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Work History
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Core Teaching Experience
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JENNIFER FARNSWORTH

Pahrump

Summary

Versatile Social Studies Educator holding active Utah and Nevada Teaching Licenses. Demonstrated leadership in school-wide initiatives, including advising Student Council and participating in district curriculum committees. Expertise in crafting inclusive lesson plans and assessments that enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Pahrump Valley High School
08.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated to create units, lesson plans, and common assessments
  • Actively participated in PLC meetings in content area
  • Differentiated learning
  • Engage with community and family through contacting home and school events
  • Member of social studies adoption curriculum committee for the school district
  • Possess current Utah and Nevada teaching licenses

Student Teacher

Dixie High School
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Led independent classes to foster student understanding and participation
  • Designed engaging lesson and unit plans to meet diverse student needs
  • Contributed insights during weekly faculty meetings to improve curriculum and collaboration

ESL Paraprofessional

Millcreek High School
08.2019 - 12.2021
  • Facilitated yearly ESL testing to assess and track students' language proficiency progress
  • Assisted in planning and developing engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning
  • Tutored students in multiple subjects to support academic success

Summer School Teacher

Vista Charter School
06.2021 - 07.2021

Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to student interests and learning objectives

  • Customized instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs
  • Oversaw and coordinated remedial lessons to address specific learning gaps
  • Taught summer school to fifth-grade students, focusing on enhancing their understanding of key subjects

Education

Bachelor of Science - History and Social Science Teaching

Dixie State University
St. George, UT
05-2022

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Assessment design
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Formative assessment
  • Classroom management
  • Educational technology
  • Collaborative planning

Certification

  • Active Utah Teaching License, Social Studies Composite, History, Geography, Political Science
  • Active Nevada Teaching License, Credential held in addition to Utah licensure

Core Teaching Experience

  • Secondary Teacher, Pahrump Valley High School, 08/22, Present, Instruct students across a wide range of subjects, including AP US History, AP World History, US History Honors, Sociology, Philosophy, and World Geography, Utilize co-teaching strategies in World Geography to provide differentiated learning experiences and support for students with varied academic needs, Serve as an active member of the Social Studies Curriculum Adoption Committee for the school district, Participate in weekly Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to align course objectives with state standards and district-approved curriculum, Maintain frequent contact with families regarding student progress and participate regularly in school-wide events
  • Senior Class Student Council Advisor, Pahrump Valley High School, 05/26, Present, Direct large-scale logistical operations for major school milestones, specifically Graduation ceremonies and Upperclassmen Prom, Mentor elected class officers in parliamentary procedure, public speaking, and collaborative decision-making processes
  • Student Teacher (10th Grade World History), DIXIE HIGH SCHOOL, 01/22, 04/22, Developed comprehensive unit and lesson plans and taught classes with minimal supervision, Established and maintained high standards of student control to ensure effective participation in all classroom activities, Collaborated with school leadership and faculty through participation in weekly meetings

Additional Educational Background

  • Practicum Student (9th Grade World Geography), Taught classes under supervision and developed lesson plans at Pine View Middle School
  • Summer School Teacher (5th Grade Remedial), Provided differentiated and remedial instruction to a small group of students at Vista Charter School
  • ESL Paraprofessional, Assisted in planning lesson plans and proctored yearly ESL testing at Millcreek High School
  • Writing Center Tutor, Provided one-on-one academic support in research methods and citation formatting at Dixie State University

Timeline

Teacher

Pahrump Valley High School
08.2022 - Current

Student Teacher

Dixie High School
01.2022 - 04.2022

Summer School Teacher

Vista Charter School
06.2021 - 07.2021

ESL Paraprofessional

Millcreek High School
08.2019 - 12.2021

Bachelor of Science - History and Social Science Teaching

Dixie State University
JENNIFER FARNSWORTH