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
- Designed creative lesson themes to inspire imagination and critical thinking in young learners.
First Grade Teacher
Hendry Park Elementary
08.2023 - Current
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
4th Grade Teacher
Msd Steuben County Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Developed and implemented discipline strategies to maintain classroom order.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Hamilton Community Schools
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
- Developed and implemented discipline strategies to maintain classroom order.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Kindergarten Teacher
Gaston County Schools
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Created, managed, and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Created and supervised variety of hands-on learning activities for fun and engagement.
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
Second Grade Teacher
Salisbury Christian Schools
08.2014 - 06.2016
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
Education
Principal Licensure - Education Administration
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN12.2023
Master Of Education - Education
Cairn University
Langhorne, PA12.2018
Early Childhood Education - Education
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05.2007
Skills
- Instructional Strategies
- Continuous Improvement Planning
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Positive Interactions
- Team Collaboration
Certification
K-6 Elementary education
Education
true
leadership
I led a team for an Educational missions trip to Ghana.
i have led a Bible study at my church. I have mentored 5th graders who need extra support. I am a member of the Leadership team, and PTO. I have mentored new teachers.
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Lakewood Park Christian School
08.2024 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Hendry Park Elementary
08.2023 - Current
4th Grade Teacher
Msd Steuben County Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Hamilton Community Schools
08.2018 - 06.2021
Kindergarten Teacher
Gaston County Schools
08.2016 - 08.2018
Second Grade Teacher
Salisbury Christian Schools
08.2014 - 06.2016
Principal Licensure - Education Administration
Indiana Wesleyan University
Master Of Education - Education
Cairn University
Early Childhood Education - Education
University of Central Florida